The trip began at Voksenåsen, where students were introduced to themes such as the occupation of Norway during World War II and the Holocaust, according to official sources. On the first day, the group visited the powerful art exhibition Roseslottet, which highlights stories of courage, resistance, and democracy, as reported by officials. At the entrance to the exhibition, visitors are met with a quote warning that neglecting democracy can lead to dictatorship, based on official accounts.
The visit was followed by reflection exercises where students discussed what it means to be an active citizen in a democratic society, officials said. On the second day, the group visited the HL-senteret (Center for Studies of the Holocaust and Religious Minorities), where students gained a deeper understanding of the Holocaust from a Norwegian perspective, according to sources. The group also visited the Red Cross and learned about the story of 'The White Buses,' an operation that saved thousands of people from Nazi concentration camps, officials stated.
During a city walk in Oslo, the group observed 'stumbling stones,' small memorials for people who fell victim to the Holocaust, as noted by officials. On the last day, the group visited the Grini Museum, where students gained insight into life in a Norwegian prison camp during the war, based on official reports. The trip concluded with a visit to the July 22 Center, where the group reflected on the tragic events of the 2011 Norway attacks and the importance of standing up against hate and extremism in today's society, according to sources.
Throughout the trip, students worked with various reflection exercises on responsibility, civil courage, and how to counter hate speech, officials said. The trip has given students historical knowledge and raised important questions about how we together can contribute to a more democratic and inclusive society, as reported by officials.