Whether you're looking to advance professionally, start your own business, or simply explore relevant job opportunities, this two-day workshop will provide you with practical tools and guidance. This program will run across three cities—Oslo, Lillestrøm, and Drammen—and is tailored specifically for international partners and spouses, providing a supportive environment to learn, grow, and connect.

Join Us for a Two-Day Program in Oslo, Lillestrøm, and Drammen

The Spouse Program features two sessions over two days, focusing on professional development, entrepreneurship, and personal branding. Each workshop is limited to 25 participants per city, allowing for personalized interaction and hands-on guidance. To get the most out of the experience, we kindly ask participants to apply only if they can attend both sessions, as the program is designed with full participation in mind.

Oslo (no spots left!)

Dates: Tuesday October 15th and Wednesday October 16th
Time: 11:45-15:30 (both days)
Location: Deichman Library Bjørvika, OsloFULLY BOOKED!

Drammen

Dates: Monday November 4th and Tuesday November 5th
Time: 11.45-15.30 (both days)
Location: Knutepunkt Strømsø, Drammen
Register here

Thank you to Internasjonale Drammen/NAV for help and support!

Lillestrøm

Dates: Monday November 11th and Wednesday November 13th (FYI, there is one day between)
Time: 11.45-15.30 (both days)
Location: Kunnskapsbyen Lillestrøm, Sørumsgata 1A, Lillestrøm
Register here

Thank you to Kunnskapsbyen Oslo for help and support!

What to Expect?

Our goal is to give you practical knowledge on navigating professional life in Norway, finding job opportunities, and taking the right steps to achieve your career goals. With expert-led talks and interactive workshops, you'll walk away with tools and insights you can apply right away. Also, you'll get to meet other internationals living in the Oslo region and build connections along the way!

Day 1: Personal Branding

On the first day, you’ll hear from Gabriella Mikiewicz, a communication strategist and community manager with extensive experience in strategic communications, humanitarian campaigning, and digital engagement. Gabriella, who you know from Unlock Norway, will lead a session on how to build your personal brand. Through group work and individual exercises, you'll learn to highlight your past experiences and education, and together, we'll create your power pitch—a strong, clear introduction that tells your story effectively.

Day 2: Career, Education & Entrepreneurship

The second session will focus on finding job opportunities and starting your own business in Norway. Emma Jackson, with over three decades of experience in human resources and career development, will offer insights into job searching strategies in Norway, sharing practical tips to help you stand out to employers.

For those interested in entrepreneurship, Tumi Sineke—a dynamic community builder and startup leader—will share her journey of becoming self-employed in Norway. Tumi’s mission is to help leaders and community builders integrate inclusion and belonging in their work. She’ll offer practical guidance on what it takes to start your own business and how to get started.

The workshops are made possible by grants for the development of qualification and integration measures from The Directorate of Integration and Diversity (IMDI), and funding from Oslo kommune and the Oslo Region Alliance.