Staff

Kjersti has overall responsibility for the center's strategy and activities, our finances and contact with public authorities.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I admire Malala Yousafzai and Kailash Satyarthis’ courage, cleverness, and integrity. They have done an incredible job fighting for the rights of children to be children, and for children’s rights to education.

Nina manages our department of visual communication and is responsible for the Nobel Peace Center's exhibitions.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Martin Luther King Jr., for his non-violent fight for civil rights in the United States; for equal civil and political tratment of all people. King's work resulted in, among other things, the introduction of a new Civil Rights Act in the U.S. in 1964 – the same year he received the Nobel Peace Prize. But, his dream that one day his four children would live in a country that does not judge you by the colour of your skin is unfortunately – almost 60 years later – just as relevant.

Kim is the head of the department that oversees marketing, media relations, partners, events, social media and our own Nobel Peace Shop.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Woodrow Wilson, the president who was the leading architect of the League of Nations (the forerunner of the UN) despite strong opposition at home. He had great faith in idealism and internationalism, a turning point in US foreign policy. Wilson argued for a just peace settlement after the First World War, which gave him the Peace Prize in 1919.

Jan-Morten has the overall responsibility for the finance, personnel and ICT functions, and for the ongoing operation of our organisation.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

When I was a political activist in my youth I admirered Mikhail Gorbachev, and the work he did nationally and internationally, when he took over as the leader of the USSR in 1985. Gorbachev was a central figure in ending the Cold War, and I think of him every time I'm in Berlin and see how the city has changed after the fall of the wall.

Claire has the main responsibility for planning, implementing and evaluating projects.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

The week I write is the same week that Salman Rushdie was violently attacked and the same year that Russia invaded Ukraine. I feel a deep alignment with and gratitude to the 2021 prize winners, journalists Maria Ressa and Dimitry Muratov. To my mind (and heart) their steadfast truth- telling and courage in the face of tyranny under a constant threat of violent retribution is extraordinary.

Ingvill is our press contact and is responsible for the press page. She is also the project manager for the annual peace conference Oslo Pax.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Carl von Ossietzky is a freedom of speech hero and one that means a lot to me because he was also a journalist, just like me. He risked his life for freedom of the press, imprisoned by the German Nazi-regime and was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1935.

Gunhild works with personnel matters, personnel administration, recruitment, employment, HSE and safety rounds.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

René Cassin. At the age of 81, he got the prize for something he had been with twenty years earlier - namely, to formulate human rights

Kai is responsible for IT operations and security at the Nobel Peace Center

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Nelson Mandela. Without a doubt.

Caroline works with personnel administration, recruitment, development and employee satisfaction. She is also secretary of AMU.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Yasser Arafat, Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin in 1994. Secret peace negotiations in Oslo, where the parties sought compromises and mutual understanding. The aftermath brought peace work to a halt, and the conflict is just as relevant today. Nevertheless, the history of the Peace Prize from 1994 shows that there is hope for peace between Israel and Palestine.

Johanna works with the development of teaching concepts, learning resources and content creation. She holds guided tours for school classes and private groups.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I became very interested in the work of Denis Mukwege and Nadia Murad's efforts to make sexual violence visible. The fact that the two received the award together I thought was significant.

Astrid is responsible for invoicing, working in accounting and finance.

Which Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

The Dalai Lama. His philosophy of peace and efforts to promote peaceful solutions without the use of violence across many, many years is impressive.

Helena develops strategic partnerships at the Nobel Peace Center.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I have been lucky enough to work for two Nobel Peace Prize laureates: the European Union and Human Rights Watch. These jobs convinced me that large, structural changes are required for progress at the same time we strengthen human rights.

Ida is responsible for invoicing, the switchboard and several administrative and financial tasks. She handles inquiries by email / telephone and booking of groups.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Denis Mukwege – his work is absolutely amazing. He dedicates his time to helping women and children. We need more people like him in the world.

Miriam is an educator who creates and teaches exciting programmes for school children and other groups that visit the Nobel Peace Center.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Nadia Murad for the courage to tell her story on behalf of many others. I also find Jane Addams inspiring! With pacifist conviction and empathy, and despite being a woman, she courageously criticized the American war policy in the early 1900s.

August is a historian and associate professor, and works as an museum educator. He works with teaching offers and dissemination aimed at school classes and other guests.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Ralph Bunche. The top diplomat's belief in the possibility of creating a better world order, reflected in his impressive resume: the creation of the Declaration of Human Rights, the demolition of the colonial system, peace talks - to name a few things of what Bunche was involved in.

Helle holds guided tours, and when you see her at the center, she is available for conversations and questions you may have about the Nobel Peace Prize.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Denis Mukwege. He has chosen to dedicate and risk his life for others, when he could have chosen a more comfortable life. His efforts have been crucial to those he helps, both with life-saving operations and support in regaining control of their own life.

Mette has the overall responsibility for content production on our social media channels and digital platforms.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Malala Yousafzai has definitely left her mark. Her work for children and their right to education has been, and still is, extremely important for us all to move forward in this world.

Hege is responsible for brand and partner collaboration.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Bertha von Suttner,the first female peace prize winner. Suttner was a brave and strong voice against war back in the day, and she probably contributed to Alfred Nobel ending up choosing peace as one of the Nobel Prizes.

Asle is responsible for developing and implementing exhibition projects

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Jody Williams and the International Campaign to Ban Landmines (ICBL) for the work of banning land mines, and for the way the Internet was used as a communication tool to achieve results in the negotiations.

Kiki is a digital educator and content developer. She is responsible for creating content on our digital school platform. In addition, she works with content development in exhibitions and other program projects

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

The National Dialogue Quartet, which was an association of four non-governmental organizations. I think the story of how Tunisia, as the only country after the Arab Spring, was able to create and adopt a new constitution based on democratic principles.

Jannike works with the development of teaching concepts, learning resources and content creation. She holds guided tours for school classes and private groups.

Which Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Perhaps most interesting is the only laureate to ever decline the world’s most prestigious prize? Le Duc Tho, who rejected the prize he was awarded together with Henry Kissinger in 1973, is a person worth learning about.

Besides that, I would like to highlight when The Nobel Committee has dared to put human rights and democratic values above political considerations. Examples of this is the awards to Carl von Ossietzky and Liu Xiaobo. These cases goes to show how meaningful the truly prize is.

Thor-Kenneth is more than happy to help you with meetings, conferences and seminars on the topics of war, peace and conflict resolution. Together we can create an arena that inspires peace! Feel free to contact him for a non-binding conversation.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Nelson Mandela. Do I need to say more?

Mina makes everyone's visit to the Nobel Peace Center a five star experience. She is the leader of the museum staff, coordinates audience activities and meets with the audience in the museum.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Nadia Murad. I stand by anyone who fights for women and minorities rights. Murad's powerful story got to me right away. Her courage to use her voice in a battle for peace both inspires and impresses me. She is really an example to follow.

is responsible for the director's activities and agreements. She coordinates, prepares and follows up the work in the management team and also works with current projects.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I am fascinated by the political dimension of the Nobel Peace Prize. When Liu Xiaobo, the well-known advocate of democracy, was awarded the prize in 2010, China froze political relations with Norway for several years. This clearly shows the political impact the peace prize has.

Welcomes you to the Nobel Peace Center and is available to assist you in any way possible.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I am extremely impressed with Nadia Murad and the resilience she demonstrates as she fights for peace and justice. I think she inspires many women, who have experienced sexual violence, to tell their story. Their voices can create an important movement.

Welcomes you to the Nobel Peace Center and is available to assist you in any way possible.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I wish more people knew about Ossietzky. I really admire his uncompromising pacifism and defense of freedom of speech.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

EU. The argument from the Nobel committee was that ”EU for over 6 decades has contributed to the advancement of peace and reconciliation, democracy and human rights in Europe.” Despite this award being somewhat controversial I believe that most people agree that EU is not only an economic union, but also a union with 27 country members which has indeed contributed to peace and reconciliation. EU is also keen to play a role regarding european countries which are in conflict with each other, but which are not members of EU.

Welcomes you to the Nobel Peace Center and is available to assist you in any way possible.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Malala and her fight for girls’ rights to education.

Ønsker velkommen til Nobels fredssenter, og bistår mer enn gjerne hvis det skulle være noe du lurer eller ønsker å vite mer om.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

If I were to only listen to two speeches on repeat for the rest of my life, it would be Leymah Gbowee and Desmond Tutu. I have rarely become that inspired as when I hear them share their message on uniting people – no matter who you are and where you come from.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Wangari Maathai for her influential contributions to peace, democracy, and female empowerment in Kenya. Additionally, she is a personal inspiration for her unique accomplishments in spreading the need for environmental sustainability at both the grassroots and global levels.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama because of his continuous promotion of dialogue and non-violence for more than 60 years and has not given up. Peace is the manifestation of human compassion, he says. Without love and compassion, humanity cannot survive.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Wangari Maathai is a great inspiration for the natural way she saw social and sustainability in context, and acted through her work – in addition to becoming Africa's first female Peace Prize laureate.

Welcomes you to the Nobel Peace Center and is available to assist you in any way possible.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Malala Yousafzai is a great role model – for her struggle for the right of all children to education all over the world. With Malala comes a powerful story and an admirable courage.

Ønsker velkommen til Nobels fredssenter, og bistår mer enn gjerne hvis det skulle være noe du lurer eller ønsker å vite mer om.

Which Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Wangari Maathai. The way she combined the battle for sustainable development, human rights, women, democracy and peace has made a real impression. Maathai knew that societal issues has to be seen in a context and can rarely be solved alone. She was a fearless social activist that really expanded our understanding of peace.

Welcomes you to the Nobel Peace Center and is available to assist you in any way possible.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

Denis Mukwege. Because of his vital and important work for the victims of the conflicts in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Mukwege is a worthy winner and noble man.

Welcomes you to the Nobel Peace Center and is available to assist you in any way possible.

Which Nobel Peace Prize laureate do you find most interesting?

I am fascinated by Leymah Gbowee's story. She received the Peace Prize for her work for women’s rights to full participation in democracy and mobilizing people of all ethnic and religious backgrounds. This shows what result we get with solidarity and working together.