Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in Norway face a precarious future. In 2009, the government enacts strict immigration policies that grant temporary residence permits to minors aged 15 to 18. However, they risk deportation upon reaching adulthood. Directed by Margreth Olin, "Nowhere Home" follows these young individuals as they navigate state custody without close caregivers. The film documents their emotional and legal battles within a system that aims to protect them while preparing to send them back to their countries of origin.

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Meet unaccompanied minors facing deportation in Norway.
Find out how government policies impact vulnerable children.
See the emotional struggles of young asylum seekers.

Did You Know

In 2009, Norway implemented strict immigration measures affecting unaccompanied minors.
Children aged 15 to 18 are granted temporary residence permits but face deportation at 18.
The documentary was directed by Margreth Olin and released in 2012.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What immigration measures did Norway implement in 2009?

Norway implemented strict immigration measures that particularly affected unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, granting them temporary residence permits.

What happens to unaccompanied asylum-seeking children in Norway when they turn 18?

Unaccompanied asylum-seeking children face the threat of deportation upon turning 18.

Who directed the documentary 'Nowhere Home'?

The documentary 'Nowhere Home' was directed by Margreth Olin.

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