The term multiculturalism is treacherously ambiguous. Sometimes it refers to the mere fact of cultural diversity, but usually it means a degree of…
Social sciences and the Nordics
- Thomas Hylland Eriksen
Because of the emphasis on social planning and the strong state prevalent in the Nordic region throughout the twentieth century, the social sciences…
Minority languages in the Nordics
- Thomas Hylland Eriksen
Linguistic minorities have existed for centuries, such as the Finns and Sami in Sweden. Since 1960s minority languages have often been associated with…
Ethnic minorities in the Nordic countries
- Thomas Hylland Eriksen
A minority is a clearly distinguishable group or category of people who comprise less than half of a national population. Minorities in the Nordic…
Anti-racism in the Nordic countries
- Thomas Hylland Eriksen
Nordic governments have been known for their anti-racist policies abroad, but immigration since 1960s has led to debates on issues such as…
Anthropology and the Nordic countries
- Thomas Hylland Eriksen
Anthropological studies contribute new knowledge on Nordic societies and simultaneously offer fresh perspectives on them.
Neutrality and the Nordic countries
- Norbert Götz
A tendency towards neutrality during conflicts exists in all the Nordic countries, although Sweden was the only Nordic country that remained (more or…
