About MIKS Ressurssenter
MIKS Ressurssenter is a non-profit organisation and social enterprise based in Bergen, Norway. We develop practical learning environments that strengthen skills, networks and belief in people's own potential.
Mission and vision
MIKS works for inclusion in education, employment, business and society. We believe practical experience, strong relationships and access to relevant knowledge can make it easier to take the next step.
Our work starts with people's experiences, perspectives and opportunities. We develop programmes in dialogue with participants and organisations that understand the needs of the local community.
Our work is based on a strengths-based approach. We start with people's experiences, interests, skills and resources, and explore how these can be used and developed through concrete activities and experience.
Practical activity is central to how we work. This may involve developing an idea, solving a real assignment, working on a project or trying new tools. By doing, collaborating and solving challenges, participants can build skills and experience achievement in practice.
Strong relationships and safe structures are an important part of our work. We take time to get to know each person, provide guidance along the way and adapt follow-up to different needs and goals. The group is also an important part of the learning environment. Participants contribute different experiences and perspectives, collaborate, take responsibility and learn from one another. We aim to create an environment shaped by safety, respect and room to participate in different ways.
As a social enterprise, MIKS develops programmes in response to people and the needs we see. We test ideas, learn from experience and work with others on solutions that can increase participation, skills and opportunity.
MIKS develops programmes and learning environments with public-sector organisations, businesses, professional communities and non-profit organisations. Different perspectives, experiences and resources make it possible to develop solutions based on real needs and create closer links between people, skills and society.
Businesses play an important role in increasing participation and reducing exclusion. Through real assignments, professional expertise, networks and contact with working life, companies can help create environments where people use their skills, build experience and discover new opportunities. At the same time, organisations meet people with different perspectives, experiences and resources.
Collaboration with municipalities, Vestland County Council, NAV, schools and other public-sector organisations helps us develop our programmes in connection with existing services and follow-up. Organisations and professional communities contribute expertise, new perspectives and environments for learning and collaboration.
As a social enterprise, MIKS aims to connect these communities. We believe good solutions emerge when the public sector, businesses, organisations and people with lived experience can each contribute what they know best.
The people at MIKS
Executive director
Anita is the executive director of MIKS and has led the development of the KIME programme. She has studied social anthropology, psychology, organisational psychology and entrepreneurship, and has worked with asylum seekers and refugees since 1993. She has also spoken at courses and conferences on entrepreneurship, inclusion and immigrants' participation in employment and business.
Project coordinator
Astrid is a registered nurse with a master's degree in international health and public health. She has experience from the health and social care sector and initiated the Health Centre for Undocumented Migrants in Bergen.
Board member
Irine is a board member of MIKS and has an academic background in sociology and communication from the University of Bergen. She also has expertise in sexual health and marketing, and contributes perspectives related to communication, society and inclusion.
Academic coordinator
Asbjørn has played a central role in developing the KIME programme, with particular responsibility for content related to working life, organisations and collaboration. He is a non-fiction author and business adviser with extensive experience in communication, conflict resolution and organisational development. He has written several books about interpersonal relationships, health, care and vulnerability.
STEP project manager
Rudi leads the development of STEP and works with programme development, technology and new learning environments at MIKS. He has experience developing digital systems and practical learning programmes in social innovation and entrepreneurship.
Chair of the board
Ann-Elisbet is a public health nurse and has worked with asylum seekers, refugees and migrant health since 1992. She has extensive experience with courses, talks and professional development for people and professional communities working with displaced people.
Organisation facts
MIKS Ressurssenter is a non-profit organisation and social enterprise based in Bergen.
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