Stronger adults, safer childhoods

Through digital training and accessible support, Bris is equipping adults to better support children—helping prevent mental ill health and social exclusion across Sweden.

About the project

The project “Stronger adults – safer children” addresses a critical gap: many children face difficult life circumstances, while the adults around them often lack the tools to respond effectively.

Bris aims to strengthen this protective network—parents, teachers, early years staff and other professionals—so they can recognise early signs of vulnerability and take action sooner.

By combining practical training with accessible support, the project takes a preventive approach, grounded in Bris’ extensive experience and direct insight into children’s lives.

What the funding from the Kavli Trust will support

The Kavli Trust is contributing NOK 6.6 million over three years.

The funding will be used to:

• Develop and roll out six digital training programmes for adults working with or caring for children
• Further develop the Bris Adults’ Support Line (BVT), offering anonymous guidance
• Strengthen technology, methodology and outreach to increase access and impact

The digital format enables wide reach, delivering practical, evidence-informed tools based on children’s own voices and experiences.

About the organization

Bris (Children’s Rights in Society) is one of Sweden’s leading child rights organisations, founded in 1971.

The organisation provides direct support to children through a national helpline available 24/7 via phone, chat and messaging, staffed by trained counsellors. It also runs centres offering in-depth individual and group support.

Alongside this, Bris works to influence policy, raise awareness and strengthen the role of adults—helping create safer environments where children’s rights are understood and upheld.