Sewa Norway
Sewa Norway is a non-profit volunteer-based organization headquartered in Oslo, Norway, and affiliated with the global Sewa International network. Rooted in the philosophy of "service before self," Sewa Norway channels the power of community-driven action into multiple meaningful initiatives, both within Norway and internationally.
Core Initiatives & Impact
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Fundraising Events: Dandiya for SEWA
This is an annual cultural fundraiser every year in Oslo. Dandiya a special danceform in India which is very popular. More than two thousand people attend every year and all the profit is distributed to various social welfare organisations in India and Norway.
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Education Support: Ekal Vidyalaya Schools, India
Partnered with the Ekal Vidyalaya movement, supporting one-teacher schools in rural and tribal regions of India. This powerful movement reaches over 2.6 million students through more than 99,000 schools
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Cancer Support: Kreftforeningen All profits from fundraising events like Dandiya are donated to the Norwegian Cancer Society.
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Rehabilitation: Back in the Ring
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Fundraising supports rehabilitation initiatives designed to stand individuals back on their feet, through partnerships like Back in the Ring.
Community Activities in Norway
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Christmas Cards for Senior Homes
Sewa Norway volunteers, alongside 200+ children, created and delivered 1,000 festive cards to 14 senior homes across Oslo, Lørenskog, Drammen, Hokksund, and Asker
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COVID-19 Support to India
Procured and shipped 36 oxygen concentrators (valued at ~50,000 NOK) to Delhi. Collaborated with JACOMEDIC to send additional medical supplies—masks, filters, tubes—making a tangible difference during the pandemic
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Sewa Day: Environmental Clean‑ups
Regular community clean‑up events (for example, near Kvernaviga) bring together families and volunteers. A recent drive collected rubbish, including rope, litter, four bags of trash, and even a car tyre.
Initiatives
Sewa Dandiya
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The Embassy of India, Oslo, in collaboration with ICCR and SEWA Norway, organised the grand annual celebration — the 6th edition of “Dandiya for SEWA 2025” — on 18 September 2025 at Vallhall Arena, Oslo.
The event witnessed an enthusiastic gathering of over 2,000 attendees, who came together to celebrate India’s cultural diversity, unity, and the spirit of sewa (service).
The highlight of the evening was the enthralling performance by the Gujarati Folk dance troupe, “Ghumti Gori” from Gujarat, India. Dressed in vibrant traditional costumes, the troupe brought the lively beats of Garba and Dandiya to Oslo, captivating the audience with their rhythm, grace, and energy.
Adding to the festive charm, many attendees also donned colourful traditional attire, transforming Vallhall Arena into a vibrant sea of colours and joy.
Beautifully designed selfie corners adorned with traditional Gujarati artefacts and décor gave guests a perfect spot to capture memories while showcasing Gujarat’s artistic heritage.
Visitors also enjoyed food stalls offering regional cuisines from across India, creating a rich tapestry of flavours that celebrated India’s culinary diversity.