Kulturtanken is a brand that focuses on promoting and providing high-quality art and culture experiences for children and young people. As an organization under the Ministry of Culture and Equality and the Ministry of Education and Research in Norway, Kulturtanken is responsible for managing the program called Den kulturelle skolesekken (The Cultural School Bag). This program aims to ensure that all students in primary and secondary schools have access to professional and diverse art and cultural activities, regardless of their geographical location.

Kulturtanken's main goals for 2022 are to ensure effective administration and a strong organizational structure, maintain high artistic and educational quality in the offerings of Den kulturelle skolesekken, and foster collaboration between the cultural and educational sectors in shaping the content and quality of the program. They also strive to enhance the cultural participation of children and young people, allowing them the opportunity to explore and engage with various artistic expressions. By advancing these objectives, Kulturtanken contributes to the formation and education of children and young people, promoting an understanding and appreciation of cultural diversity.

Through their initiatives, Kulturtanken also aims to strengthen the Norwegian language, Sami languages, national minority languages, and Norwegian sign language as carriers of culture. To learn more about Kulturtanken and their activities, including their resource base, grant opportunities, and news updates, visit their website