This week on The Danish Connection:
Government moves to ban ads for junk food aimed at children
Reported by Melissa
As part of Cancer Plan V, Denmark will tighten its Marketing Act to stop influencers and companies from targeting children under 15 with ads for soda, chips, and fast food. Melissa explores what sparked the change, what it means for public health, and whether it signals a broader shift in the ‘Wild West’ of influencer marketing on social media.
Decision to ban Palestine debate from school elections raises concerns over censorship
Reported by Rachel
The Danish Parliament’s Presidium has blocked youth parties from including Palestinian statehood in next year’s school election debates, stating the topic is too sensitive and complex for the students to debate in the three week time frame. Rachel unpacks the backlash from student leaders and left-wing parties, and discusses what this means for civic education and freedom of expression in Danish schools.
Navigating pregnancy in Denmark: A guide for international mothers
Reported by Eva
Eva shares her own pregnancy journey and kicks off an important discussion on maternity in Denmark for internationals. From public fertility services to prenatal care, hospital rights, leave policies, and baby welcome packages – this is essential listening for expectant parents navigating a foreign system.
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