Learn more about the non-profit organization Unga Allergiker and our work towards a more inclusive society for allergics.
Unga Allergiker (translates to Allergic Youth) is a non-governmental organization that aims to connect and support children, teens and young adults, between the ages 6–29, with asthma, allergies and/or other hypersensitivities.
We strive to encourage each other and to show that we come first – not our allergies!
As a member you can…
• Meet new friends with similar experiences.
• Be involved and influence. More members equals a stronger voice in the public debate!
• Engage in a local organization and learn more about volunteer work and democracy.
• Join us at camps, member meetings and other fun activities.
Asthma, allergies and other hypersensitivities are common among children, teens and young adults. These diagnoses does not only affect quality of life but also the possibility to partake in the society as a whole.
Today it is estimated that one in three children has some sort of allergy, and about eight percent of all schoolchildren have asthma.
According to The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, people with disabilities have the right to take part in the society on equal premises as everyone else. This also includes people with asthma and allergies.
However, asthma and allergies are often forgotten – they are invisible disabilities that seldom are taken seriously.
We want to change that! By increasing the understanding and knowledge about what it’s like to live with asthma, allergies and other hypersensitivities, we work to make society accessible for everyone.
Our local organizations arrange fun activities where everyone can participate. We also organize yearly national summer camps and member meetings. We create change by political lobbying and raising awareness about topics like the right to adequate health care as well as the right to inclusive school lunches.
