Child Protection Denmark Project #18410

Support for Children in Denmark

by International Blue Cross

Project Report | Jun 11, 2026
A Safe Space to Belong

By Jonas Graf | Fundraising and Communication Assistant

Holiday camps create friendship, safety, and lasting memories

For many children, the school holidays are a time of joy, rest, and adventure. But for some, everyday life can be challenging, and the holidays may feel lonely or uncertain.

In Denmark, Blue Cross holiday camps offer children and young people a safe and welcoming place where they can simply be children. The camps provide structure, caring adults, shared activities, and a strong sense of community.

As Sandra Tramedach Junget, project leader for the camps, explains:

“Holiday camps are mainly about relationships. Many of the children do not have many friends in their everyday lives. At camp, they experience connection and acceptance just as they are.”

For 11-year-old Peter, who has attended camp for three summers in a row, this feeling of safety is especially important. Already on his first camp, he was a little nervous - but that quickly changed.

“I was a little nervous at first, but we quickly became friends,” Peter says. “I look forward to seeing my friends.”

At camp, Peter enjoys the shared activities and the familiar routines. Most importantly, he feels safe and accepted.

“I feel comfortable with the adults. It is nice to know that you meet some of the same people you are used to,” he says. “I do not experience bullying at camp. It is safe, and it is fun to be together with the others.”

During the camps, children take part in games, creative activities, trips, shared meals, and quiet moments together. These simple experiences can mean a great deal. They help children build confidence, form friendships, and create positive memories that stay with them long after the holiday is over.

The presence of trusted adults also makes a real difference. When children know what to expect, who will be there, and that they are welcomed, they can relax, participate, and feel part of a community.

Your support helps make these meaningful experiences possible. Because of donors like you, children can enjoy a break from everyday worries and spend time in a place filled with care, friendship, and encouragement.

Together, we can give children moments of joy, security, and hope - memories they can carry with them into the future.

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Feb 18, 2026
Small Experiences that Create Big Hope

By Jonas Graf | Communication Assistant

Across Denmark, Blue Cross Denmark (Blå Kors Danmark) offers a wide range of services for people facing difficult life circumstances. One especially innovative way of reaching children and young people is Star Moments (Stjernestunder) - a local initiative built around something many vulnerable kids too often miss out on: simple, joyful experiences in a safe community.

A free break from everyday challenges

Star Moments is a free offer for children and young people aged 7–18 who, for different reasons, need a pause from a hard daily reality. For some, life is affected by addiction in the family, poverty, or mental health challenges. For others, it’s stress, loneliness, or responsibilities no child should have to carry. Star Moments gives them space to breathe and to be “just kids” for a while.

Fun outings, real belonging

The activities focus on positive social experiences that strengthen connection and confidence. A day out might be a fishing trip, making campfire bread, or a visit to an amusement park or a local attraction. The goal isn’t perfect plans or big performances but rather laughter, safety, and shared time.

The aim is to get the children to experience what it feels like to be part of a group where they are seen, included, and valued, alongside other young people and caring adult volunteers.

Behind every outing is a dedicated volunteer leader team that plans and runs activities with warmth and consistency. Star Moments takes place in several Danish cities, including Copenhagen, Aarhus, Odense, Aalborg, Horsens, Vejle, and Herning and by that bring support close to where children live.

The little moments that build hope

The idea is, that often, the most meaningful change comes from small things: a shared joke on the bus ride home, someone remembering your name or just feeling included in a group for the first time.

Blue Cross Denmark believes and hopes that these “star moments” can help young participants grow in self-esteem, courage, and by making them feel safe and value give them hope for the future.

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Nov 11, 2025
Where Everyone Belongs - The Spirit of Youth Camps

By Jonas Graf | Communication Assistant

All across Denmark, Blue Cross camps create places where children and young people can just be themselves.
For some, it’s the first time they feel part of a group that truly sees them - a place filled with laughter, care, and moments that stay with them long after they return home.

Different camps, same spirit

Each Blue Cross camp has its own personality. Some are calm and nature-filled, with hikes, bonfires, and time outdoors. Others are bursting with activity, music, creativity, and teamwork.

For young people looking for adventure, there’s even the sailing camp aboard the ship Agape - where everyone becomes part of the crew, learning to navigate, cook together, and rely on one another as they sail between Danish harbors.

Whether on land or at sea, the camps all share one thing: a warm, safe community where everyone belongs.

A place to breathe

Many of the children and teenagers who join come from families facing addiction, poverty, or mental health challenges. The camps give them something many of us take for granted; a break, a sense of safety, and a chance to just be kids.

Behind every camp is a group of dedicated volunteers who make it all possible. They spend their holidays creating unforgettable days for others - with open hearts, laughter, and time for every child.

The little moments matter

The most important memories from camp aren’t always the big events, but the small things:
a shared joke, an evening by the fire, or someone taking the time to listen.
It’s in these moments that confidence grows, and a sense of belonging takes root.

Blue Cross Denmark is deeply thankful to everyone who helps make these camps happen - volunteers, donors, and supporters alike.
Together, they create spaces full of warmth, courage, and community - places where everyone truly belongs.

Links:

Website Blue Cross Denmark

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