ABSTRACT
This chapter explores Norway’s Duty of Care (DoC) toward citizens that joined organizations that have dedicated themselves to attacking/inciting attacks in Europe, often referred to as ‘foreign fighters’. It considers the implementation of the DoC: the generally reactive nature of DoC provision in Norway vis-a-vis these specific individuals; the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs limited capacity in civil war zones; and scarce resources within the families and networks of the foreign fighters. The activities of the special envoys were largely triggered by friends, schools in Norway, and caring families; again, one needed support and a network to access DoC. In many ways, the provision of DoC to Norwegian citizens who regret going to Syria should be a part of Norwegian de-radicalization efforts. Moreover, expectations from families of travellers might be too great at times, as there are other factors that hamper the provision of DoC to returnees.
