Michael Kjelseth
Michael Kjelseth is a Norwegian man whose life story has been marked by complex challenges stemming from his upbringing in a diplomatic family. His childhood was shaped by moving to various countries due to his mother's career with the Norwegian embassy, which exposed him to both the privileges and difficulties of expatriate life. Michael's experiences include facing bullying while attending an Islamic school in Iran and navigating the pressures of adjusting to different cultures. Recently, he has come to the forefront of news as he shares his compelling narrative of resilience and the impact of his family's choices on his life, particularly regarding his struggles with homelessness and the pursuit of justice.
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Michael Kjelseth shared his story about growing up without protection as a diplomat's son.
Vi er bekymret. Hva nå, UD?
Norway· 2025-09-26
Michael Kjelseth is a victim who has spoken out about his traumatic experiences while living with a humanitarian worker.
«Diplomatsønnens hemmelighet»: – Dypt rystetNorway· 2025-09-25
Michael Kjelseth recently spoke about a tumultuous upbringing filled with substance abuse and abuse abroad.
– Vi mangler referanser og blir lett stående utenfor.Norway· 2025-09-18
Michael Kjelseth has shared his experience of being subjected to severe abuse, highlighting the need for systemic changes.
Slik kan UD styrke rettighetene til diplomatbarnNorway· 2025-09-18
Michael Kjelseth, the diplomat's son, openly shares his experiences of abuse abroad as a child.
Hvem er der for barna som blir med foreldrene på flyttelasset til utlandet?Norway· 2025-09-15Michael Kjelseth's story serves as a reminder of how vulnerable UD children can be.
UD må være seg sitt ansvar bevisstNorway· 2025-09-14
Michael Kjelseth reported the aid worker responsible for him for abuse after carrying a secret for 20 years.
Én og en halv arbeidsdag før saken skulle opp i tingretten, ble den trukket.Norway· 2025-09-12
Michael Kjelseth reported the aid worker responsible for him for abuse after carrying the secret for 20 years.
Én og en halv arbeidsdag før saken skulle opp i tingretten, ble den trukket.Norway· 2025-09-10Michael Kjelseth recently spoke about his upbringing as a diplomat's son.
Diplomatbarn har svakere rettslig beskyttelse enn andre barnNorway· 2025-09-04
Michael shares a secret with his mother and faces a court trial.
Hør podkasten «Diplomatsønnens hemmelighet»Norway· 2025-09-04Michael Kjelseth recently shared a painful and boundary-less upbringing abroad, involving parties, drugs, and drunk driving.
UD har et moralsk ansvar overfor demNorway· 2025-09-04
Michael Kjelseth's har opened a door for other diplomat children to share their stories.
Vi UD-barn bør kreve systemendring og anerkjennelseNorway· 2025-09-03
Michael Kjelseth shares his story about a difficult childhood influenced by his family's circumstances and his experiences living abroad.
Diplomatsønnens historie involverer norske ambassader i Kabul og MidtøstenNorway· 2025-08-29
Michael Kjelseth has a childhood story that is unlike any other and is now ready to talk about it.
Hør podkasten «Diplomatsønnens hemmelighet»Norway· 2025-08-28Michael Kjelseth shares his story about a difficult childhood influenced by his family's circumstances and his experiences living abroad.
Diplomatsønnens historie involverer norske ambassader i Kabul og MidtøstenNorway· 2025-08-28