The Melahuset, also known for the Melafestivalen, functions as a business center with a focus on promoting and communicating cultures that accompany migration. The center organizes the Oslo Mela, a festival that promotes cultural diversity, and offers a varied program of events, including YogAktivist and Viken Fokus. Melahuset aims to contribute to competence and talent development, and creates a creative environment for young entrepreneurs.
In addition to its cultural and development-focused activities, Melahuset functions as a social gathering point through Melacafé, where people can meet and exchange ideas. The center also supports social engagement and change work, and offers opportunities to hire premises for various events. Melahuset is thus an important actor in Oslo that promotes both cultural understanding and entrepreneurship.