2026

Arctic Athabaskan Council (Canada): Strengthening Indigenous Leadership and Knowledge Governance in the Arctic

Tue, May 05, 2026

The Arctic Athabaskan Council represents and advocates for the rights, knowledge systems, and governance of Athabaskan peoples in Arctic policy, emphasizing Indigenous leadership, environmental stewardship, and community-driven research and education. Through its work with partners like UArctic, it is advancing framewor...

Young Innovators: Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of Indigenous Leaders

Tue, May 05, 2026

Sheila Naytowhow’s research, inspired by the loss of her grandfather and her experiences growing up around First Nation leadership, explores how leadership impacts the holistic well-being of Indigenous leaders. Grounded in Indigenous worldviews and lived experiences, her work aims to strengthen supports for leaders, inform po...

UArctic x LRF Fellows: Strengthening Arctic Science–Policy Links

Tue, May 05, 2026

From 16-19 March 2026, UArctic x LRF Research Fellow Dr Bahareh Kamranzad participated in the prestigious Royal Society Pairing Scheme 2026, an initiative designed to strengthen connections between scientific research and policymaking in the UK.

Open position: President, University of the Arctic (UArctic)

Tue, May 05, 2026

Together, UArctic and UiT The Arctic University of Norway invite applications for the position as President for University of the Arctic (UArctic). Application deadline is June 14, 2026.

Cumulative Stressors in High North Ecosystems: Workshop and Collaboration in Tromsø

Tue, May 05, 2026

Helena Reinardy from the Scottish Association for Marine Science, was part-funded by the Scottish Arctic Network's Arctic Travel and Partnerships Fund to attend a workshop on cumulative stressors in the High North in Tromsø. Read about her experience here.

A Week in Oslo: Police Scotland on Exchange, 2026

Tue, May 05, 2026

After hosting students from the Norwegian Police University College in Scotland earlier this year, students at Police Scotland International Academy had a chance to reciprocate and visit their Norwegian counterparts in Oslo.

Thematic Network Success Story: "Adressing Important Biodiversity Knowledge Gaps in a Changing Arctic"

Tue, May 05, 2026

Read he Success Story from the Thematic Network on Arctic Marine Biodiversity: "Adressing Important Biodiversity Knowledge Gaps in a Changing Arctic".

April Highlights from UArctic Thematic Networks

Mon, May 04, 2026

The April 2026 edition of the Thematic Networks' Monthly Highlights showcases the work of several networks engaged in collaborative research, education, and outreach activities across the Circumpolar North.

International Graduate Student Research Cohort and COIL@UArctic join forces at the UArctic Congress 2026 in Tórshavn

Mon, May 04, 2026

What happens when graduate students from across the Arctic and North Atlantic spend a year working together across disciplines, borders and time zones?

UArctic Thematic Network on Northern Tourism at the UArctic Congress 2026

Mon, May 04, 2026

The Thematic Network on Northern Tourism is delighted to invite members and guests to a range of activities and events organised at the UArctic Congress 2026.

Working in the Arctic - Year In Review

Mon, May 04, 2026

Year In Review 2026 edition from the Thematic Network on Working in the Arctic is now available.

New Publication: Transforming education in the Arctic: Co-creation, decolonization and participatory approaches

Mon, May 04, 2026

Recently, Maeva Gauthier et al. from the UArctic Thematic Network on Local-scale Planning for Climate Resilience, led the development of "Transforming education in the Arctic: Co-creation, decolonization and participatory approaches", published with the journal Arctic.

Social events at the UArctic Congress 2026 and Ocean Connectivity Conference

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

From relaxed gatherings to festive evenings, the social program offers Congress participants a chance to connect, experience local culture, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of Tórshavn.

Marine plastic littering along Orkney beaches

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

PHOTO: Maurizio Milesi. The beach cleaning group at Evie beach, mainland Orkney.

During 21-23 April an international group from scientific institutions, organisations and NGOs gathered in Orkney to discuss challenges associated with marine plastic littering, including from fisheries and aquaculture industries. Participants included researchers, fisheries organisations, island authorities and NGOs working...

Local-scale Planning for Climate Resilience - Year In Review

Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Year In Review 2026 edition from the Thematic Network on Local-scale Planning for Climate Resilience is now available.