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- Sámi Christmas Traditions: Blendi...
Sámi Christmas Traditions: Blending Nature, Spirit, and Christian Influence
The Sámi people, Indigenous to the northern regions of Scandinavia, Finland, and parts of Russia, have long celebrated the winter season with unique customs and beliefs that reflect their deep connection to nature and the Arctic environment. While many Sámi traditions predate Christianity,[…] - Scandinavian Christmas Traditions: The N...
Scandinavian Christmas Traditions: The Nisse and Its Role as Farm Guardian and Christmas Helper
Scandinavia's holiday season would not be complete without the Nisse, a mythical household spirit steeped in rich folklore. Known as the "Nisse" in Norway and Denmark, the "Tomte" in Sweden, and the "Tonttu" in Finland, this figure is more than just a cheerful[…] - Win 50 000 NOK For Your Start-Up as the ...
Win 50 000 NOK For Your Start-Up as the High North Young Entrepreneur 2025!
Last year, a company from northern Norway won the prestigious award. Now the search begins for next year's finalists for the High North Young Entrepreneur award. Present your business idea to an international audience and compete for 50,000 NOK in funding! Deadline: February[…] - Who is the next High North Hero 2025?
Who is the next High North Hero 2025?
Nomination is open now!Nominate outstanding individuals or organizations making significant contributions to Arctic development. - Christmas Traditions in the Arctic: Cele...
Christmas Traditions in the Arctic: Celebrating with Santa Clauses, Julenisser, and Indigenous Winter Customs
In the Arctic regions, Christmas traditions blend folklore, community spirit, and the powerful presence of winter landscapes. From the mischievous Yule Lads in Iceland to the helpful Julenisser in Scandinavia and the unique Indigenous customs of the Sámi and Siberian peoples, Arctic Christmas[…] - Arctic Yearbook 2024 launched! exploring...
Arctic Yearbook 2024 launched! exploring Arctic Relations: Transformations, Legacies & Futures
The Arctic Yearbook 2024 was formally launched on the 18th November, marking another milestone in the study and understanding of Arctic governance, economics, environment, and society. This year’s edition, themed "Arctic Relations: Transformations, Legacies, and Futures," is now available on the Arctic Portal[…] - Unfreezing Arctic Cooperation: The Arcti...
Unfreezing Arctic Cooperation: The Arctic Pavilion Debuts at COP29
The 29th Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) is being held in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22, 2024. - Arctic Policies of the Nordic Countries:...
Arctic Policies of the Nordic Countries: Insights into Global and Regional Priorities
In Arctic Policies of the Nordic Countries, published in The New Nordic Lexicon on September 17, 2024, author Kat Hodgson examines how Arctic policies offer a window into the pressing global issues of our time, as well as the unique dynamics within the[…] - Honoring International Inuit Day: Celebr...
Honoring International Inuit Day: Celebrating the Diversity, Resilience, and Heritage of the Inuit Peoples
Today, November 7, is International Inuit Day—a day dedicated to honoring the Inuit peoples and their remarkable culture, resilience, and contributions to the world. Celebrated annually, this day recognizes not only the Inuit’s rich history and traditions but also highlights the diversity within[…] - The Nordic Council advocates for inclusi...
The Nordic Council advocates for inclusion of Faroe Islands, Greenland & Åland Islands
The Nordic Council held its 76th Session in Reykjavík, Iceland from 28–31 October, focusing on “Peace and Security in the Arctic.” - Large energy users face power reduction ...
Large energy users face power reduction in Iceland!
Landsvirkjun, Icelands National Power Company, www.landsvirkjun.is has informed large users in the northern and eastern parts of the country that there will be reductions in the supply of electricity to them from November 23.
Arctic Community
- Vladimir Vasiliev took part in Commission on Co...
Vladimir Vasiliev took part in Commission on Compatriots Living Abroad Meeting
On Thursday, 26 December, Vladimir Vasiliev, Executive Director of the Northern Forum, took part in a meeting of the Commission on Compatriots Living Abroad under the Government of Khanty-Mansiysk Autonomous Okrug-Yugra. - Northern Forum calls for joint response to man-...
Northern Forum calls for joint response to man-made disaster
As a result of the disaster of two tankers in the Black Sea, there is an emergency situation in the sea and on the coast. - Restart Mentors Union in search of volunteers f...
Restart Mentors Union in search of volunteers for regional resource centres
On Wednesday, 25 December, a productive meeting was held with Tatiana Menshikova, Chair of the Northern Forum's Arctic Tourism Working Group. - Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a peaceful holiday season! - MIARC's member Eda Ayaydin defends her PhD
MIARC's member Eda Ayaydin defends her PhD
Eda Ayaydin will defend her PhD entitled "Performing and Reconstructing Sovereignty: Norwegian-Russian Relations in Contemporary Arctic Geopolitics" on Friday, December 20, 2024, at UVSQ/University Paris-Saclay. - POLARIN - Call for ECR co-authors to develop tr...
POLARIN - Call for ECR co-authors to develop training material on polar research
Do you want to share your polar fieldwork experience with fellow early career researchers? Are you currently preparing to conduct polar fieldwork for the first time? Apply now to join APECS in developing training material for users of polar research infrastructure! As part of the POLARIN project, APECS is inviting[…] - IASC Wishes You Happy Holidays and an Arctic Ne...
IASC Wishes You Happy Holidays and an Arctic New Year
As the year comes to a close, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a bright, Arctic New Year! We are thrilled to share the IASC 2025 Calendar, now available for download. Click on the picture cover below to get your copy and enjoy it throughout the year. - IASC Photo Call - IASC 2025 Bulletin
IASC Photo Call - IASC 2025 Bulletin
IASC is always looking for new photographs for use in the IASC Bulletin, website, newsletter, calendar, and more. IASC welcomes images depicting all areas of Arctic science including scientists in the field, everyday life, animals, landscapes, and more. For photographs, IASC depends solely on what Arctic scientists send us. That[…] - CfA: Inter-Nord issue 24 (2025)
CfA: Inter-Nord issue 24 (2025)
The editorial committee invites scientific articles, pieces of creative writing, interview, book review or other writings about the Arctic to be submitted to the international, peer-reviewed journal Inter-Nord 24. Deadline: 31 March 2025. - Winter Issue 62
Winter Issue 62
Here you have "Winter Issue 62" of "Northern Notes". - Save the Date: APECS Workshop at Arctic Frontie...
Save the Date: APECS Workshop at Arctic Frontiers on 30 January
The APECS International Directorate will host a workshop during the Arctic Frontiers conference 2025 that will also be open to ECRs that are not registered for the conference. Mark your calendars for Thursday, 30 January 2025, 13:30 - 15:00 to join us at the Fram Centre in Tromsø and stay[…]
Announcements
- EU-Polarnet 2 Christmas newsletter - December 2024
EU-Polarnet 2 Christmas newsletter - December 2024
As we approach the festive season and the end of 2024, the EU-PolarNet team looks back with pride and gratitude on the achievements and milestones of our project. This Christmas newsletter also marks the final issue of EU-PolarNet, as we conclude nearly a decade of work dedicated to advancing European[…] - OPEN CALL: 8th International Symposium on Arcti...
OPEN CALL: 8th International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-8) / Tokyo 2025
The Japan Consortium for Arctic Environmental Research (JCAR) is pleased to announce that the 8th International Symposium on Arctic Research (ISAR-8) will be held in Hachioji, Tokyo, Japan, on October 28-31, 2025. This event will be held in an in-person format.The scientific program of ISAR-8 consists of Plenary, Regular, and[…] - True North: Your monthly connection to the Ted ...
True North: Your monthly connection to the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies - November 2024
Greetings,We’re thrilled to bring you the November issue of True North, highlighting the insights from the recent Anchorage Security and Defense Conference and more!ASDC 2024 explored critical topics such as geostrategic challenges in the Arctic, emerging threats, and opportunities for collaboration in this vital region. With engaging keynotes, expert panel[…] - Position Available: Deputy Secretary - Arctic M...
Position Available: Deputy Secretary - Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP)
Date13 November 2024Position AvailableDeputy SecretaryArctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP)Tromsø, NorwayApplication deadline: 24 November 2024For more information, go to:https://www.jobbnorge.no/en/available-jobs/job/270439/deputy-secretary-…The Arctic Monitoring and Assessment Programme (AMAP) invites applications for a Deputy Secretary. This permanent, full-time position will be located in Tromsø, Norway.Responsibilities include:Supporting the implementation of the AMAP multi-year work-plan by[…] - FACE Newsletter - November 2024
FACE Newsletter - November 2024
Successful Completion of Zhong Shan Da Xue Ji Di’s 2024 Arctic VoyageZhong Shan Da Xue Ji Di has successfully completed its 2024 Arctic Voyage (FACE2024) Led by Sun Yat-sen University, the voyage departed from Guangzhou on July 26 and returned on October 7, covering a total duration of 74 days[…] - We're Hiring - Arctic Program Manager
We're Hiring - Arctic Program Manager
TitleArctic Program Manager PurposeLead development of the Institute’s Arctic Program and manage its various projects.About the InstituteThe Institute of the North is an independent, non-partisan think tank, based in Anchorage Alaska. We believe that the world’s resources should go to benefit local people. To that end, we conduct research, engage citizens[…] - ICARP IV webinar series coming up
ICARP IV webinar series coming up
Join us for ICARP IV webinar series introducing 7 Research Priority Teams (RPTs) taking place in September and October 2024. RPTs will work with the input provided through the ICARP IV Community Engagement process to:Define the knowledge gaps and research priorities for the next decade for their topic area based[…] - EPB - Upcoming Webinars in 2024
EPB - Upcoming Webinars in 2024
Join us for ICARP IV webinar series introducing 7 Research Priority Teams (RPTs) taking place in September and October 2024. RPTs will work with the input provided through the ICARP IV Community Engagement process to:Define the knowledge gaps and research priorities for the next decade for their topic area based[…] - Paneldikusjon: Norge i Arktis: Globale endringe...
Paneldikusjon: Norge i Arktis: Globale endringer og norske strategier
11. September 18:00 (dørene åpner 17:30)Boksen, Kulturhuset i OsloVår geografiske beliggenhet er konstant, men vår geopolitiske posisjon og rolle er i endring. Etter hvert som globale maktdynamikker utvikler seg, endres også Norges politiske rolle, spesielt i Arktis. NATO-ekspansjon, økt militær tilstedeværelse, og intensiverende rivalisering mellom stormaktene former det strategiske landskapet.PANELDELTAGEREStatssekretær[…] - Are you a teacher who wants to make a differenc...
Are you a teacher who wants to make a difference on climate change? Enroll for the Carbon Act MOOC
CARBON ACT MOOC: INNOVATIVE TEACHING FOR CLIMATE SOLUTIONS Starting on 9 September 2024Join this transformative course and:✓ LEARN: Enhance your understanding on the science behind climate change, its causes, impacts, and solutions.✓ TEACH: Discover innovative teaching strategies to integrate climate across your curriculum.✓ ACT: Design your own Learning Scenario on[…] - Arctic Frontiers #2 Newsletter August 2024
Arctic Frontiers #2 Newsletter August 2024
Call for applicants 2025 Emerging Leaders ProgramJoin a 7-day trip through the Norwegian Arctic, where you'll get to engage with experts, receive mentorship, and attend Arctic Frontiers 2025.Program Dates: January 23rd - January 30th, 2025Application Deadline: October 4th, 2024Read moreArctic Frontiers Abroad: Oulu, Finland - 3rd and 4th of September 2024New Solutions[…]
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