What is the role and responsibility of Indigenous knowledge in Arctic research? And how can platforms and frameworks foster genuine, respectful collaboration between Indigenous and Western knowledge systems?

Joining the conversation are:

Malene Simon Hegelund, Senior Scientist at the Greenland Climate Research Centre
Qillaq Danielsen, Indigenous Hunter from Qaanaaq, Greenland
Olennguaq Kristensen, Indigenous Hunter from Savissivik, Greenland
Sara Olsvig, International Chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC)

The Session is moderated by Katrín Jakobsdóttir, Chair of the Arctic Circle Polar Dialogue; and former Prime Minister of Iceland.

This discussion was recorded live at the 2025 Arctic Circle Assembly in Reykjavík, Iceland, from October 16th to 18th.

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Bridging Indigenous Wisdom and Western Science in Arctic Research