Over 100 registrants to online seminar “Conducting Research on Indigenous Lands”
The recent online seminar “Conducting Research on Indigenous Lands” brought together voices from Arctic and sub-Arctic research stations, Indigenous communities, and international researchers to discuss best practices for ethical, collaborative research in Sámi and Inuit homelands. Over 100 people registered online, with around 55 participants joining the event live.
If you missed the live event - or want to revisit specific talks -all four recordings are now available.
Niklas Labba explores the history and future of research on Sámi lands in Sweden and Norway - from extractive practices to more collaborative approaches grounded in dialogue, respect, and Indigenous knowledge.
Otso Suominen introduces the Kevo Research Station in northernmost Finland. He shares how the station supports international scientists while working closely with the local Sámi community and balancing research with traditional livelihoods such as reindeer herding and fishing.
Maliina Jensen (Inuit Circumpolar Council) shares key insights on ethical and equitable research with Inuit communities, including Indigenous data sovereignty, protocols, and the importance of community-led approaches.
Charles Gignac takes us inside the Uapishka Research Station in northern Québec, highlighting how it integrates Inuit knowledge and priorities into climate and ecological research.
