Webinar Announcement: 2026 UArctic Webinar Series
The University of the Arctic (UArctic) is pleased to announce the 2026 UArctic Webinar Series, which explores key issues affecting Arctic and Northern communities.
The 2026 UArctic Webinar Series will bring together experts, researchers, and community leaders to discuss ethics in Northern and Indigenous research, the community impacts of small and Northern institutions, arctic waste, and arctic security.
Webinar Series Schedule:
1. Ethics in Northern Indigenous Research – [REGISTER HERE]
Moderator and Panelists TBD
April 22, 2026 | 2:00 PM NST
- Ethical frameworks for research in Northern contexts
- Indigenous research governance and community leadership
- Building long-term relationships and trust
- Institutional responsibilities and best practices
2. Small and Northern Colleges: Community Impact, Capacity, and Regional Resilience – [REGISTER HERE]
Moderator and Panelists TBD
June 24, 2026 | 2:00 PM NST
- The role of small and Northern colleges as community anchors supporting local education, workforce development, and community needs.
- Contributions to Indigenous-led education, language revitalization, and culturally grounded learning.
- Partnerships with Indigenous governments, municipalities, and local organizations to support community-driven initiatives.
- The broader social, cultural, and economic impacts of small and Northern colleges, including applied research and community-based problem solving.
3. Arctic Waste: Challenges and Community Solutions – [REGISTER HERE]
Moderator and Panelists TBD
September 23, 2026 | 2:00 PM NST
- Waste management challenges in remote Northern communities
- Community-led solutions and municipal initiatives
- Opportunities for innovation, circular economies, and policy development
- Collaboration between researchers, communities, and governments
4. Arctic Security and Northern Resilience – [REGISTER HERE]
Moderator and Panelists TBD
November 18, 2026 | 2:00 PM NST
- Changing Arctic security dynamics
- Infrastructure, environmental change, and community resilience
- The role of Northern institutions and research networks
- Collaborative research opportunities on Arctic governance and security/ Geopolitics and Security
Register today to be part of these important discussions! For questions, please email lisa.goulet@uarctic.org.