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The event brought together institutional leaders, Indigenous representatives, researchers, educators, students, and policymakers from across the Circumpolar North and beyond to discuss some of the most pressing issues facing Arctic communities today.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW256496578 BCX0\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW256496578 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-FR\" paraid=\"1400638018\" paraeid=\"{0ca743f1-fc75-41d2-9e8f-5f32e5d8ffdd}{170}\">Hosted by the University of the Faroe Islands in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Fisheries and the Faroe Marine Research Institute, the Congress focused on themes aligned with the Kingdom of Denmark’s Arctic Council Chairship priorities: sustainable economic development, oceans, climate change, biodiversity, and Indigenous peoples and Northern communities.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW256496578 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-FR\" paraid=\"1400638018\" paraeid=\"{0ca743f1-fc75-41d2-9e8f-5f32e5d8ffdd}{170}\">For us, the experience was both professionally enriching and personally inspiring.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>",{"__typename":312,"id":322,"cnVideo":50,"cnImage":323},"F5Q-sGX8QwSdW48suS8xgw",{"id":324,"alt":50,"focalPoint":325,"height":130,"responsiveImage":326,"blurUpThumb":327,"title":50,"url":328,"width":134},"AGTTga52QQS9clWC-NRHtg",{"x":101,"y":101},{"base64":327},"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","https://www.datocms-assets.com/104533/1782243892-rosie-aux-iles-faroe-4.png",{"__typename":318,"id":330,"cnText":331},"WzqEVy_8T7WnOEw89YWBSg","\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW190658803 BCX0\">\n\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW88370498 BCX0\">\n\u003Ch1 class=\"Paragraph SCXW88370498 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" lang=\"FR-FR\" paraid=\"1031872482\" paraeid=\"{0ca743f1-fc75-41d2-9e8f-5f32e5d8ffdd}{176}\">\u003Cspan data-contrast=\"none\" xml:lang=\"FR-FR\" lang=\"FR-FR\" class=\"TextRun SCXW88370498 BCX0\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW88370498 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 2\">Learning from Indigenous and Decolonial Approaches\u003C/span>\u003C/span>\u003C/h1>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW88370498 BCX0\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW88370498 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-FR\" paraid=\"820115596\" paraeid=\"{0ca743f1-fc75-41d2-9e8f-5f32e5d8ffdd}{180}\">Throughout the Congress, I attended a number of thought-provoking presentations centred on Indigenous and decolonial approaches to Arctic research. Speakers emphasized the importance of meaningful community engagement, relational accountability in Indigenous community-based research, and the integration of Indigenous knowledge systems and languages within educational settings.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW88370498 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-FR\" paraid=\"820115596\" paraeid=\"{0ca743f1-fc75-41d2-9e8f-5f32e5d8ffdd}{180}\">A recurring message was that research and education must be grounded in relationships, reciprocity, and community priorities. These discussions reinforced the importance of ensuring that Indigenous peoples remain at the centre of initiatives that affect their languages, cultures, and futures.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW88370498 BCX0\" lang=\"FR-FR\" paraid=\"820115596\" paraeid=\"{0ca743f1-fc75-41d2-9e8f-5f32e5d8ffdd}{180}\">I was particularly inspired by presentations highlighting innovative educational models that place land, language, and culture at the heart of learning. Institutions such as Memorial University and the Sámi Education Institute shared remarkable examples of land-based and community-centred education programs that are strengthening cultural continuity while preparing future generations of leaders.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/div>\n\u003C/div>",{"__typename":312,"id":333,"cnVideo":50,"cnImage":334},"GW8buxleRjitiw806AE--g",{"id":335,"alt":50,"focalPoint":336,"height":130,"responsiveImage":337,"blurUpThumb":338,"title":50,"url":339,"width":134},"OhKaL0oQTeGmy0mYH8eI9w",{"x":101,"y":101},{"base64":338},"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","https://www.datocms-assets.com/104533/1782243892-rosie-aux-iles-faroe-3.png",{"__typename":318,"id":341,"cnText":342},"IWbS7W4YQ8qSaxMwb3jimA","\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW190658803 BCX0\">\n\u003Ch1 class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">Celebrating Language and Culture\u003C/h1>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">One of the most memorable aspects of the Congress was the celebration of Faroese culture through music and the arts. Powerful performances by acclaimed Faroese artists Eivør and Hamradun captivated audiences and showcased the richness, resilience, and beauty of the Faroese language and culture.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">Hearing artists proudly perform in their own language served as a powerful reminder of the vital role language plays in expressing identity, worldview, and belonging. It was inspiring to witness a community so deeply connected to its linguistic and cultural heritage.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch1 class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">Meaningful Connections and Conversations\u003C/h1>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">One of the greatest strengths of UArctic gatherings is the opportunity to connect with people who are doing transformative work across the North.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">I was especially grateful for the opportunity to meet and speak with Marja-Liisa Olthuis, co-author of Revitalising Indigenous Languages: \u003Cem>How to Recreate a Lost Generation\u003C/em>. Her work documents the successful revitalization of the Inari Sámi (Aanaar Sámi) language in Finland and offers valuable lessons for communities working to strengthen Indigenous languages. I look forward to applying many of the insights she shared to our language revitalization efforts in the Northwest Territories.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">I also appreciated reconnecting with Daniel Chartier, professor at Université du Québec à Montréal and director of the International Laboratory for Research on Images of the North, Winter and the Arctic. Our conversations highlighted exciting possibilities for future collaboration, and I look forward to exploring opportunities to work together in the years ahead.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch1 class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" role=\"heading\" aria-level=\"2\" paraid=\"1352302290\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{39}\">A Historic Milestone for Indigenous and Minority Languages in the North\u003C/h1>\n\u003C/div>",{"__typename":312,"id":344,"cnVideo":50,"cnImage":345},"WSUDhWoEReKemDAFQ1SMvg",{"id":346,"alt":50,"focalPoint":347,"height":130,"responsiveImage":348,"blurUpThumb":349,"title":50,"url":350,"width":134},"FXP8RBC1Ro6B6O8OyMxSLQ",{"x":101,"y":101},{"base64":349},"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/4AAQSkZJRgABAQAAAQABAAD/2wCEAAoHBwgHBgoICAgLFRMQEBgQDREOGRINDQ0NFxMZGBYfFhUaHysjGh0oHSEWJDUlKC0vMjIyGSI4PTcwPCsxMi8BCgsLDg0OHBAPHC8dFigvLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vL//AABEIABUAGAMBIgACEQEDEQH/xAAZAAADAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABAUDAgH/xAAfEAABBQABBQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAQIDBBEUEhMhIjL/xAAXAQADAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACAwQB/8QAGREBAAMBAQAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEREgID/9oADAMBAAIRAxEAPwCI+S1af8qatqzNTVQoSJxk1GifOle7EaBdD5uSFmWaNcwBx0fed7IeAbbiW1my9yeTmDOhXYADejPNMsXZY51RqgAE0qH/2Q==","https://www.datocms-assets.com/104533/1782244783-rosie-aux-iles-faroe7.png",{"__typename":352,"id":353,"cnTitle":354,"cnText":355,"cnIcon":50},"CnTextHighlightedRecord","DzAbO7eYQRqxeSICD-6L3A","One of the most exciting developments of the week took place during the UArctic Assembly on May 29 :","\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW190658803 BCX0\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\">Collège Nordique’s proposal to establish a new UArctic Thematic Network on the Preservation and Promotion of Indigenous and Minority Languages was unanimously \u003Ca href=\"https://www.cnordique.ca/en/news/college-nordique-to-lead-new-international-network-on-indigenous-and-minority-lan\">approved with 179 votes in favour\u003C/a>.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/div>",{"__typename":312,"id":357,"cnVideo":50,"cnImage":358},"R7_XgCgwSrya-wuc5DSbCw",{"id":359,"alt":50,"focalPoint":360,"height":130,"responsiveImage":361,"blurUpThumb":362,"title":50,"url":363,"width":134},"OgbS7mA6R8WXPEC8UUBFRQ",{"x":101,"y":101},{"base64":362},"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","https://www.datocms-assets.com/104533/1782243892-rosie-aux-iles-faroe-2.png",{"__typename":318,"id":365,"cnText":366},"TMZtYQ-3Rvyz2FIj_I7EDw","\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW190658803 BCX0\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">The proposal seeks to create a structured platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, research, and capacity-building among institutions and communities working to strengthen Indigenous and minority languages across Northern and circumpolar regions.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">The network will foster collaboration through activities such as hybrid circumpolar forums and webinars, joint educational programming, mentorship opportunities, best-practice exchanges, and collaborative research initiatives.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">The approval represents a significant achievement for Collège Nordique and builds on the momentum generated through our recent International Forum on the Preservation and Promotion of Indigenous and Minority Languages held in Yellowknife earlier this year. The proposal recognizes the importance of creating spaces where Indigenous and minority language communities can learn from one another while respecting their distinct histories, governance systems, and realities.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">Following the vote, several delegates approached us to express interest in participating in the network. Representatives from institutions including the University of Northern British Columbia, Umeå University in Sweden, and the Sámi University of Applied Sciences shared their enthusiasm for becoming involved and contributing to this growing international collaboration.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">The response confirmed what many of us already felt throughout the week: there is a strong desire across the Circumpolar North to work together to preserve, revitalize, and promote Indigenous and minority languages.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch1 class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">Looking Ahead\u003C/h1>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">As I returned home from Tórshavn, I felt energized by the ideas, relationships, and opportunities that emerged throughout the Congress and Assembly.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">Equally meaningful was the opportunity to experience the event alongside Camilia Zoe-Chocolate, whose perspective as a Tłı̨chǫ educator enriched our discussions and deepened my understanding of many of the themes explored throughout the week. Together, we reflected on how lessons from Indigenous communities across the Circumpolar North might inform our work in the Northwest Territories while also sharing our own experiences and challenges in language revitalization.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">The challenges facing Indigenous and minority languages are significant, but so too is the commitment of the people working to sustain them. Across the Arctic, communities, educators, researchers, and institutions are developing innovative approaches rooted in culture, land, language, and self-determination.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">The UArctic Congress further emphasized that while our contexts may differ, many of our aspirations are shared. By learning from one another and building meaningful partnerships, we can strengthen language revitalization efforts across the North and create new opportunities for future generations.\u003C/p>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">I look forward to continuing these conversations, developing new collaborations, and seeing how our newly established UArctic Thematic Network can help connect and support Indigenous and minority language communities throughout the circumpolar world.\u003C/p>\n\u003Ch1 class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">About the Author\u003C/h1>\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW190658803 BCX0\" paraid=\"2085608208\" paraeid=\"{7bc16a99-8bf1-43eb-b24a-774233ebd6ca}{72}\">Rosie Benning is Director of Training and Education at Collège Nordique. She holds a Master’s degree in Indigenous Language Revitalization and has more than fifteen years of experience in education, program development, and language revitalization. Throughout her career, she has worked alongside Northern communities, contributed to the development of educational resources, and supported the teaching of French, English, and Tłı̨chǫ. She views education as a tool for reconciliation and is committed to ensuring that learning remains accessible, engaging, and relevant to Northern communities while respecting their cultures, languages, and relationships.\u003C/p>\n\u003C/div>",{"__typename":312,"id":368,"cnVideo":50,"cnImage":369},"IB87fE9iR6urNQFqNhiHBA",{"id":370,"alt":50,"focalPoint":371,"height":130,"responsiveImage":372,"blurUpThumb":373,"title":50,"url":374,"width":134},"AvQa3g_cQ0uKAMMYxcECcw",{"x":101,"y":101},{"base64":373},"data:image/jpeg;base64,/9j/4AAQSkZJRgABAQAAAQABAAD/2wCEAAoHBwgHBgoICAgLEhYQDhgYFQ8NFhUNFg0OFx8aGBYVFiEdHysjGh0oHRUWJDUlKC0vMjIyGSI4PTcwPCsxMi8BCgsLDg0OHBANHDscHR07Oy8vLy8vLy8vLy81NS8vLy8vLzUvLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vLy8vL//AABEIABUAGAMBIgACEQEDEQH/xAAYAAEBAQEBAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABgUHA//EACEQAAEEAgEFAQAAAAAAAAAAAAIAAQMFBEERExUxUWES/8QAFgEBAQEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAABQQG/8QAHREAAgICAwEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAEDBBMyEiMzAv/aAAwDAQACEQMRAD8ApJp5I68nb0p2uz5ZM1x+r1y7Gcacy40oulvZ+5kzi/lCUoXjYrPIuR1/FI3jblFj1lpJMLM7Iip4nkZT8tNGR+urTmxNpT9BgwFnG7jtEWppLrYXNsWmHGMcnAsiIhrHoy2PU//Z","https://www.datocms-assets.com/104533/1764629525-photo-rosie.png",{"__typename":318,"id":376,"cnText":377},"VFk9oQFAQQeMZgZTmIPYUQ","\u003Cp>\u003Cem>Published on June 23rd 2026\u003C/em>\u003C/p>","article",1782839987721]