Who tells the stories of the #Arctic? How and why narratives are born, distributed and silenced? These questions are discussed in the pre-event of our conference. Monday November 13, at 1-5 pm in Arktikum. Event is open for all! arcticcentre.org/news/Pre-event…

Rovaniemi #ArcticSpirit 2023 is starting today with pre-event on #Arctic narratives and welcoming reception later in the evening. Weather in Rovaniemi is also quite arctic, hope you packed enough warm clothes 🙂

If you didn’t make it to #Rovaniemi, remember that you can also join us online! Starting tomorrow morning Tue Nov 14 at 9 am (Finnish time). Updated program on the conference website where also the online stream can be followed: rovaniemiarcticspirit.fi/EN #ArcticSpirit

Attending today the Hybrid CoE panel in Arctic Spirit in #Rovaniemi on #Arctic #hybrid threats. Are we prepared as Russia has systematically invaded strategically important sites since early 2000’s? Join the livestream!

Conference officially opened with welcoming words by Director Johanna Ikävalko Arctic_Centre and Mayor of #Rovaniemi Ulla-Kirsikka Vainio.

Ambassador Marja Joenusva in Arctic Spirit: Barents work continues and cooperation between regions and governments is needed. #ArcticSpirit

#Barents cooperation in the focus of the first session of the morning. Conclusions of Finnish presidency Barents Euro-Arctic Council by Ambassador Marja Joenusva and plans for North Karelia's presidency on the Barents Regional Council by Markus Hirvonen

While Russia's invasion of Ukraine challenges #ArcticSecurity cooperation, #ClimateMitigation can not wait for more peaceful times. That's why @Heikkilamark discusses future perspectives with Ambassador Clara Ganslandt, Anni Koivisto (Koivu-Jusse Ánne), @Sannakopra and Marisol at #ArcticSpirit

Big thanks to the Finnish Minister of Foreign Affairs Elina Valtonen for making her keynote speech at #ArcticSpirit possible also from a distance!

Even though partnership is crucial to oppose Russian aggression, @andreasOsthagen calls also for a nuanced view on #ArcticSecurity instead of oversimplified narratives. Thanks to all panelists: Esther McClure, @minna_alander, @katarzyna_zysk, Simo Pesu & Randy Kee #ArcticSpirit

Brilliant FIIA panel on approaches to security in light of Russian aggression, emphasising the need for a joined up and nuanced approach - #ArcticSecurity is not one thing #ArcticSpirit

According to Tero Vauraste, we have long been blind to the threats of #HybridAttacks on critical infrastructure. Even more important that we discuss it now as Tero Vauraste, Shiho Rybski, Thomas Nilsen (today on Bluesky), Gaëlle Rivard Piché & Abbie Tingstad did today at #ArcticSpirit.

Which challenges do #ArcticCommunities face at the border to Russia? What are their #SecurityInterests? And how can local actors interact with national institutions to make sure their voices are heard? Questions from todays last panel organized by Arctic Mayors Forum! #ArcticSpirit

Saamelaisen ilmastoneuvoston puheenjohtaja Klemetti Näkkäläjärvi esitteli neuvoston tehtävää ja tiedon yhteistuotannon menetelmää Rovaniemi #arcticspirit konferenssissa.

#ArcticSpirit conference, Rovaniemi, Finland. Panel discussion on knowledge co-production and #climatechange rovaniemiarcticspirit.fi/EN/Program

Today we continue inspiring discussions on multiple use of Arctic area, including reindeer herding, business, green transition, energy production (wind power), biodiversity, tourism and many other hot topics - ”Arctic is getting growded” #arcticspirit

#ArcticSpirit continues today with parallel sessions. Mostly onsite but session on the scientific knowledge of #Arctic tipping points followed by a panel on Indigenous and youth perspectives on climate interventions will be streamed online ⏰1.30pm rovaniemiarcticspirit.fi/news/Session-o…

What a brave conference guests we have! Ready to go into freezing river at 7 am before starting the last conference day 🤩

The #Sámi Climate Council held its first public appearance during Rovaniemi #Arctic Spirit last November and now we have the privilege to release a report from the event in English! Read the full report on our website: shorturl.at/ovRZ9

SAVE the DATE! In 2025 the Rovaniemi Arctic Spirit can be experienced in spring time. Conference will be organized in May, 5–7. Information about the program and registration will follow after summer. #ArcticSpirit #Rovaniemi rovaniemiarcticspirit.fi