What is the current status of indigenous rights and self-determination in the Arctic? And where must progress move faster, particularly when it comes to climate change and its devastating impact on indigenous communities?

Joining the conversation are:

• Sara Olsvig, International Chair of the Inuit Circumpolar Council
• Jessica Veldstra, Executive Director of the Aleut International Association
• Per-Olof Nutti, President of the Saami Council

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 Arctic Circle Rome Forum - Polar Dialogue, held March 3rd–4th, 2026.

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