While progress is being made, female leadership in the Arctic still faces significant hurdles. Women, particularly Indigenous women, often remain underrepresented in top decision-making roles and encounter challenges ranging from gender bias and unequal domestic burdens to the specific pressures of rapid environmental change and high rates of out-migration from northern communities.
Addressing these gaps is crucial, as diverse leadership incorporating women’s perspectives is essential for effective governance, sustainable development, and building resilient communities capable of navigating the unique transformations underway across the circumpolar North.
Radio Arctic, in collaboration with Polar Journal, therefore presents its latest podcast episode, diving into the crucial topic of “Female Leadership and Entrepreneurship across the Arctic.”
This insightful episode explores the dynamic and evolving roles women play in shaping the future of the Arctic. Featuring prominent Arctic figures
- Sara Olsvig (Chair, Inuit Circumpolar Council)
- Tahnee Prior (Co-founder, Women of the Arctic)
- Sarah Cox (Arctic project lead)
- Lydie Lescarmontier (Glaciologist and climate communicator)
Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on Indigenous governance, feminist policy-making, sustainable development, and climate communication, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities on the path toward greater gender equality in the Arctic. The discussion spans borders and disciplines, showcasing the diverse and significant contributions of women to the region’s future.
The podcast is 50:17 minutes long and in English.
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