Towards decolonial research in the Arctic: Recommendations for ICARP IV, the International Conference on Arctic Research Planning

Abstract

A decolonial approach is needed to fulfil IASC’s (International Conference on Arctic Research Planning) commitment to recognizing that Traditional Knowledge, Indigenous Knowledge and academic scientific knowledge are co-equal and complementary knowledge systems that all can and should inform its work (website ICARP IV, 2023).<p>

<p>This document summarizes key recommendations for actions regarding five themes:<p>

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<li>Indigenous Peoples’ right to self-determination as a prerequisite for

high-quality Arctic research</li>

<li>Ethics, methods and methodology as key for decolonial research</li>

<li>Indigenous-led research in design and practice</li>

<li>Indigenous Peoples’ co-equal participation in Arctic research funding structures and decision-making for securing decolonial Arctic research in practice</li>

<li>Funding for Co-Creative and Indigenous-Led Arctic Research</li> </ol>