Strengthening networks in Arctic health research and education through mentorship and collaboration

held in Copenhagen, Denmark, from 26-28 May 2024. The meeting brought together 31 participants from across the Arctic, including Indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers, students, and health professionals. The aim was to enhance collaboration among circumpolar health networks and to develop a mentorship program supporting young scholars. Sessions included mapping exercises, regional health updates, and discussions on ethics, education, collaboration, and community engagement. Participants identified overlapping mandates, gaps in coordination, and opportunities for joint initiatives across different health networks and societies. The meeting emphasized inclusive, community-based approaches and the integration of Indigenous knowledge. Action items for the coming years include developing and evaluating a model for mentorship in circumpolar health research, enhancing ethical research practices, and continuing the work and conversation of coordinating efforts across health networks. The workshop was concluded with a strong sense of shared purpose and commitment to advancing health and well-being in Arctic communities through strengthened collaborative in both research and education.

Arctic health · Collaboration · Community participation · community-based research · Health education · Indigenous health · indigenous knowledge · mentoring · Research ethics · Healthcare Systems and Public Health · Indigenous Health, Education, and Rights · Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration