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Objectives 2025–2027

The 2025–2027 programme seeks to foster resilient and robust civil societies through Nordic co-operation and partnerships in the Arctic. This foundation aligns closely with the Nordic Council of Ministers’ strategic Vision 2030 of a socially sustainable, green and competitive Nordic Region. The programme is structured around three primary objectives and nine sub-objectives.

Objective 1: Social resilience

Contribute to attractive and socially viable multi-generational local Arctic communities by supporting initiatives that:

Foster dialogue between citizens and decision-makers and promote people-to-people co-operation among local civil societies, including indigenous peoples, children, and young people across the Arctic.
Enhance physical and mental health, social cohesion, and access to welfare services in Arctic communities.
Support Arctic communities by emphasising the importance of culture, equality and inclusion.

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Objective 2: Economic resilience

Develop local Arctic business opportunities and sustainable economic growth by backing initiatives that:

Cultivate the skills and workforce of the future, with an emphasis on talent development, skills enhancement, education and training.
Promote innovation and entrepreneurship, focusing on topics such as self-sufficiency, tourism, food production, local food culture and food security.
Support and strengthen connectivity throughout the Arctic, including improvements to physical and digital infrastructure.

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Objective 3: Climate and environmental resilience

Advance the green transition towards a sustainable, circular, and bio-based economy by supporting initiatives that:

Develop reliable green energy solutions for local communities and business development in the Arctic.
Enhance biodiversity and promote a sustainable use of wildlife and marine areas.
Increase awareness of the impacts of climate and environmental change on nature, infrastructure and living conditions in the Arctic.

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