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Stories from the Past, Visions for the Future: “Tre stammers møte” in Dyrøy

Published: 10.08.2026

What happens when history, local knowledge, young voices and visions for the future come together? On 25–26 June 2026, Dyrøy/Divrrát/Tyras became a place for dialogue about Sámi, Kven and Norwegian histories, reconciliation and the future of northern communities.

BIRGEJUPMI at Riddu Riđđu 2026 discussing “Indigenous Salmon Peoples without a Livelihood?”

Published: 05.08.2026

Event

At the UiT Seminar during Riddu Riđđu 2026, researchers, fishers, activists discussed the urgent question: What does it mean to be Indigenous salmon peoples when the salmon, rivers, and seas that sustain culture and livelihoods are under threat? Ida Hydle (WP5) participated as panellist.

BIRGEJUPMI research shared at Riddu Riđđu Festival

Published: 29.07.2026

Event

At the Riddu Riđđu Festival Ida Hydle presented insights from BIRGEJUPMI fieldwork during a panel discussion on Indigenous river peoples, river rights and international cooperation. The session highlighted challenges facing Atlantic salmon, Sámi fishing cultures and Arctic ecosystems.

From Workshop to Community: The Sharing Exhibition Event in Unjárga/Nesseby

Published: 28.07.2026

Event

In June 2026, the Saami Council and RIFS organised a sharing event and exhibition in Unjárga/Nesseby, Sápmi. The event celebrated young people’s visions of sustainable futures, developed through Work Package 4.

Celebrating Asta Mitkijá Balto: Honoured with Várdduo, Umeå University- Scientific Prize 2025!

Published: 28.07.2026

Event

As the BIRGEJUPMI consortium, our hearts are filled with gratitude and joy as we celebrate this well-deserved honour. We warmly congratulate Professor Emerita Asta Mitkijá Balto on receiving the prestigious the Várdduo, Umeå University - Scientific Prize 2025!

Living with abundance, living with extraction

Published: 05.07.2026

Fieldwork

How do Indigenous communities maintain their relationships with the sea in regions with industrial fishing and resource extraction? Ida, Stephan in conversation with Dr. Haliehana Stepetin from Alaska's Aleutian Islands explored these questions and highlighted the value of North-to-North learning.

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Stories from the Past, Visions for the Future: “Tre stammers møte” in Dyrøy

BIRGEJUPMI at Riddu Riđđu 2026 discussing “Indigenous Salmon Peoples without a Livelihood?”

BIRGEJUPMI research shared at Riddu Riđđu Festival

From Workshop to Community: The Sharing Exhibition Event in Unjárga/Nesseby

Celebrating Asta Mitkijá Balto: Honoured with Várdduo, Umeå University- Scientific Prize 2025!

Living with abundance, living with extraction