Deadline: 15-Feb-22
Applications are now open for the Nordic Arctic Co-operation Programme to support individuals, organizations and actors in developing projects for the benefit of sustainable development in the Arctic.
As a general rule, three Nordic countries must be involved in a cooperation project (Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, the Faroe Islands and Åland). Of these, at least one partner must be from an Arctic country / area. It can be supplemented with one or more Arctic partners (Arctic states in the Arctic Council) outside the Nordic region.
The aim is to promote Nordic co-operation in the Arctic and contribute to increased knowledge about the Arctic environment, economy and social conditions.
The main objective of the programme is to continue to focus on sustainable development. Conscious, systematic and continuous co-operation is required to ensure that development in the Arctic is based on peace, stability, protection, growth and prosperity. The Arctic is a region where both development and conservation must go hand in hand. The Nordic Council of Ministers has observer status on the Arctic Council, and the Arctic Co-operation Programme contributes directly to its projects and initiatives.
The co-operation program facilitates partnerships that contribute to concrete solutions to challenges and needs in the Arctic. It forms the basis for continuing to operate and establish networks and meeting places that can contribute to strengthening mobility, integration and exchange of experience in relevant areas.
Funding Information
Up to DKK 500,000 per year can be applied for over a period of a maximum of 3 years.
Criteria
- Partnerships and co-operation: As a general rule, three Nordic countries must be involved in a co-operation project. The leading partner must be from one of the Nordic countries. A partnership between three Nordic countries can be supplemented with one or more non-Nordic countries—for example, one or more of the other Arctic states (USA, Canada and Russia). It is considered vital that all partners are active participants and contribute to the outcomes of the project.
- Nordic synergies and added value: Co-operation projects that receive funding are obligated to generate added value. In other words, this added value must provide “Nordic synergy”. There are several ways to achieve “Nordic synergy”.
- Among the various project teams and consortiums are different leading institutions in Arctic affairs, newly established Arctic youth organisations, NGOs, artists, universities, associations of indigenous people and entrepreneurs from the Nordic region and beyond.
For more information, visit https://napa.gl/en/arctic-cooperation-programme/