Arctic mayors’ forum
The Arctic Mayors’ Forum is an important actor on the Arctic governance front. We are a pan-Arctic forum representing the voices of Arctic Peoples through elected leaders at the municipal and community level.
Our Mission
Formally established in 2019, our mission is to ensure the participation of mayors and elected community leaders at Arctic governance tables to ensure the values, goals and interests of Arctic peoples are voiced and considered. Out common goal is for our citizens to have good lives in sustainably developed and resilient communities throughout the Arctic. We achieve our mission by providing an open and collaborative platform for our members, including Indigenous Peoples from around the Arctic.
PRIORITY AREAS
Sustainable development
The pursuit of a sustainably developed Arctic requires policy and innovation that meet the needs of our communities large and small.
Attractiveness and Retention
As access to the Arctic’s natural resources becomes easier, there is a growing need to retain Arctic talent while also attracting newcomers to meet new demands.
Youth
Arctic Youth want greater agency to influence the policies that affect them. We work to engage and connect young people by providing opportunities to shape the policies that impact their lives.
Working with partners
With growing global interest in the Arctic, and the urgent need to combat climate change, there is an increasing need to cooperate with partners on policy issues that most strongly impact the people who call the Arctic home.
During 2024-2026 the Arctic Mayors’ Forum has a special focus on supporting public health and mental wellbeing.
MEMBERS
Member municipalities
The Arctic Mayors’s Forum currently has 18 municipalities as members of the forum. Visit the members page to read more about each municipality and learn about becoming a member.
Recent news coverage, an overview of upcoming events, and the AMF blog.