6th Partner Presentation (ONKN)

We want to introduce the partners involved in the LostToClimate Research Project. The 6th partner to be presented is Oceans North Kalaallit Nunaat.

🌊 Oceans North Kalaallit Nunaat (ONKN) is a Greenlandic environmental NGO and non-profit charitable organisation, founded in 2021, and based in Nuuk, Greenland. ONKN is dedicated to healthy oceans and the sustainable use of marine living resources, working in close partnership with Greenlandic stakeholders, including Indigenous and local communities, researchers, and other organisations. Their mission is to: 1) Promote marine conservation and sustainable coastal development, 2) Support Inuit rights and cultural conservation, 3) Build and disseminate knowledge about the marine environment, and 4) Facilitate educational and informational initiatives rooted in Indigenous perspectives. ONKN is deeply committed to ensuring that Greenlandic voices and values are central in shaping the future of Arctic marine ecosystems.

🔗Role in the LostToClimate Project

As a key partner in the project, ONKN provides connections to appropriate stakeholders, advises on engagement strategies, and provides policy insights into the impacts of climate change on coastal heritage and livelihoods in Greenland. Their involvement ensures that the project remains grounded in Inuit knowledge systems and that environmental justice and cultural resilience are prioritised.

👤The ONKN team in LostToClimate consists of Parnuna Egede Dahl, who is a Greenlandic researcher and environmental advocate. She plays a central role in the LostToClimate project, bringing her interdisciplinary expertise in Indigenous knowledge, community engagement, and Arctic environmental policy. Her background includes: 1) A strong academic foundation in biology, Arctic cultures, and environmental planning, 2) Extensive experience in international advocacy, including work with the Inuit Circumpolar Council, Greenland, 3) A focus on bridging science, policy, and Indigenous knowledge to address climate and environmental impacts on the livelihoods of Arctic coastal communities. Parnuna’s work ensures that the project is not only scientifically rigorous but also ethically grounded and socially inclusive.