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Polar Paths is a blog by and for emerging voices in Polar Law, sharing personal journeys, critical reflections, and insights from the circumpolar world. It aims to connect students, graduates, and researchers across disciplines—laying the groundwork for a global hub of expertise on the planet’s most fragile frontiers.

from the Circumpolar World

A Blog by Emerging Voices in Polar Issues

Field Notes

Firsthand accounts from Arctic and Antarctic research, internships, or community engagement — written by students and early-career experts.

Essays, think pieces, and case commentary on pressing Polar Law topics (climate justice, Indigenous rights, sovereignty, and governance) and beyond.

Reads & Resources

Recent updates, book reviews, policy documents, must-read articles, and other helpful links for everything related to Polar Law and Arctic and Antarctic studies.

Living Polar

Everything from travel tips, cultural insights, student life hacks, and recent stories from those navigating the polar regions off the academic page.

Meet the Voices of

POLAR PATHS

Behind every law, policy, or Arctic headline is a personal journey, and this is where we share ours.
From student researchers navigating their first few weeks in Akureyri, Iceland, to recent graduates reflecting on climate justice, youth engagement, and the future. Polar Paths brings together voices from the frontlines of polar legal life.

We’re here to share stories that go beyond the textbook: stories of challenge, insight, culture, and connection. Whether you’re studying Polar Law, working in the field, or are just curious about life at the edge of the map, you’re in the right place.

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