The High North Center at Nord University invites nominations for two prestigious awards. The deadline is in February.   Who deserves to be recognized for their work in developing the High North? The search is now on for candidates for both the High North Hero Award and the High North Young Entrepreneur Award. These awards …

The first confirmed speakers have been announced. The High North Center at Nord University has announced the first confirmed speakers for the High North Dialogue 2025, including Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre. The conference will be held March 26-27 at Radisson Blu in Bodø, with an informal pubinar welcoming early arrivals on March 25. …

Call for Applications: HND25 Side Events We are excited to announce that applications are now open for Side Events at the High North Dialogue 2025! Side Events are a key component of the High North Dialogue conference, offering a platform to present and discuss important topics related to society and business in the High North. …

The High North Young Entrepreneur contest is an international pitch competition of Arctic-related business ideas of young entrepreneurs and start-ups. The contest’s goal is to promote the potential and opportunities in the High North for young people and inspire them to develop their business ideas. The prize is a stipend of 50 000 NOK. Innovation Norway Nordland and High North Dialogue have just signed an agreement that guarantees continued funding of the award.

The High North Hero Award is an annual award established by the High North Center for Business and Governance to honor a person, organization or company who has contributed to highlighting or developing the High North. The award is handed out during the High North Dialogue Conference in Bodø. We are currently looking for nominees.