Overview

Founded in 1977, Inuit Circumpolar Council (ICC) is an international Indigenous Peoples’ Organization representing Inuit from Alaska, Canada, Kalaallit Nunaat, and Chukotka. We are dedicated to strengthening Inuit unity, advancing Inuit rights and interests internationally, and formulating long-term policies to protect the Arctic environment. We also strive for full and effective participation and meaningful engagement for Inuit in the political, economic, and social development of the Arctic.

We are a co-founder and a Permanent Participant of the Arctic Council and holds a range of international roles, including Consultative Status II at the United Nations Economic and Social Council, Observer status at the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, and holds Permanent Consultative Status at the International Maritime Organization alongside other advisory and consultative roles across numerous international fora.

Central to ICC’s work is the General Assembly, convened every four years in a different community in Inuit Nunaat. During the Assembly, delegates from across the circumpolar region elect a new Chair, honor and celebrate Inuitculture, formulate policies, and adopt a declaration that shapes ICC’s activities for the next term.

The chair’s office is currently based in Canada under Aluki Koterk’s leadership until 2030. 

Learn more about each office at each of our websites by clicking below: