SDWG

The Netherlands is one of the observer countries that is active in the SDWG. The Dutch representative of SDWG is Sean Desjardins

The SDWG:

• works with Indigenous Peoples and other Arctic inhabitants to propose and adopt innovative steps to advance the pillars of sustainable development in the Arctic;
• will promote the vibrancy of the region ’ s peoples, cultures, and values and strengthen the resilience and well-being of the Arctic ’ s richest resource, its people;
• will contribute towards an Arctic with expanded economic activities capable of producing wealth for the people of the region now and in the future , while supporting their well-being, promoting their cultures, and safeguarding their environment;
• will draw upon scientific data, Indigenous peoples ’ traditional knowledge and local knowledge to build the capacity of Arctic communities as they to respond to local, regional and global challenges and opportunities;
• contributes to global sustainable development efforts [through its regional leadership] such as the UN Agenda 2030 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) which resonate with the past, present and future work of working group.