II Latin Polar Science Workshop
Date: April 16th, 2026 - April 16th, 2026
Location: Portucalense University - Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida Street, 541 4200-072 Porto, Portugal
On April 16, 2026, the Portucalense Legal Institute organises the II Latin Polar Science Workshop−based on the recognition of the central role of the Arctic and Antarctic in the stability of the global climate system, as well as the impact of polar transformations on regions such as Latin America and Southern Europe
The event aims to strengthen the Latin‑European presence in global discussions on polar science, promote interdisciplinary approaches that connect polar science, climate, oceans, sustainability, and governance, and reinforce research networks, including by encouraging the participation of early‑career researchers.
Date: 16 April 2026 – 09:00 AM
Venue: Portucalense University - Dr. António Bernardino de Almeida Street, 541
4200-072 Porto, Portugal
The workshop will take place in a hybrid format, allowing broad international participation both in person and online. Participants may register as attendees (listeners), and a certificate of participation will be issued.
The event will feature as keynote speakers:
• Hanne Brusletto (Ambassador of Norway to Portugal)
• Élise Racicot (Ambassador of Canada to Portugal)
The Honour Committee includes:
• Kamrul Hossain (Research Professor, Northern Institute for Environmental and Minority Law – NIEM, Arctic Centre, University of Lapland)
• Klaus Dodds (Interim Dean, Faculty of Science and Technology, Middlesex University)
• Sherri Goodman (Secretary General, International Military Council on Climate and Security)
The detailed programme and registration and are available on the workshop website:
https://ijp.upt.pt/en/ii-latin-polar-science-workshop/