Young People, Wellbeing and Sustainable Arctic Communities

Youth are essential for the sustainability of Arctic settlements, and this book presents original research on their wellbeing and senses of place. It highlights the diverse avenues that youth pursue to achieve a good life in the Arctic and the social, economic, political, and legal conditions that support their agency. The book introduces the Arctic as a place for opportunities, the realization of life trajectories, and young peoples images of home, and is intended for an audience interested in anthropology, political science, Arctic urban studies, youth studies, Arctic social sciences, and humanities in general.

Format: Hardback
Length: 250 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2021
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Youth, although not yet prominent decision-makers in politics or business corporations, hold significant importance in determining the sustainability of Arctic settlements. The future of these communities hinges on whether young individuals perceive them as places offering opportunities for a promising future. This groundbreaking multidisciplinary volume presents original research on Arctic youth, shedding light on their perspectives, experiences, and agency in shaping their lives within the Arctic region.

The book comprises two research projects that explore the well-being and sense of place of Arctic youth. These projects adopt a unique approach by emphasizing agency rather than portraying youth as vulnerable or passive recipients of decisions made by others. Through their contributions, the book showcases the diverse pathways pursued by young individuals to achieve a good life in the Arctic. It highlights the social, economic, political, and legal conditions that foster and support their agency in Arctic settlements.

Rather than perceiving the Arctic as a mere resource frontier, a hotspot for climate change, or a place where biodiversity and traditional Indigenous cultures face threats, the book presents a different perspective. It introduces the Arctic as a place brimming with opportunities, where life trajectories unfold, and young people form images of home. This transformative view of the Arctic is rooted in anthropology, and the chapters incorporate insights from sociology, geography, sustainability science, legal studies, and political science.

The book's target audience includes scholars and researchers interested in anthropology, political science, Arctic urban studies, youth studies, Arctic social sciences, and humanities in general. It appeals to those engaged in Arctic sustainability, well-being in the Arctic, Arctic demography, and the overall well-being of youth. By presenting original research and diverse perspectives, this book contributes to our understanding of the Arctic and its youth, fostering a deeper appreciation for their roles in shaping the future of this unique and rapidly changing region.

Weight: 649g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367626297