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Our mission is to empower and elevate early career scientists in the Polar Sciences, support a vibrant community, provide opportunities and resources, offer skill trainings and work together towards a welcoming polar science environment for all.

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SCAR 8-19 August 2026 | Norway - image of penguin

Join PSECCO at SCAR OSC 2026 in Oslo!

Heading to SCAR OSC 2026? PSECCO is excited to connect with the polar community in Oslo this August! From networking opportunities and discussions about early career engagement in major international initiatives to an interactive workshop on…

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NNA-CO Early Career Community of Practice for Ethical Engagement with Arctic Communities | Apply by July 31, 2026, to be included in the 2026-2027 cohort!

Apply to join the NNA Early Career Community of Practice for Ethical Engagement with Arctic Communities

The Navigating the New Arctic Community Office in standing up a 'NNA Early Career Community of Practice for Ethical Engagement with Arctic Communities', with support from PSECCO. Apply to join the Community of Practice by July 31, 2026 at 11:…

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PSECCO Operations & Funding Update - logo for PSECCO on top of image of polar bear on sea ice | Photo credit: Lianna Nixon

April 2026 PSECCO Operations & Funding Update

PSECCO is entering a period of transition, and this email outlines what to expect in regards to the PSECCO teams capacity and priorities from May to August 2026.

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Brighten someone’s day in the polar community

Help us spread some warmth across the polar science community. We’re launching the PSECCO Boost Board, a space where anonymous compliments and words of appreciation are shared to uplift colleagues, collaborators, mentors, and friends — especially…

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PSECCO Conference Travel Funding  | Apply by March 15, 2026 - text on top of photo of a polar bear; image by Lianna Nixon.

PSECCO Conference Travel Grant applications due March 15, 2026!

The Polar Science Early Career Community Office (PSECCO)* Conference Travel Grant Program is now open for applications. Travel awards to attend and present polar-related work at a conference are open to polar early career scientists and educators.…

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