Broader Arctic Voices in California

Broader Arctic Voices in California is a welcoming community dedicated to celebrating, exploring, and supporting the diverse languages, cultures, and traditions of the Arctic and broader Arctic region, with a special focus on Kalaallisut (Greenlandic), Inuktun, and Inuktitut languages for both experienced and learning speakers. The focus may start with these, but is not limited to as we welcome all cultural groups globally from within the Arctic and Broader Arctic circle- for example Sámi, Iñupiaq, Yupik.

Our mission is to bring together individuals who have moved to California from these regions and are seeking community and support away from home. We also welcome those who share an appreciation for Arctic heritage, Indigenous languages, music, history, and cultural traditions while fostering meaningful friendships and a sense of community.

Through informal social gatherings, music sharing, cultural discussions, language exchanges, and public educational events, we hope to encourage greater awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the Arctic’s living cultures and rightful sovereignty. As our community grows, we aspire to establish dedicated language-learning and peer-support groups where beginners, experienced learners, and fluent speakers can connect, practice, and encourage one another.

We welcome people of all backgrounds and experience levels, including members of Arctic and Indigenous communities, heritage speakers, language enthusiasts, and anyone with a sincere interest in learning. Above all, our goal is to create an inclusive, respectful environment that celebrates cultural diversity, supports language revitalization, and builds lasting connections across communities.