Saami Council

The Saami Council is an organization that represents the interests of the Saami people, an Indigenous group primarily residing in the northern regions of Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Russia. Established in 1956, the council works to promote and protect Saami culture, rights, and identity, advocating for issues such as land rights, language preservation, and environmental protection. It serves as a platform for dialogue among Saami communities and collaborates with other organizations and governments to ensure that Saami voices are heard in decision-making processes that affect their lives and traditional lands.