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DALAM, the University of the Arctic Thematic Network on the Decolonization of Arctic Library and Archives Metadata focuses on library subject headings and classification systems, archival descriptions, and other metadata that are incorrect, culturally inappropriate, derogatory or otherwise unacceptable within polar libraries and archives. Established in 2023, DALAM is bringing together resources related to the decolonization of metadata, creating spaces for people to come together to discuss these issues and providing education and training on these topics to the library and archival community as well as to the general public. Peter Lund of SPRI and others write about recent work, in a success story "DALAM Network Educates about Decolonization of Metadata".

Gareth Rees, professor of polar geoinformatics at the Scott Polar Research Institute, has been shortlisted for the 2025 medal of the International Arctic Science Committee (IASC), for his outstanding achievements in educating a generation of researchers, dedication to outreach activities and exploration of different ways to work with the Arctic and its people. IASC Medals are awarded in recognition of exceptional and sustained contributions to the understanding of the Arctic. The winner is expected to be announced at the end of February.

Vivian Motzfeldt, Greenlandic Minister for Statehood and Foreign Affairs, visited the Scott Polar Research Institute on 14 January. The Minister was accompanied by a delegation from the Government of Greenland and a representative from the British Embassy in Copenhagen. The group were welcomed by Professor Richard Powell, Director of SPRI, and colleagues. The delegation enjoyed tours and discussions about ongoing SPRI research, teaching and collections strategies involving Greenland. It was a very successful visit and all agreed that it would lead to future collaborations.