Engagement
The Strategic Engagement Division (SED) convenes Arctic security practitioners and leaser to address some of the most pressing geostrategic and geophysical challenges in the region. SED embodies the collaborative ethos of the Center, facilitating opportunities for strategic dialogue among Allies and partner to reinforce the rules-based order and build a network of like-minded Arctic security practitioners.
Organizing, coordinating, and conducting specific seminars will be planned and proposed in the Annual TSC Program. Included in this overall list of seminars is the following:
The Strategic Engagement Division serves as the connective tissue of the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies, strengthening relationships that enhance security, cooperation, and resilience across the circumpolar region. As the Arctic becomes increasingly central to homeland defense and global competition, effective engagement is essential for aligning efforts across the Department of War, U.S. interagency partners, allied nations, and Arctic communities. By enabling collaboration across domains, sectors, and borders, the Division contributes directly to deterrence, strengthens preparedness for crisis response, and reinforces the collective capability.
The TSC builds military cooperation, sharpens warfighter Arctic expertise, and helps policymakers address evolving challenges through professional networks and high impact programs:
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The Anchorage Security and Defense Dialogue (ASDD), the TSC’s flagship international forum held each November
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Regional Security Dialogues, lines of effort that include engagements throughout the year in lead up to ASDD:
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High North Security Dialogue
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Arctic-Pacific Security Dialogue
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North American Arctic Security Dialogue
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Trans-Atlantic Arctic Security Dialogue
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Local programs including lectures, workshops, and roundtables in and around Alaska
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Digital programs like the Arctic Security Update biweekly newsletter, Arctic Connections Podcast, and other digital engagements
