Why Glaciers Matter
Glaciers are vanishing.
With them, water, cultures, and entire ecosystems are at risk.
We unite science, art, Indigenous voices, and community action to protect glaciers and inspire a world that cares.
What we do
Expeditions & Encounters
Bringing people face-to-face with glaciers and the high-mountain ecosystems that sustain life.
Storytelling & Art
Transforming science and lived experiences into films, photography, poetry, and media that move hearts.
Global Coalition
Linking 40+ glacier countries to share knowledge, strengthen policy, and scale solutions.
Community Action
Supporting local restoration of glacier-fed ecosystems like páramos, wetlands, and grasslands.
Where we Work
Glacier Nation is active in over 30 countries, with teams in, and is building presence across 43 countries with glaciers.
- Colombia
- Ecuador
- Peru
- Mexico
- Venezuela
- Chile
- Bolivia
- Kenya
- Tanzania
- United States
- Canada
- France
- Switzerland
- Tajikistan
- Norway
- Nepal
- New Zealand
- India
- Bhutan
- Iran
- Pakistan
- Mongolia
- Sweden
- Spain
- Italy
- Germany
- Bolivia
- Kyrgyzstan
- Iceland
- Argentine
- Uganda
2025 Priorities
How You Can Help
WINNERS OF GLACIER NATION GLOBAL CHALLENGE 2026
Meet Our 18 Winners.
After reviewing hundreds of inspiring applications from across the globe, we are proud to announce the 18 selected leaders for the Glacier Nation Global Challenge.
These changemakers, scientists, storytellers, and community advocates are taking a decisive stand for the future of our cryosphere.
From October 15 to 30, 2026, they will embark on a 15-day immersive expedition across the high-mountain ecosystems of the Colombian Andes to co-create solutions, learn from local communities, and amplify the urgent call to protect our glaciers.
MEET THE 18 WINNERS
