Responding to the Ocean Decade Challenge 10, this activity aims to understand the link between marine identity and people taking action to transform the human-ocean relationship (marine citizenship). This international researcher-practitioner collaboration aims, via workshops, shared writing tasks, and networking platforms, to co-produce a multinational and cross-cultural understanding of the nature and types of marine […]
OIM is a social and environmental impact film competition using the power of film to highlight one of the most urgent issues of our time, plastic waste pollution. The Ocean in Motion Film Competition is open until the 19th October 2023 (film entry deadline) to all educational entities across Australia and New Zealand including primary, secondary […]
On June 8, 2023, World Oceans Day, the pop-up OCEAN GALLERY celebrated its opening in Stuttgart’s Eberhardstraße. The OCEAN GALLERY temporarily transforms a vacant retail space into a vibrant and inspiring space to inspire people to protect the oceans. Thus, for a short time, a special photo gallery enriches Stuttgart’s city center. The works of […]
SeaPaCS proposes a participatory citizen science project led by social and natural scientists that mobilises volunteers in data collection, elaboration and sharing on the biological consequences of marine plastic pollution (via in-situ samples collection for plastisphere DNA analysis, underwater video documentation of new ecological niches, plankton evaluation), and in drafting a plan for sustainability-oriented practices based […]
Mangrove Action Project has launched their ninth annual Mangrove Photography Awards. The competition invites photographers of all levels around the world to contribute their images to highlight the beauty and fragility of mangrove ecosystems and inspire conservation action to protect them. Mangroves are one of the world’s most important ecosystems, and one of the most […]
The photo competition "Millimages des récifs" aims to refine the view of underwater photographers, amateur or professional, on the ecosystem they photograph. By imposing a theme each year to its contest, the Institut des Récifs Coralliens du Pacifique (IRCP) wishes that the participants have a naturalist look on their subject, more refined to the understanding […]
The Ocean Awareness Contest is an online educational platform that engages youth ages 11-18 worldwide in learning about and exploring the connections between human activities and the health of our ocean through the creative arts, introducing them to critical environmental issues and empowering them to take action. Student work becomes part of Bow Seat’s global […]
SAVE THE DATE! The Ocean Decade will be present at the OCEANS 2023 Gulf Coast Conference. Discover more: https://gulfcoast23.oceansconference.org/
Researchers from the University of Aveiro celebrate the European Researchers' Night outside the University campus, at the small fisherman village of Torreira (Murtosa). This decentralization approach aims to foster the connection between the University and local communities. The main research topic is the Ocean, and the diverse program offers science cafés (with researchers), exhibitions, a research fair for schools, […]
"Niterói on Ocean Decade” is a transmedia experience of environmental awareness about the ocean taking place at Espaco Cultural Correios, Niterói, Brazil. The project seeks to develop a critical and sensitive view of the ocean through art, opening new concepts with the intention of encouraging the public to transform the experiences lived at the […]
10th EuroGOOS International Conference will facilitate dialogue among a broad range of ocean observing and forecasting stakeholders towards a fit-for-purpose ocean information delivery. EuroGOOS is a focal point for European operational oceanography since 1994. The Conference taking place every three years is a milestone event for the wide community of ocean observers, forecasters, technology developers, […]
Since 2017, the OBPS Workshops have been devoted “to guide the development of best practices (BP) and operating practices, to promote their documentation, and to share them widely using the Ocean Best Practices System”. However, many societal and environmental challenges that span across common sectors, disciplines and regions force us to rethink, transform and align […]
"One Ocean, One Mission, One Decade - One Voice" The EurOCEAN 2023 Conference will be held in Vigo, Spain, on 10 and 11 October 2023 and will bring together the scientific community, political leaders and administrations at all levels, as well as the maritime industry and society representatives to discuss the challenges and opportunities in […]
The Ocean Science Jam will bring together musicians, artists, dancers, performers, marine biodiversity scientists and anyone with an interest to respond creatively in real time to visual and audio cues based on a theme related to marine scientists’ work. This Decade Action aims to open new ways to showcase the results of co-creation and co-design […]
The #NotOnOurWatch (#NOOW) campaign aims to create a movement and raise awareness about the need for urgent action to reverse the decline of the African penguin population in the wild. On this special day, #NOOW campaign has partnered with zoos, aquariums, activists and conservationists to arrange the Worldwide Waddle, with events taking place in cities […]
The AfriMAQUA International Conference seeks to work towards a more sustainable aquatic food system and interdisciplinary research on marine aquaculture in Africa. Aquatic foods are a vital source of essential nutrients and contribute to food and nutrition security in many countries. By 2030, per capita fish consumption is expected to increase worldwide with the exception […]
At Newton College in Lima, Peru, students are diligently committed to raise awareness about the responsibility we all share to care for our Blue Planet and secure the future we want. This endorsed Decade Action “Sirena: Lo mejor de dos mundos” utilizes theatre arts to emphasize the need to coexist in harmony with other species […]
This will be the first of several workshops showcasing Canadian and French ocean research opportunities within the exploratory framework of the France-Canada Joint Science and Technology Committee, launched in April 2023. The workshop will include: An overview of Canada’s new Transforming Climate Action research program. A presentation on synergies between French and Canadian institutions engaged […]
Are you a post-secondary student in Canada looking to make a positive impact on the environment? Join the Ocean of Data Challenge: Coast to Coast to Coast for a chance to win over $2000 in prizes as you explore ocean data to answer the ultimate question: How can ocean data help us understand Canada’s ocean […]
Join the first public webinar of the Ocean Decade Vision 2030 process! A milestone initiative of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development 2021-2030 (‘Ocean Decade’), this process led by ten Expert Working Groups aims to refine strategic ambitions for each of the Ocean Decade Challenges in the form of White Papers […]
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