The Ocean Conference Series is a annual series of four events focusing on the seven outcomes of the Decade. Three online conferences and one in-person event provide a platform for […]
Pro Ocean helps to protect the ocean and to tackle marine pollution in a holistic way in the Philippines by creating fair jobs, launching education projects for pupils, and supporting […]
One of the greatest challenges in sustainable ocean utilization is the lack of solid education about the importance of the oceans to human beings. Band of Steel, a middle school […]
The German Ocean Foundation supports and promotes the YOUMARES youth conference of the German Society for Marine Research (DGM), which has been organized by its research and teaching working group […]
The Ocean Advocate is focused on ocean literacy and education with a view to positively changing human behaviour so as to mitigate the harm being done to the ocean. Changing […]
"Only One - One Planet, One Ocean, One Healthā is an international campaign by Marevivo, in partnership with the Italian Navy and the Dohrn Foundation, and backed by the European […]
This scientific initiation project aims to understand how the Brazilian coastline is represented in geography textbooks in elementary and high school. It will also encourage students to learn about the […]
The Youth4Ocean Forum is a diverse network of young ocean changemakers from all over Europe, coming together to make the ocean a concern of all European citizens through ocean literacy […]
The annual International OCEAN FILM TOUR is the most spectacular ocean film tour in Europe, offering an evening of films showcasing conservation efforts, marine life and water sports adventures.Ā In […]
āLetters to the Seaā is a global initiative, cultivated by the Ocean Decade Project Somos OceanoS, that collects and showcases heartfelt letters from young ocean enthusiasts aged 3 to 22 […]
FIRSTĀ® LEGOĀ® League is an initiative that introduces children and youth aged 4 to 16* to the world of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) through fun, hands-on learning. By […]
Join us in celebrating Marine Protected Area (MPA) day on 1 August! Started in 2021 in South Africa, the day celebrates the importance and beauty of MPAs, and the people […]
The Ocean Heroes project shows how effective communication can help publicize and develop strong support for ocean projects, spreading the word about their work on various media platforms. The campaign […]
The Oceano 360Ā° Lecture is an experience that combines education and technology to connect people to the importance of the ocean. Through 360Ā° images and videos, this immersive experience transports […]
The Love Planet Earth 2025 Calendar: From Space to the boundaries of the āBlue Marbleā Love Planet Earth 2025 is the seventeenth edition of the Telespazio and e-GEOS calendar focused […]
Embark on a journey from the ocean's sunlit surface to its deepest, darkest depths, exploring five unique zones, each brimming with its own wonders. As you descend, watch the light […]
The podcast "Wellenbrecher" (English "Breakwater") gives a voice to people who are active in the UN Ocean Decade within German-speaking countries. Our guests range from economists to maritime engineers who […]
Sounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this […]
Cultura OceĆ”nica en 360Ā° is a science-based outreach initiative that uses immersive technologiesālike VR and 360Ā° filmsāto reconnect society with the ocean through marine science and cultural heritage. Based at […]
The Universal Postal Union (UPU) is excited to announce the 54th edition of the International Letter-Writing Competition for Young People, taking place in 2025. This year, the UPU is partnering […]
The traveling exhibition āMeeresmenschenā (Sea People) highlights protagonists who deal with the seas on the Schleswig-Holstein North Sea and Baltic Sea coasts in a forward-looking way. They explore the coasts […]
Coral reefs are more than just diving destinationsāthey are unique treasures of nature that must be preserved. The free (German-language) ReefExplorer online lecture series by aquatil offers exciting insights into […]
Melting Art, Creativity and Marine Sciences to Foster Ocean Literacy in the Mediterranean Area ā Art4SeaĀ is an interdisciplinary project focusing on ocean health, supported by the EACEA through the Creative […]
The SEALEVEL exhibition in Kiel, operated by Kiel-Marketing e.V., is an experience space that explores the beauty and complexity of the ocean, from the surface to the deep sea. It […]
In CĆ³rdoba, Argentina, a team of researchers from the Faculty of Administrative Sciences of the CĆ³rdoba Regional Center, UNDEF (National Defense University), aim to raise awareness about sustainable fishing and […]
CO>SEA is the Collaboratorium for Socio-Environmental Analysis of the Ocean, a joint initiative of Sapienza University of Rome and Raw-News visual production, aimed at the operationalisation of the interdisciplinary, intersectoral […]
The West Coast Ocean Science Action Agenda is a collaborative effort led by the California Ocean Science Trust and Oregon Ocean Science Trust to identify and advance shared priorities for […]
In February 2025, Shafraz Naeem will begin Phase 1 of the āACROSS MALDIVESā dive event, an extraordinary journey across the Maldivian archipelago organised by the NGO Ocean Six Fifty. This […]
Navigate with Care: Protect Our Oceans is a global outreach campaign designed to encourage boaters to navigate safely while avoiding damage to coral reefs and other sensitive marine ecosystems. Through […]
āSail for Scienceā is a pioneering initiative that bridges the gap between oceanographers and the global sailing community, enabling citizen scientists to contribute valuable oceanographic CTD data. Using advanced yet […]
The Mini 30x30 Challenge is a global movement that empowers students to advocate for ocean protection, encouraging a stronger commitment of UN Member States to protect 30% of the ocean […]
Since 2022, the VIVA Environmental Education Program has been active in public schools throughout Ilhabela. This year, the program is focusing on the ecological role of whales in mitigating climate […]
TheĀ Sea What DevelopsĀ project is an exploration into sustainable analogue photography, using locally sourced seaweed from Shetland to create natural film developers. Rooted in environmental responsibility and traditional darkroom practices, this […]
This project aims to assess the extent, distribution, and carbon storage potential of Shetlandās sublittoral blue carbon habitats, including seagrass, macroalgae, biogenic reefs, and benthic sediments, providing an initial baseline. […]
The OceanLove Innovation Award, presented by the global non-profit initiative OceanLove returns for its second year. The Award aims to encourage all creative minds worldwide, to submit their ideas for […]
The CURRENT is a contemporary eco-centric art exhibition where creativity meets the community. This project seeks to bridge this gap by bringing climate-focused exhibitions to the very people at the […]
Ocean Identity research aims to delve into the intricate connections between humanity and the vast expanse of the ocean. As such, this project endeavors to foster a transformative bond between […]
WorldFishās videocast series, The Deep Dive is, features leading scientists and experts tackling the big questions in aquatic food systems. Four episodes released across 2025 will bring together voices from […]
The Mangrove Photography Awards harness the power of visual storytelling to highlight one of the planetās most vital yet threatened ecosystems. Now in its 11th year, the competition invites photographers […]
The MeerManege raises awareness for the oceans through circus arts with their sailing circus projects. Groups of youth or adults learn during their stay with us on the traditional sailing […]
FLINTS Coastal Permaculture is a nature-based education project connecting families, children, and adults with the sea through creative learning, marine ethnobiology, and seasonal celebration. Based in Margate, Kent, UK, FLINTS […]
HoldFastX is a global campaign teaching young people that āholding fastā is a learnable and shareable skill. Essential for life quality, mental health, and fulfilling ocean dreams. Launching in Oslo […]
We invite you to apply to the second annual Under the SeaĀ Virtual Art Exhibition! Moku Art Studio is excited to present a collection of artworks that celebrate the majesty of […]
š The second edition of the self-paced Spanish course "All for One Cause: The Ocean We Want" is here! The Colombian Ocean Commission, the JosĆ© Benito Vives de AndrĆ©is Institute […]
Open Call 2 of the ADT4Blue project - co-funded by Interreg Atlantic Area - seeks to support the development of innovative solutions, based on Advanced Digital Technologies (such as Blockchain, […]
Kelp forests are critically important coastal ecosystems in temperate regions, that provide important ecosystem services by cycling nutrients and carbon, supporting biodiversity and fisheries production. Yet, kelp forests are diminishing […]
TheĀ 1st Ocean Decade Marine Eco-restoration Award identifies and promotes technologies, models and solutions for marine ecosystem restoration. Participants must submit field-tested or high-potential projects, with winners gaining support for real-world […]
This art installation by artisans from the CaiƧara community of Matinhos, Brazil, uses glass waste, is presented by the FundiĆ§Ć£o GuarĆ” collective, which promotes socio-environmental culture by transforming glass waste […]
The Olhares da Vida para o Oceano (Views of Life for the Ocean) Photography Contest is an initiative of the PRODIV Extension Project, the Faculty of Oceanography, and the Dean […]
Abyss Project ā Five Islands Eco TourĀ is a citizen-science initiative promoting ocean literacy and conservation through an immersive marine experience around the Five Islands Nature Reserve off the coast of […]
The Young Leaders in Ocean Governance (YLOG) program is a UN-endorsed summer training initiative designed to equip young Bermudians with the knowledge and leadership skills to engage in ocean finance, […]
The German Ocean Foundation invites school students from the 9th grade to enter the annual "Research at Sea" ocean competition with proposals for innovative marine research ideas aligned with the […]
The Mermaids, a story of Haenyeo, femaleĀ freedivers of Jeju Island, South Korea. The Mermaids is an original and informative documentary that shares an insightful perspective into the treasured culture of […]
Join us at the World Fisheries Day Conference from 19 to 21 November 2025! š The Federal University of Technology, Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria We are thrilled to announce the […]
TheĀ 12thĀ Colombian Antarctic Expedition is coming! Join the team of researchers as they set sail to the heart of the planet to carry out diverse scientific projects focused on understanding the […]
The āBreaking the Surface: Women in Marine Researchā exhibition shines a light on eleven exceptional female ocean scientists from northern Germanyāfigures like Johanna Baehr, Antje Boetius, and Katja Matthesāwho are […]
The Pedagogical Fishing Port project is an endorsed Ocean Decade Activity designed to promote ocean literacy among fishing communities in the Azores. LOTAĆOR, responsible for the first sale of fish […]
In partnership with the Universidade TĆ©cnica do AtlĆ¢ntico (UTA) in Mindelo,Ā the PADI Foundation and the Schlumberger Foundation, Ocean4Kids Cabo Verde stimulates 60 children (6-12 years old, at least 50% of […]
Webinar: Ocean Decade Data Sharing Dialogue Oct 7 | š 16:00h (CET) How can sharing ocean data accelerate science and sustainability? Join theĀ SEG Sustainability CommitteeĀ andĀ Peter BurgerĀ (Fugro, seconded to UNESCO-IOC) to […]
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