Coral reefs are more than just diving destinations—they are unique treasures of nature that must be preserved. The free (German-language) ReefExplorer online lecture series by aquatil offers exciting insights into these ecosystems. Each month, scientists present talks on topics such as orcas, sea turtles, or whales. The next lectures are planned as follows:
The Veivueti Kids Ocean Conference is a student-led event in Fiji that brings together students aged 8 -16 years to celebrate, learn about, and advocate for the ocean. In the lead-up to the conference, students work on projects connected to the UN Ocean Decade Challenges, which they present during the event. Through interactive workshops, guest […]
This free, online volunteer training delivered by Seal Research Trust (SRT) to build capacity in seal monitoring, individual seal photo-identification, citizen science data processing, and responsible marine wildlife observation. The programme develops skilled local and remote citizen scientists supporting long-term monitoring of grey and harbour seals, strengthening evidence for conservation, research, planning, and policy. Participants […]
Navigating with Nature: How Smarter Ship Routing Delivers Emissions Cuts and Biodiversity Gains” is a route optimisation case study by Whale Seeker and True North Marine in collaboration with the Institute of Marine Engineering, Science and Technology (IMarEST) Marine Mammal Special Interest Group (MMSIG). The study demonstrates how integrating ecological intelligence into commercial ship routing […]
Ever wonder which are the Marine Environmental Threats that jeopardize the future of our oceans? This Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on Marine Environmental Threats (MET) focuses on the main issues threatening the health of the marine ecosystems and addresses them from a transdisciplinary perspective. It is an international course, coordinated by the University of […]
In The Same Boat is an environmental nonprofit dedicated to protecting the Arctic and Northern Europe from marine litter, working toward a future free from plastic pollution where oceans and wildlife can thrive. In 2026, our crews will spend nine months living and sailing across the North Sea and Arctic, removing marine debris from remote […]
Hold Fast X strengthens resilience, life quality, and direction among children and young people through ocean culture. Research shows that purpose, mastery, and belonging are key drivers of wellbeing and long-term motivation. Hold Fast X translates ocean culture, from expedition experience to the historic “Hold Fast” mantra, into structured tools that help young people build […]
Waves of Action, the youth initiative of the Okeanos Foundation for the Sea hosts so-called OceanCamps for young adults aged 16-21. We host OceanCamps in France, on a traditional Polynesian catamaran in the Pelagos Marine Protected Area, as well as in Sweden on a multi-day kayak-trip and a base on the west coast situated within […]
EMB’s artist-in-residence programme ‘EMBracing the Ocean’ provides grants for creative individuals to inspire wide reaching societal change for ocean sustainability by expanding societies’ understanding of the ocean’s value, as well as the urgency of ensuring its health and resilience now and into the future. For the 2026 – 2027 programme, EMB will provide grants of […]
The Mangrove Photography Awards advances Ocean literacy by connecting people around the world with one of the most vital yet overlooked coastal ecosystems. Preparing for its 12th year, the Awards provide an international platform that highlights the beauty, biodiversity, and fragility of mangrove forests through visual storytelling, inspiring global audiences to appreciate their ecological importance […]
The Changing Ocean Immersive Experience offers a “walk on the seabed”—a large-scale, multi-sensory journey that translates cutting-edge marine research into feeling and understanding. Visitors explore habitats few ever see, hear marine life, and sense human impact with 360° visuals and spatial sound. Knowledge becomes understanding—awakening empathy and encouraging action.
Welcome to One Ocean Week, April 18-24 2026 in Bergen, Norway. One Ocean Week is an annual event created to raise awareness and share knowledge about the ocean's role in sustainable development from a global perspective. The event takes place in Bergen, Norway and brings together stakeholders from research, education, business, public administration, and civil […]
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