Malaysia, strategically located in Southeast Asia, is home to rich marine ecosystems but faces challenges in raising societal awareness about marine conservation.
Since 2022, membership in the UN Ocean Decade–endorsed ECOP (Early Career Ocean Professionals) Programme has notably increased, positioning Malaysia as the fifth-largest ECOP community in Asia. To enhance our understanding of local challenges and needs, connect stakeholders, and foster new leadership, a national ECOP survey was conducted in Malaysia from December 2023 to February 2024. The online survey targeted a diverse audience, including existing ECOP members, academics, private sector professionals, NGOs, and social media users.
This report presents the results of this survey.