Ocean Literacy for sustainable Blue Economy

Do not miss the special session with the Sustainable Blue Economy Partnership on June 28th, 2024, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM UTC (2:00 to 3:00  PM CEST):

The Networking Friday on Ocean Literacy for a Sustainable Blue Economy will be an opportunity to discuss and explore the crucial role of investing in ocean literacy initiatives. This debate aims to highlight how these initiatives are vital for unlocking the full potential of the blue economy while ensuring the health and resilience of marine ecosystems. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with experts and learn more about the intersection of education and sustainable ocean practices.

 

 

 

 

 

AGENDA (PM UTC)

  • 12:00 - 12:05 Welcome remarks and introduction by Jack Coulton, UNESCO-IOC
  • 12:05  - 12:15 Ocean Literacy in the SBEP, Thorsten Kiefer, JPI Oceans.
  • 12:15  - 12:25 From barriers to solutions: Seafood Literacy in the Blue Economy, Juanita Zorrilla, SUBMON
  • 12:25 - 12:35 Ocean literacy as a driver to attract talent to the maritime technologies. Lucia Fraga, CETMAR, ORESkills partnership
  • 12:35 - 12:45 Ocean Literacy and Social media, Adriana Lippi, Women's League for the Ocean (Liga Das Mulheres Pelo Oceano)
  • 12:45 - 1:00 Q&A, moderated by Jack Coulton, UNESCO
  • 1:00 Closing remarks

More information, including speaker profile can be found here.

Date: 
28/06/2024