Celebrate 40 years of the UNEP-Nairobi Convention! 🌊 Young people in the Western Indian Ocean region are invited to enter the #NairobiConvention40 Essay Competition and share ideas for protecting our oceans ahead of #COP12 (6–9 Oct 2026, Dar es Salaam). www.nairobiconvention.org/about/cop-de...

The 31st Session of the International Seabed Authority (ISA) Assembly concluded in Kingston, Jamaica, following two weeks of intensive discussions on the future governance of the deep seabed. Below are some highlights enb.iisd.org/internationa...

As the global community works toward achieving the 30x30 target and advancing implementation of the #BBNJ Agreement, World #MPADay is a reminder that meaningful conservation requires strong governance, scientific evidence, equitable participation, & sustained political commitment.

The call is now open for institutions around the world to become Lead Partners for Special Events during Ocean Decade Week 2027, taking place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from 5–9 April 2027 community.toolspawn.com/posts/cmryhe...

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Congratulations to UK for ratifying the #BBNJ Agreement! From #60toGlobal www.gov.uk/government/n...

World’s ocean to be better protected as UK ratifies landmark treaty

UK ratifies the Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction Agreement.

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@wwf-australia.bsky.social is looking for a High Seas Regional Marine Protected Areas (MPA) Lead to spearhead a vital campaign in the Lord Howe Rise and South Tasman Sea region. www.ethicaljobs.com.au/members/wwfa...

High Seas Regional Marine Protected Areas Lead - Melbourne / Sydney / Brisbane – Job at WWF-Australia

Are you ready to apply your high-level advocacy and collaboration skills to expand ocean conservation efforts at regional and global scale?

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Today, we celebrate seafarers. Their dedication keeps global trade flowing and communities connected. As we thank them for their service, we must also champion their safety, well-being, and fair treatment at sea. #DayOfTheSeafarer #SeafarersMatter #SafetyAtSea

🌊 Last week, #OOC11 wrapped up in Mombasa, Kenya, with the following key takeaways: ✅ 320 new commitments worth US$6.4 billion ✅ 5,000+ participants from around the world ✅ Renewed momentum for ocean conservation, climate resilience & the blue economy ouroceankenya.com/global-leade...

Global Leaders Announce $6.4 Billion for Ocean Action at First African Our Ocean Conference

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MOMBASA, Kenya (June 18, 2026) — Over 100 governments, businesses and civil society organizations announced 320 new commitments valued at $6.4 billion to advance ocean conservati...

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Some Highlights from #OOC11! WWF and partners have just launched a report on Pathways for Marine OECMs in the Western Indian Ocean. www.wwf-swio.org?58196/Pathwa...

We're in Mombasa Kenya for #OOC11!

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We are looking forward to #OOC11! The 11th Our Ocean Conference will be held in Kenya from 16th-18th June, bringing together global leaders, policy makers, youth, and other ocean advocates for critical conversations towards a more resilient and healthier ocean. #OurOceanKenya

What does the ocean mean to you? And how are you contributing to its future? As we observe #WorldOceanDay let us commit to a healthier and more resilient ocean.

#OceanGrants 💶🌊 on the frontline... At #OOC11 we will launch @blueactionfund.org call for proposals to invest €17m into Mangroves, Blue Carbon & #30x30 in Asia. #OceanOptimism @oceansteinmann.bsky.social @oceanweigand.bsky.social @bmz.de www.forbes.com/sites/jamieh...

Why Mangroves Are On The Frontline In The Fight Against Climate Change

A new study claims sea-level rises will initially trigger more carbon accumulation in some mangrove locations, but will reduce carbon storage in the forests over the long term.

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Schmidt Marine Technology Partners (@schmidtmarine.bsky.social) is calling for proposals for innovative technologies. Funding opportunities are available for projects advancing; sustainable fisheries, habitat health, ocean observing & marine technology support systems. schmidtmarine.org/proposals/

@birdlifeglobal.bsky.social has a vacancy for Marine Sites Science Officer to support the implementation and progression of Birdlife's Marine Programme. Application Deadline: 3 July 2026 www.glassdoor.co.uk/job-listing/...

BirdLife International hiring Marine Sites Science Officer Job in Cambridge, East of England, England | Glassdoor

Application deadline: Friday 3 July 2026 – 23:59 BST Location: The preferred location is Cambridge, UK (hybrid wor... See this and similar jobs on Glassdoor

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June 1 is #WorldReefAwarenessDay. #CoralReefs support 25% of life in the ocean, but they are facing a growing set of climate-driven threats: warming oceans, ocean acidification, sea level rise and stronger storms. #WorldReefDay

The @imohq.bsky.social recently adopted a new International Code of Safety for Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS Code) to support the safe integration of AI-enabled and remotely operated commercial ships into global shipping. www.imo.org/en/mediacent...

We are looking forward to #OOC11! The 11th Our Ocean Conference will be held in Kenya from 16th-18th June, bringing together global leaders, policy makers, youth, and other ocean advocates for critical conversations towards a more resilient and healthier ocean. #OurOceanKenya

Today is #WorldTurtleDay. Our ocean serves as a habitat for seven distinct sea turtle species, many of which face growing threats from human activities and environmental change. Their survival depends on the choices we make today to safeguard marine ecosystems

On 22 May, the world marked #WorldBiodiversityDay , a global call to reflect on the vital role biodiversity plays in sustaining healthy ecosystems, strengthening #ClimateResilience and suppoting our wellbeing. What are you doing today to protect biodiversity?

Join @imohq.bsky.social to mark International Day for #WomenInMaritime. Today's theme is "From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality for Maritime Excellence." www.imo.org/en/about/eve...

@whoi.edu's Marine Policy Center is inviting applications from established career professionals for its three-month residential Visiting Scholar Program in ocean science, policy, and decision-making. Applications deadline: June 15 www.whoi.edu/what-we-do/u...

Marine Policy - Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Conducting social scientific research that integrates economics, policy analysis, and law with basic research in ocean sciences. ResearchPeoplePublications

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How is data sharing transforming the Blue Economy? Find out on May 12th! The Decade Coordination Office for Ocean Data Sharing is hosting a webinar focused on blue food systems and economic growth as part of their ongoing "Boosting Data Sharing" series. events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5ae5f0...

Next month, Kenya will host Our Ocean Conference #OOC11, this is the first time #OurOceanConference is being hosted on the continent. Previously, the conference has been hosted in Korea, Greece, Panama, Palau, Norway, Indonesia, Malta, USA & Chile. Why does #OOC matter?👇

I owe my love of oceans and marine life to Sir David Attenborough. 100 years, what a legacy! www.youtube.com/shorts/-sUWM... "Today, the wildlife we still have faces greater threats than ever before. Because this is our home, it can only be our responsibility to restore nd protect our wildlife"

Sir David Attenborough turns 100

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Ocean Policy Collective@oceanpolicycol.bsky.social · 3mo ago

At Ocean Policy Collective, we join the global ocean community today in celebrating Sir David Attenborough who turns 100 today! His work in film has transformed how the world sees the ocean, bringing the beauty, fragility, and importance of marine ecosystems into our homes.

At Ocean Policy Collective, we join the global ocean community today in celebrating Sir David Attenborough who turns 100 today! His work in film has transformed how the world sees the ocean, bringing the beauty, fragility, and importance of marine ecosystems into our homes.

@iddri.bsky.social is is offering a 6-month paid internship in Ocean Governance based in Paris. This role sits at the intersection of science, policy, and international negotiations. www.iddri.org/en/about-idd...

Internship opportunity - Ocean Governance

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The @imohq.bsky.social's Legal Committee recently approved a new set of guidelines to improve transparency and due diligence in ship registration, as well as prevent fraudulent registrations and misuse of flags. www.imo.org/en/mediacent...

The POGO–SCOR Fellowship Programme is now open! Early-career ocean professionals from developing countries can apply for 1–3 month training placements at leading oceanographic institutes to gain hands-on experience in ocean data collection and analysis. pogo-ocean.org/capacity-dev...

POGO-SCOR Fellowship Programme | Partnership for Observation of the Global Ocean

This programme is jointly funded by POGO and the Scientific Committee on Oceanic Research (SCOR) and aims to promote training and capacity building leading towards a global ocean observation scheme. T...

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The @earthjournalism.bsky.social is offering fellowship opportunities that will support selected journalists to attend and report from the #OurOceanConference #OOC11 Ocean scheduled for June 16-18, 2026, in Mombasa, Kenya. Deadline: 7th April 2026 earthjournalism.net/opportunitie...

Our Ocean Conference 2026 Fellowships

Internews' Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is pleased to announce an in-person Fellowship program that will support selected journalists to attend and report from the Our Ocean Conference scheduled for

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Today is Day 1 of #BBNJPrepCom 3. Key discussions will focus on elements such as rules of procedure, institutional arrangements, financing mechanisms, and implementation pathways ahead of COP1 You can follow some of the proceedings below. webtv.un.org/en/asset/k17...

Preparatory Commission: Agreement on Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (Third Session, 19th plenary)

The third session of the Commission is scheduled to be held from 23 March - 2 April 2025 at United Nations Headquarters in New York.

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