IOI Ocean Academy: REGISTRATIONS OPEN: Egypt, Togo, Portugal; Thirteen Modules SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED in 13 languages

More Languages, More Opportunities: Register for Upcoming Ocean Literacy Modules.

 

Visit the IOI Ocean Academy webpage regularly to check for upcoming modules available in your preferred language. 

 

The IOI Ocean Academy Directors successfully delivered 13 Ocean Literacy modules to a global audience, reaching more than 500 participants in 13 different languages. This achievement reflects the commitment to making ocean knowledge accessible and inclusive for diverse communities worldwide.

 

Five of the modules were delivered by recently established nodes, an important step in expanding the Academy’s international network and strengthening engagement in regions that had not previously been involved. Through these modules, participants gained valuable insights into ocean science, sustainability, and stewardship, contributing to the growing global movement for ocean literacy. Read more here.

• UKRAINE: Sustainable Coastal Tourism Development and Ocean Governance, 15 - 27 June in Ukrainian
• THE GAMBIA: Sustaining Our Seas: Impact of Overfishing and Fishmeal Industries on Gambian Fishing Communities, 8 - 19 June in Wolof & English
• COSTA RICA: The Seas' Rise and Fall: The Formation and Behavior of Tides, 2 - 26 June in Spanish
• LIBERIA: Introduction to Coastal and Marine Ecosystem Protection for a Sustainable Blue Economy in Liberia, 15 February - 31 May in Koloqua and English
• INDIA (Odia): Ocean Literacy for Biodiversity Conservation and Protection in Indian East Coast, 2 - 31 May in Odia
• GEORGIA: Ocean Literacy and the Blue Economy, 15 - 30 May in Georgian
• THAILAND: Blue Biodiversity Guardian, 18 - 29 May In Thai
• MALDIVES: Coastal Ecosystems of the Maldives: a crucial link between people and nature, 12 - 25 May in Dhivehi
• UPPER ADRIATIC: Our Lagoons: Where Land Meets Sea, 20 April - 22 May in Italian
• KENYA: Science and Innovation for Sustainable Marine and Coastal Development in Kenya, 11 - 22 May in Swahili
• MEXICO: Guardians of the Ocean: Ocean Literacy and Community-Based Solutions for Coastal Sustainability in Mexico, 21 April - 21 May in Spanish
• SOUTH AFRICA (Xhosa): Ocean Literacy, 24 April - 13 May in Xhosa
• BANGLADESH: Introduction to Coastal and Marine Ecosystem Protection for a Sustainable Blue Economy in Bangladesh, 10 April - 9 May in Bangla & English

The following selected comments provide insights into participants’ experiences of the modules delivered: 

 

“เป็นหลักสูตรที่ดีมาก มีความหลากหลายของเนื้อหา ทำให้สามารถเข้าใจและตระหนักถึงความสำคัญ ของทะเลในแง่มุมต่างๆได้กว้างขวางยิ่งขึ้น ผู้ดำเนินรายการดีมาก ผู้บรรยายทุกท่านมีความ เชี่ยวชาญและ ประสบการณ์ตรงในหัวข้อบรรยายและถ่ายทอดเรื่องราวได้อย่างน่าประทับใจ”

“It is a very good course with a variety of content, allowing one to understand and become more aware of the importance of the sea from various perspectives. The host is excellent, and all the lecturers are highly knowledgeable and have direct experience in their lecture topics, delivering the stories impressively.”

สายสิริ ไชยชนะ, ไทย (Saisiri Chaichana, Thailand)

IOI Ocean Academy Thailand

 

 “Este curso me lo recomendó una colega que realmente no conozco, sin embargo estaré eternamente agradecido con ella. Un curso extremedamente importante, especialmente en un país como Colombia donde todos están orgullosos de tener dos océanos pero poco o nada se sabe de ellos; los temas tratados fueron sumamente interesantes y es evidente que el profesor tiene mucha experiencia y conocimiento para compartir. Disfruté profundamente cada clase y volvería a hacerlo muchas veces más”

“This course was recommended to me by a colleague I don’t really know, but I’ll be forever grateful to her. An extremely important course, especially in a country like Colombia where everyone is proud to have two oceans but knows little to nothing about them; the topics covered were extremely interesting and it’s clear that the professor has a lot of experience and knowledge to share. I truly enjoyed every class and would take it again many, many times.”

Matías Orozco Trujillo, Colombia

IOI Ocean Academy Colombia

 

“My experience during the IOI Ocean Academy programme was very informative and engaging. I learned a lot about ocean conservation, environmental challenges, and practical ways communities can protect marine ecosystems. The sessions were interactive and helped me understand the importance of teamwork and individual responsibility in protecting the environment. Overall, the programme was inspiring and increased my awareness and commitment to environmental conservation.”

Abdillah Akida Kombo Tanzania, Zanzibar

IOI Ocean Academy, Kenya

 

“Knowledgeable/useful information are gained.”

Fathimath Ashfa Maldives

IOI Ocean Academy Maldives

 

“Me gustó mucho el curso, personalmente considero que abarcó áreas que yo normalmente no contemplo en mi trabajo de día a día, por lo que el crear un proyecto de intervención fue totalmente nuevo para mi, sin duda me quedo con ganas de aprender más e involucrarme más en el trabajo con la comunidad.”

“I really liked the course, personally I think it covered areas that I normally don't consider in my day-to-day work, so creating an intervention project was totally new for me. Without a doubt, I’m left wanting to learn more and get more

involved in working with the community.”

Ania Ochoa Serena, México

IOI Ocean Academy Mexico

 

“An eye opener on ocean economy, investments opportunities, raw materials found in the ocean, ocean regulatory systems,

effects of global warming, keeping ocean clean, etc”

Mbongeni Maqubela, South Africa

IOI Ocean Academy South Africa (Xhosa)

 

“It was a very positive experience and I learnt a lot of things I didn’t know about sustainable coastal ecosystem projects”

Delrin Chavarria, Moldova

IOI Ocean Academy Ukraine