12/10/2025
14:00 - 15:30
CR A-C: Forum - Session Room 5
, Hybrid (onsite with livestreaming)
Session with interpretation
Why attend
To contribute to a dialogue shaping a new Ocean Breakthrough focused on integrating and elevating the knowledge, leadership, and priorities of Ocean Peoples. This session will spotlight rights, finance, governance, and capacity-building as essential pillars for inclusive, effective global ocean conservation.
Session Description
This session focuses on implementing effective, equitable, and climate-resilient coastal and marine conservation in the WIO as highlighted through the Great Blue Wall initiative and the Regenerative Seascapes project. It emphasizes Nature-based Solutions and the Regenerative Blue Economy within area-based conservation measures, highlighting the importance of gender equality and social inclusion. Through panels and interactive discussions with the audience, it aims to identify solutions for more effective WIO-protected areas, promote community engagement, and underscore the importance of scientific research, local livelihoods, and gender-responsive strategies.Organized by
North America Regional Office
Partners
Eastern and Southern Africa Region