Save the Date for the Reef Resilience Network’s new online course: Management Effectiveness for Marine Protected Areas from November 10th to December 12th, 2025. This four-week mentored course features five self-paced lessons focusing on key steps in the management cycle, including enabling factors for MPA effectiveness, critical success components, and the application of assessments and
The Reef Resilience Network together with the Coral Restoration Consortium, is hosting a five-week mentored Coral Reef Restoration Online Course from September 29 – October 31, 2025. The mentored course will include live webinars and discussion forums with global restoration experts, along with exclusive podcast episodes and videos highlighting stories from the field. The live
The Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region has consistently set the pace in Marine Protected Area (MPA) management by fostering strong national organizations, academic programs, and NGO collaborations. Notably, the WIOMSA-led WIO-COMPAS professional certification has recognized MPA staff who excel in their roles, establishing clear benchmarks for competence. Building on this foundation, the new MPA Toolkit
The Marine Protected Areas (MPA) mentorship programme is set to launch soon, offering a valuable opportunity for MPA practitioners in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) to enhance their skills, knowledge, and professional networks. This initiative recognizes the critical role mentorship plays in building a well-equipped and motivated workforce capable of addressing the growing challenges in
The Mohéli Marine Park (MMP) in the Comoros islands as a leading example of effective marine resource governance through community involvement. As the first marine protected area, MMP has pioneered a participatory management approach that integrates local fishers, community associations, and traditional leaders in decision-making processes. This governance model has led to the adoption of
Marine protected areas (MPAs) play a vital role in conserving and restoring marine ecosystems. They also provide significant co-benefits, such as improved fisheries management, boosted tourism, and enhanced resilience of coastal communities. However, ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of MPAs remains a challenge. To address this, the Reef Resilience Network, in collaboration with the Blue
Are you ready to enhance your skills in marine conservation and take your understanding of marine protected areas (MPAs) to the next level? The Blue Nature Alliance and Colorado State University’s Center for Protected Area Management are teaming up to offer the Social Aspects of Marine Protected Areas Online Seminar, a cutting-edge platform for global
The Blue Nature Alliance and Colorado State University’s Center for Protected Area Management are excited to announce that applications are now open for the Social Aspects of Marine Protected Areas Online Seminar! The application period runs until September 13th, 2024. This comprehensive 14-week program delves into the essential social, ecological, and cultural dynamics of marine
The Alu School of Wildlife Conservation is thrilled to announce that applications for Cohort 2 of the “Leading the Way: Effective Management for Marine Conservation and Biodiversity in Africa” program are now open! After a successful inaugural cohort, where participants engaged both online and in-person, we’re more convinced than ever that this course, its content,
Objective of the Program The RECOS project – Resilience of Coastal Ecosystems in the South-West Indian Ocean – leads an experience exchange programme designed to build capacity among stakeholders in coastal and marine zone management within IOC member states. Funded by the French Development Agency (AFD) and the French Global Environment Facility (FFEM), this program
