Impactful Workshops

OECM Webinar – Fisheries-Related Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures in the Southwest Indian Ocean

By adminApril 4, 2024Impactful Workshops, News & Events

In a landmark virtual event, the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region took significant strides towards bolstering marine conservation efforts through the exploration of Fisheries-Related Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs). Hosted by the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA), the “Introductory Webinar on Fisheries-Related OECMs in the

A Big Step for the Barren Isles

By adminFebruary 18, 2024Impactful Workshops, News & Events

For over a decade, Blue Ventures has dedicated efforts to the conservation of the Barren Isles, renowned for its rich biodiversity boasting 150 fish and 39 coral species. Since our inaugural visit in 2011, marked by the establishment of the Vezo Miray fishers’ association as co-managers, our journey has been nothing short of remarkable. With

Empowering Marine Conservation: Recap of the First WIOMPAN Regional Workshop

By adminDecember 11, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & EventsCMA, Collaborative Conservation, Marine conservation, MPA, Sustainability Journey, WIO Region, WIOMPAN Workshop

The Western Indian Ocean Marine Protected Area Network (WIOMPAN) made waves during its first regional workshop held from November 1st to 4th, 2023, in the vibrant city of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This landmark event, supported by the Nairobi Convention, the Minderoo Foundation, the Blue Nature Alliance (BNA), the Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association

Building Sustainable Futures: Advancing Marine Spatial Planning in the Western Indian Ocean.

By adminDecember 11, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & EventsMSP Capacity Building, WIO Blue Future, WIO Environmental Leadership

Introduction: The Western Indian Ocean (WIO) is not only a region of unparalleled ecological diversity but also a vital hub for the Blue Economy (BE), offering immense opportunities for sustainable development. Recognizing the need to balance economic growth with environmental conservation, the 4th phase of the Institutional Strengthening for Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) was held

Navigating 30×30 – building bridges between conservation and small-scale fisheries.

By adminOctober 16, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & Events30x30, Community Conservation, Navigating Change

October 5, 2023 – In a webinar hosted by WIOMSA and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), global experts and stakeholders converged to discuss the challenges and opportunities posed by the ambitious 30×30 conservation initiative. Representatives from governments, conservation NGOs, small-scale fishers, and community advocates engaged in a spirited dialogue, focusing on integrating the

Breaking Boundaries: IMPAC 5 Sparks Global Collaboration among Marine Protectors!

By adminOctober 16, 2023Impactful WorkshopsGlobal Marine Guardians, IMPAC5 Legacy, MPA Alliance

In a ground-breaking initiative, the fifth International Marine Protected Areas Congress (IMPAC 5) convened in 2023, uniting regional networks of Marine Protected Area (MPA) managers worldwide. This unprecedented gathering saw prominent networks like SPAW/RAC, MedPAN, NAMPAN, Red Golfo, Forum for the Conservation of the Patagonian Sea, WIOMPAN, and RAMPAO join forces. Together, they explored innovative

Empowering Change: Comoros Marine Managers Embrace Adaptive Co-Management

By adminOctober 16, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & Events

In the heart of Mitsamiouli National Park, amidst the gentle patter of raindrops, a transformative event unfolded. Sixteen dedicated marine managers from all four of the Comoros’ marine national parks gathered, their minds abuzz with challenging questions and a shared commitment to find innovative solutions. Against the backdrop of nature’s symphony, these marine stewards grappled

The Business of Conservation Conference 2023, Rwanda.

By adminAugust 31, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & EventsBlue wildlife economy, Business of Conservation Conference, Rwanda

The BCC is an inspiring, powerful annual gathering of top African CEOs, Heads of State, global technologists, investors, philanthropists, entrepreneurs, students and innovative conservationists to find practical, sustainable ways of powering economic growth in Africa through wildlife conservation. It is not a meeting about conservation for conservation’s sake. It instead provides a practical ‘how to’

Charting a Course for Marine Conservation: The Kenya-Tanzania Transboundary Collaboration Roadmap

By adminAugust 31, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & EventsKenya, Marine conservation, Marine Protected Area (MPA), Tanzania, Transboundary Conservation Area in the Western Indian Ocean, Transboundary Conservation Areas (TBCAs)

In a world where urgent environmental conservation is paramount, the creation of Transboundary Conservation Areas (TBCAs) has emerged as a pivotal strategy to safeguard marine ecosystems. A notable endeavor in this direction is the cooperative effort between Kenya and Tanzania, facilitated by the Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA). This collaboration aims to establish

Regional Ocean Governance Strategy (ROGS): A Participatory and Multi-Stakeholder Process Technical Dialogue among key stakeholders and the ROGS Task Force on: “Marine Protected Areas (MPAs)”

By adminAugust 14, 2023Impactful Workshops, News & EventsRegional Ocean Governance Strategy

In a momentous step toward preserving the rich marine tapestry of the Western Indian Ocean, a dynamic confluence of oceanic champions convened online on August 9th, 2023. Under the ‘Western Indian Ocean Large Marine Ecosystems Strategic Action Programme Policy Harmonisation and Institutional Reforms’, the Nairobi convention Secretariat, the Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA), the

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