REGISTER NOW for the next IOI Ocean Academy online modules offered free of charge in English, French, and Tunisian dialect by our global partners.
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Sustainable Coastal Tourism Development and Ocean Governance
English Language
9 - 30 November
Ocean Literacy for the benefit of French-speaking West African countries bordering the
Atlantic Ocean
French Language
19 November-19 December
Introduction to Ocean Literacy with a Special Focus on Tunisian Coasts
Tunisian dialect
30 November-29 December
ANOTHER SIX IOI OCEAN ACADEMY MODULES SUCCESSFULLY DELIVERED
- SINGAPORE: The Ocean - Our Lifeline, Our Everlasting Connection, 12 - 21 October; Hindi
- MEXICO: Blue Tourism and Blue Economy: Perspectives and Sustainable Practices; 20 September - 12 October; Spanish
- KENYA: Introduction to Climate Change and its Impact on Kenya's Marine Biodiversity, 18 September – 1 October; Swahili
- COSTA RICA: Understanding the Evolution of Our Beaches: Monitoring Methods and Data Analysis, 10-30 September; Spanish
- SRI LANKA: Ocean Governance, Conservation and Sustainable Resource Management, 9 September – 12 October; English
- TUNISIA: Introduction to Ocean Literacy with a Special Focus on Tunisian Coasts, 7 September - 6 October; Tunisian dialect
Tunisia successfully completed its first IOI Ocean Academy course, in Tunisian dialect, at the beginning of October. A total of 152 applications were received, once again confirming the need for further outreach required globally in Ocean Literacy in different languages. Applications are now open for Tunisia’s next module to be held at the end of November. Another five courses were completed during September and October in Hindi, English, Spanish and Swahili with 172 participants successfully completing the modules.
Some Feedback from the participants below:
“I really enjoyed exploring new facets of ocean conservation, engaging with fellow participants, and the discussions throughout this session.”
Haj Dahmen Mahdi, Tunisia
“As an undergraduate at Ocean University of Sri Lanka, the program was highly informative and directly relevant to my field of study and exceptionally valuable. It not only reinforced some fundamental concepts, introduced me to new insights and practices. This training significantly deepened my understanding of ocean-related issues and equipped me with a broader perspective on sustainable resource management. It has been an enriching experience that will greatly benefit my academic and professional journey.”
Amali Hansika Wadiyagoda, Sri Lanka
“The experience was very good, this might be the best decision I would have chosen because of the extra knowledge I achieved from it. It was up to my expectations and I learnt so many new things about the ocean.”
Garima Soni, India
“My experience was awesome, was able to learn a lot within short span of time. I loved it too that the course was delivered in a local language making it highly relevant and contextual in our local set up.”
Jacinta Kinyunzu, Kenya
Visit the IOI Ocean Academy webpage to check the latest IOI Ocean Academy modules open for applications.