We need a healthy Ocean to survive. But our Ocean is in trouble, and so are we. Understanding the individual human and collective impact on the Ocean and its impact on our lives and livelihoods can encourage and empower people to act in a positive way to preserve our Ocean and use it more sustainably. Increased Ocean literacy lays the foundations for more informed decision-making at all levels. An online IOI Ocean Academy provides regionally and locally relevant Ocean knowledge so that interested persons can understand basic ocean processes, the interaction between Ocean, climate, human activities and livelihoods; now and in a changing future. The IOI Academy Courses are:
• 20-hour modules delivered online
• Free-of-charge for participants
• Overseen by the IOI and implemented by local experts
• In local languages
• Ocean knowledge that is locally relevant
Sign up to an IOI Ocean Academy today, and be empowered with the knowledge to become more active in favour of Ocean protection and sustainable use.
LATEST OPPORTUNITIES
Ocean Literacy for the Ewes
Ewe
3 - 14 November 2025;
24 November - 5 December 2025
Oceanic Culture and Biodiversity in Secondary and High School Education
Spanish
11 November - 11 December 2025
Ocean Literacy in Schools: Creating Ocean Literacy Content and Enhancing Pupil Engagement
Georgian
10 October - 1 November 2025
Blue Economy and Ocean Governance
English
3 - 7 November 2025
Ocean Literacy for the benefit of French-speaking West African countries bordering the
Atlantic Ocean
French/Moroccan dialect
postponed to 20 Nov - 20 Dec 2025
The Ocean, Our Source of Life and Livelihood
Hindi
21 October - 3 November 2025
Introduction to Marine Spatial Planning and its Relevance for Ocean Governance and Resource Management
Swahili
4 - 17 November 2025
Sustainable Blue Economy: Environmental Challenges and Economic Opportunities
Arabic
8 - 20 November 2025
Equitable and Sustainable Use of Ocean Resources as Common Heritage of Mankind with Special Reference to Pakistan
Urdu & English
8 - 19 December 2025
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