🌊 Join us for an inspiring event showcasing innovative community-led marine conservation projects across the Western Indian Ocean (WIO). Hear directly from project leaders about their efforts to revitalize livelihoods, implement sustainable fisheries management, and protect marine biodiversity. Connect with practitioners, researchers, policymakers, and ocean enthusiasts as they share success stories, challenges, and future plans.

During this engaging gathering, you'll have the opportunity to participate in roundtable discussions focused on integrating conservation and poverty reduction through active community participation. Discover projects like Matumbawe-Hai in Tanzania, the Flipflopi waste management initiative in Kenya, climate resilience efforts in Mozambique, and collaborative stewardship in Kenya.

Whether you're passionate about marine ecosystems, community development, or environmental policy, this event offers a unique platform to learn, collaborate, and make a tangible impact for our oceans. Don't miss this chance to be part of the movement to conserve and sustainably manage the vital marine resources of the WIO! 🌍🌿