Delivering Community Empowerment Through Ocean Protection & Restoration

The decline in ocean health poses a critical threat to coastal communities globally, endangering not just physical safety, but also jobs, livelihoods and essential infrastructure. Protecting and restoring ocean ecosystems is vital to enhancing community resilience and providing adaptive solutions, while also delivering a range of co-benefits.

Join us for a discussion on how investing in ocean restoration is bolstering climate resilience, creating sustainable livelihoods and unlocking new economic opportunities for vulnerable populations. Our panel will explore the benefits and challenges of community-driven projects, highlighting how innovative financial mechanisms are catalysing investment in these essential initiatives.