WHO WE ARE
The Sustainable Ocean Conference is a public two-day conference that facilitates the opportunity for connection and collaboration between stakeholders and rightsholders passionate about marine conservation and management. Over the course of the conference, attendees have the chance to explore what it means to research and co-exist in marine spaces through keynote and graduate research presentations, panel discussions, and an ocean showcase highlighting diverse work occurring in the conservation and management of our marine spaces.
The conference is sponsored by the Sobey Fund for Ocean and is organized by Master of Marine Management Candidates of the Marine Affairs Program at Dalhousie University. It is the only student-led conference of its kind in Atlantic Canada and is being held for the 13th consecutive year.
OUR MISSION
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Create a space that acknowledges that solving today's challenges requires healing relationships among all aspects of nature and communities.
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Acknowledge and celebrate local accomplishments and highlight what has been achieved, while recognizing what can still be done.
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Empower individuals to instigate change and contribute to incremental progress towards a more equitable and sustainable ocean for tomorrow.
TIDES OF TOMORROW
The concept of change and progress is encapsulated in the symbolism of tides – a natural ebb and flow that mirrors the dynamic nature of the oceans. Tides serve as a metaphor for our continuous efforts to navigate and shape the future of our oceans through effective management, illustrating the evolving journey towards positive transformation and advancement for tomorrow.
This year's 13th annual Sustainable Ocean Conference aims to highlight sustainability, equity and interdisciplinary values in approaching management within ocean spaces.
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OUR LOGO
The Tides of Tomorrow, 2024 Sustainable Ocean Conference logo has been designed by two of our talented Marketing Team members,
Gita Tsomik and Kali Hines.
The new logo embodies the drive to move into a more sustainable ocean future despite all the challenges that are preventing it.
A huge thank you to all who provided feedback and support during its design. We hope you love it!