Events Outcomes for the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region
This workshop will take place between 1 - 4 November 2023 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The objective will be to train and develop capacity of MPA managers and OECMs practitioners on effective and sustainable management of marine and coastal resources in the Western Indian Ocean Region. Specifically, the training will entail regional diagnosis of challenges and priorities facing MPAs; MPA certification, developing and implementing adaptive management and monitoring plans; setting new MPA management standards and reporting in line with SDG 14 and-the Global Biodiversity Framework.
Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) is a participatory process involving all stakeholders to plan, manage, conserve, and protect coastal and marine ecosystems with the aim of ensuring sustainable development. The objectives of ICZM are to promote sustainable use and equitable sharing of coastal resources, conserve ecological integrity, monitor natural risks, develop regional frameworks, involve stakeholders, and address the harmful effects of human activities.
Meeting Documents
WHERE - Maputo, Mozambique
WHEN - 5 - 7 December 2023
When: 1-4 December 2023
Where: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
When: March 04 - 08, 2024
Where: Durban, South Africa
Meeting Documents
Date: March 25 - 28 2024
Location: Durban, South Africa
Welcome to the Eleventh Conference of Parties to the Nairobi Convention (COP 11)
The Eleventh Conference of Parties to the Nairobi Convention (COP 11) is crucial in enhancing ongoing effort to protect, manage and develop the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region. COP 11 will serve as a platform for reflection, collaboration, and decisive action by the Nairobi Convention Contracting Parties.
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