Even when dive money supports MPAs, if dive workers are underpaid and local communities left out, then it’s not conservation. It’s extractive economics in a neoprene suit.
#ConservationJustice #OceanEquity #DiveEthics
#ConservationJustice #OceanEquity #DiveEthics
August 4, 2025 at 4:40 PM
Even when dive money supports MPAs, if dive workers are underpaid and local communities left out, then it’s not conservation. It’s extractive economics in a neoprene suit.
#ConservationJustice #OceanEquity #DiveEthics
#ConservationJustice #OceanEquity #DiveEthics
Does dive tourism in developing countries actually benefit local communities? Who owns the shop? Who captains the boat? Too often, tourism profits fly offshore while locals get low wages, little say, and local villages who steward the coast go uncompensated.
#TourismJustice #OceanEquity #DiveTourism
#TourismJustice #OceanEquity #DiveTourism
August 4, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Does dive tourism in developing countries actually benefit local communities? Who owns the shop? Who captains the boat? Too often, tourism profits fly offshore while locals get low wages, little say, and local villages who steward the coast go uncompensated.
#TourismJustice #OceanEquity #DiveTourism
#TourismJustice #OceanEquity #DiveTourism
Tourism’s profits rarely trickle down. Many dive guides, boat crews, and instructors are underpaid and overworked. Conservation that depends on exploitation isn’t sustainable.
#TourismJustice #LaborRights #OceanEquity
#TourismJustice #LaborRights #OceanEquity
August 4, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Tourism’s profits rarely trickle down. Many dive guides, boat crews, and instructors are underpaid and overworked. Conservation that depends on exploitation isn’t sustainable.
#TourismJustice #LaborRights #OceanEquity
#TourismJustice #LaborRights #OceanEquity
🎧 New episode: Human Rights at Sea 🌊⚖️
Far from shore, fishers face exploitation & neglect.
In Negotiating the Ocean, 3 experts speak out:
👤 Rizky Octaviana – SBMI
🦈 Bubba Cook – Sharkspacific
🇵🇬 Marcelo Hidalgo – FIA PNG
#HumanRightsAtSea #TunaFisheries #OceanEquity #LabourRights
Far from shore, fishers face exploitation & neglect.
In Negotiating the Ocean, 3 experts speak out:
👤 Rizky Octaviana – SBMI
🦈 Bubba Cook – Sharkspacific
🇵🇬 Marcelo Hidalgo – FIA PNG
#HumanRightsAtSea #TunaFisheries #OceanEquity #LabourRights
Episode 10 - Human Rights at Sea
Negotiating the Ocean · Episode
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August 4, 2025 at 11:12 AM
🎧 New episode: Human Rights at Sea 🌊⚖️
Far from shore, fishers face exploitation & neglect.
In Negotiating the Ocean, 3 experts speak out:
👤 Rizky Octaviana – SBMI
🦈 Bubba Cook – Sharkspacific
🇵🇬 Marcelo Hidalgo – FIA PNG
#HumanRightsAtSea #TunaFisheries #OceanEquity #LabourRights
Far from shore, fishers face exploitation & neglect.
In Negotiating the Ocean, 3 experts speak out:
👤 Rizky Octaviana – SBMI
🦈 Bubba Cook – Sharkspacific
🇵🇬 Marcelo Hidalgo – FIA PNG
#HumanRightsAtSea #TunaFisheries #OceanEquity #LabourRights
Our mission:
🌊 Surface under-told stories
🌊 Spotlight ocean action
🌊 Prioritize mental health as we face climate and ocean crises together
🌊 Invite more people in
🌊 Ditch the doom spiral
You don’t need credentials to care.
#OceanHoptimism #HopeSpots #OceanEquity
🌊 Surface under-told stories
🌊 Spotlight ocean action
🌊 Prioritize mental health as we face climate and ocean crises together
🌊 Invite more people in
🌊 Ditch the doom spiral
You don’t need credentials to care.
#OceanHoptimism #HopeSpots #OceanEquity
July 21, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Our mission:
🌊 Surface under-told stories
🌊 Spotlight ocean action
🌊 Prioritize mental health as we face climate and ocean crises together
🌊 Invite more people in
🌊 Ditch the doom spiral
You don’t need credentials to care.
#OceanHoptimism #HopeSpots #OceanEquity
🌊 Surface under-told stories
🌊 Spotlight ocean action
🌊 Prioritize mental health as we face climate and ocean crises together
🌊 Invite more people in
🌊 Ditch the doom spiral
You don’t need credentials to care.
#OceanHoptimism #HopeSpots #OceanEquity
From a childhood love of the ocean to a PhD in Interdisciplinary Ecology, Dr. DeVant’e Dawson has always known the sea was part of his story. Today, he’s reshaping how we do ocean science, bringing genomics, justice, and community into the same current. 🌍🧬
Come meet him in 3 days!
#OceanEquity
Come meet him in 3 days!
#OceanEquity
July 21, 2025 at 4:11 PM
From a childhood love of the ocean to a PhD in Interdisciplinary Ecology, Dr. DeVant’e Dawson has always known the sea was part of his story. Today, he’s reshaping how we do ocean science, bringing genomics, justice, and community into the same current. 🌍🧬
Come meet him in 3 days!
#OceanEquity
Come meet him in 3 days!
#OceanEquity
🚩 TROPE: “That’s not the real issue.”
Plastic straws. Sunscreen. Beach cleanups. Easy to scoff at. But they’re on-ramps… entry points that spark learning, action, and systemic change. Don’t dismiss the doorways.
#GatewayActivism #OceanEquity #OnRampsMatter
Plastic straws. Sunscreen. Beach cleanups. Easy to scoff at. But they’re on-ramps… entry points that spark learning, action, and systemic change. Don’t dismiss the doorways.
#GatewayActivism #OceanEquity #OnRampsMatter
June 25, 2025 at 7:23 PM
🚩 TROPE: “That’s not the real issue.”
Plastic straws. Sunscreen. Beach cleanups. Easy to scoff at. But they’re on-ramps… entry points that spark learning, action, and systemic change. Don’t dismiss the doorways.
#GatewayActivism #OceanEquity #OnRampsMatter
Plastic straws. Sunscreen. Beach cleanups. Easy to scoff at. But they’re on-ramps… entry points that spark learning, action, and systemic change. Don’t dismiss the doorways.
#GatewayActivism #OceanEquity #OnRampsMatter
The post urges global policymakers to address regional gaps in ocean research, promoting inclusive investment and cross-border collaboration to support SDG 14 and ensure equitable, sustainable ocean governance worldwide.
#SDG14 #OceanEquity #GlobalPolicy #MarineScience #BlueEconomy
#SDG14 #OceanEquity #GlobalPolicy #MarineScience #BlueEconomy
June 20, 2025 at 7:30 AM
The post urges global policymakers to address regional gaps in ocean research, promoting inclusive investment and cross-border collaboration to support SDG 14 and ensure equitable, sustainable ocean governance worldwide.
#SDG14 #OceanEquity #GlobalPolicy #MarineScience #BlueEconomy
#SDG14 #OceanEquity #GlobalPolicy #MarineScience #BlueEconomy
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been selected as a fellow for the Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy (MONA)! I’ll explore how ocean power dynamics intersect with inequality and report globally through The Uproot Project, Ocean Nexus and Metcalf Institute. This will be an amazing experience! 🌊 #OceanEquity
June 20, 2025 at 12:01 AM
I’m thrilled to share that I’ve been selected as a fellow for the Metcalf Ocean Nexus Academy (MONA)! I’ll explore how ocean power dynamics intersect with inequality and report globally through The Uproot Project, Ocean Nexus and Metcalf Institute. This will be an amazing experience! 🌊 #OceanEquity
Expert review ≠ public accountability. Qualitative, adaptive selection makes sense for storytelling, but we still need to ask:
🔍 Who picked the stories?
🌍 Who was left out?
📉 What didn’t make the cut?
#OceanHoptimism #OceanEquity
🔍 Who picked the stories?
🌍 Who was left out?
📉 What didn’t make the cut?
#OceanHoptimism #OceanEquity
June 8, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Expert review ≠ public accountability. Qualitative, adaptive selection makes sense for storytelling, but we still need to ask:
🔍 Who picked the stories?
🌍 Who was left out?
📉 What didn’t make the cut?
#OceanHoptimism #OceanEquity
🔍 Who picked the stories?
🌍 Who was left out?
📉 What didn’t make the cut?
#OceanHoptimism #OceanEquity
The future of ocean conservation depends on justice.
EqualSea makes the case that a fairer ocean is also a healthier and more resilient one.
#OceanEquity #MarineConservation #BlueJustice
EqualSea makes the case that a fairer ocean is also a healthier and more resilient one.
#OceanEquity #MarineConservation #BlueJustice
May 24, 2025 at 3:42 AM
The future of ocean conservation depends on justice.
EqualSea makes the case that a fairer ocean is also a healthier and more resilient one.
#OceanEquity #MarineConservation #BlueJustice
EqualSea makes the case that a fairer ocean is also a healthier and more resilient one.
#OceanEquity #MarineConservation #BlueJustice
To build resilient food systems, the United States of America doesn’t need more restrictions, it needs accountability, equity, and global cooperation.
The tuna trade shows why.
#MarineGovernance #TrumpTradePolicy #OceanEquity
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The tuna trade shows why.
#MarineGovernance #TrumpTradePolicy #OceanEquity
(6/6)
May 20, 2025 at 4:35 AM
To build resilient food systems, the United States of America doesn’t need more restrictions, it needs accountability, equity, and global cooperation.
The tuna trade shows why.
#MarineGovernance #TrumpTradePolicy #OceanEquity
(6/6)
The tuna trade shows why.
#MarineGovernance #TrumpTradePolicy #OceanEquity
(6/6)
Understanding these dimensions of equity helps us design marine policies that are not only effective—but legitimate and enduring.
#OceanEquity #EqualSea
#OceanEquity #EqualSea
May 1, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Understanding these dimensions of equity helps us design marine policies that are not only effective—but legitimate and enduring.
#OceanEquity #EqualSea
#OceanEquity #EqualSea
How can we anticipate whether the economic and non-economic benefits of the Rapa Nui MPA will be equitably shared among all actors in future Anthropocene scenarios?
This is not just a question of governance—but of justice, resilience, and long-term legitimacy.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #Anthropocene
This is not just a question of governance—but of justice, resilience, and long-term legitimacy.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #Anthropocene
May 1, 2025 at 1:20 AM
How can we anticipate whether the economic and non-economic benefits of the Rapa Nui MPA will be equitably shared among all actors in future Anthropocene scenarios?
This is not just a question of governance—but of justice, resilience, and long-term legitimacy.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #Anthropocene
This is not just a question of governance—but of justice, resilience, and long-term legitimacy.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #Anthropocene
Today we begin EqualSea fieldwork in Rapa Nui.
We’re co-developing a new framework for ocean equity—identifying drivers of social tipping points and tracking progress toward fairer ocean governance for local communities and global actors alike.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #EqualSea
@imedea.bsky.social
We’re co-developing a new framework for ocean equity—identifying drivers of social tipping points and tracking progress toward fairer ocean governance for local communities and global actors alike.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #EqualSea
@imedea.bsky.social
April 23, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Today we begin EqualSea fieldwork in Rapa Nui.
We’re co-developing a new framework for ocean equity—identifying drivers of social tipping points and tracking progress toward fairer ocean governance for local communities and global actors alike.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #EqualSea
@imedea.bsky.social
We’re co-developing a new framework for ocean equity—identifying drivers of social tipping points and tracking progress toward fairer ocean governance for local communities and global actors alike.
#OceanEquity #RapaNui #EqualSea
@imedea.bsky.social
EqualSea is building the Ocean Equity Index across 20 MPAs worldwide.
We thank the communities of the Cook Islands for their insights and trust.
Let’s ensure the ocean’s benefits are shared fairly—now and into the future.
Learn more: equalsea.eu/ongoing-proj...
#EqualSea #OceanEquity
We thank the communities of the Cook Islands for their insights and trust.
Let’s ensure the ocean’s benefits are shared fairly—now and into the future.
Learn more: equalsea.eu/ongoing-proj...
#EqualSea #OceanEquity
Equalsea Project · ERC | Equalsea Lab
At Equalsea Lab, we seek to better understand the relationships within coastal communities in order to drive transformative change.
equalsea.eu
March 25, 2025 at 8:46 PM
EqualSea is building the Ocean Equity Index across 20 MPAs worldwide.
We thank the communities of the Cook Islands for their insights and trust.
Let’s ensure the ocean’s benefits are shared fairly—now and into the future.
Learn more: equalsea.eu/ongoing-proj...
#EqualSea #OceanEquity
We thank the communities of the Cook Islands for their insights and trust.
Let’s ensure the ocean’s benefits are shared fairly—now and into the future.
Learn more: equalsea.eu/ongoing-proj...
#EqualSea #OceanEquity
With 1.9 million km² of marine space, Marae Moana is the largest multi-use MPA in the world. But how fair is its governance?
EqualSea partnered with local experts to gather insights from fishers, tour operators, managers, and more.
#MPA #OceanEquity #CookIslands
EqualSea partnered with local experts to gather insights from fishers, tour operators, managers, and more.
#MPA #OceanEquity #CookIslands
March 25, 2025 at 8:46 PM
With 1.9 million km² of marine space, Marae Moana is the largest multi-use MPA in the world. But how fair is its governance?
EqualSea partnered with local experts to gather insights from fishers, tour operators, managers, and more.
#MPA #OceanEquity #CookIslands
EqualSea partnered with local experts to gather insights from fishers, tour operators, managers, and more.
#MPA #OceanEquity #CookIslands
About to get the bus home or while away the last bit of working time doing something fun but work-like? Why not have a read of the new UN Ocean Decade #Challenge9 article advance-published in @icesmarine.bsky.social journal? doi.org/10.1093/ices... #CapacitySharing #OceanEquity #Participation
Forging a pathway for connecting skills, knowledge, technology, and participatory decision-making for all through the UN Ocean Decade Challenge 9
Abstract. The UN Ocean Decade Vision 2030 Report identified the role of ocean knowledge in sustainable development and highlighted the need for a clear pat
doi.org
January 8, 2025 at 4:55 PM
About to get the bus home or while away the last bit of working time doing something fun but work-like? Why not have a read of the new UN Ocean Decade #Challenge9 article advance-published in @icesmarine.bsky.social journal? doi.org/10.1093/ices... #CapacitySharing #OceanEquity #Participation
9/ 🌟 Join the Conversation!
As researchers, we’re committed to amplifying voices from small-scale fisheries.
What are your thoughts on aligning conservation with community well-being?
Let’s connect to discuss ocean equity and sustainability! 🌊 #OceanEquity #InclusivePolicy
As researchers, we’re committed to amplifying voices from small-scale fisheries.
What are your thoughts on aligning conservation with community well-being?
Let’s connect to discuss ocean equity and sustainability! 🌊 #OceanEquity #InclusivePolicy
November 28, 2024 at 11:58 AM
9/ 🌟 Join the Conversation!
As researchers, we’re committed to amplifying voices from small-scale fisheries.
What are your thoughts on aligning conservation with community well-being?
Let’s connect to discuss ocean equity and sustainability! 🌊 #OceanEquity #InclusivePolicy
As researchers, we’re committed to amplifying voices from small-scale fisheries.
What are your thoughts on aligning conservation with community well-being?
Let’s connect to discuss ocean equity and sustainability! 🌊 #OceanEquity #InclusivePolicy
As we prepare for #COP16 & hard work ahead to achieve 🌊30x30 today at Norad, Julia Gorricho presented @blueactionfund.org's environmental & social management system and its focus on equitable marine conservation. Thank you for the invitation 🇧🇻 Norad! #ESMS #OceanOptimism #OceanEquity
September 3, 2024 at 11:52 AM
As we prepare for #COP16 & hard work ahead to achieve 🌊30x30 today at Norad, Julia Gorricho presented @blueactionfund.org's environmental & social management system and its focus on equitable marine conservation. Thank you for the invitation 🇧🇻 Norad! #ESMS #OceanOptimism #OceanEquity
Love, love, LOVE this paper by @NathanJBennett et al. (w/ @LaureSKatz @AnaKSpalding @AulaniWilhelm) "Advancing Social Equity in and Through Marine Conservation" https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmars.2021.711538 #oceanequity #oceanjustice #bluejustice
November 8, 2024 at 7:58 AM
Love, love, LOVE this paper by @NathanJBennett et al. (w/ @LaureSKatz @AnaKSpalding @AulaniWilhelm) "Advancing Social Equity in and Through Marine Conservation" https://www.frontiersin.org/article/10.3389/fmars.2021.711538 #oceanequity #oceanjustice #bluejustice