Ocean Literacy and Justice, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (STREAM 1)
To truly realize ocean literacy with- and for- all, ongoing ocean literacy research must place justice, equity, diversity, and inclusivity at its core.
With this in mind, there is a need for more ocean literacy research that draws on critical social science and governance theories which can explore the environmental justice dimensions of ocean literacy research, including power dynamics and various social, economic, and cultural factors.
This panel session will bring together speakers with experience and expertise to stimulate much needed discussion as to how we, as a global ocean literacy community, can ensure that justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion remain central to our research.
When: Monday, February 6 from 5:30 – 6:30pm PT
Where: Room 204
Facilitator: Jae Williams, Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition, Canada
Presenters:
Dr Francesca Santoro - IOC-UNESCO, Italy
Yolanda Sanchez - RELATO (Latin America), Chile
Kerstin Forsberg - Co-Founder/Director, Planeta Oceano, Peru
Dr Asha de Vos - Oceanographer and Founder of Oceanswell, Sri Lanka
Mia Otokiak - Technical Advisor, Nunavut Impact Review Board, Canada
Michael Vegh - Háɫcístut Implementation Manager, Heiltsuk Tribal Council, Canada
