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At SUBMON, we're committed to bridging the gap between local communities and #MarineConservation 💙 Our involvement in the #SHOREproject at Pérez Sala School in Vilassar de Mar (a fishing village in Catalonia) exemplifies this commitment: supported by the SEA2SEE Project and BiodivOcean ERASMUS+ projects, this initiative integrates #OceanLiteracy into the school's curriculum through a "Blue Calendar" of activities. 🌊🎒🐟 These include field trips, interactive workshops and cooking sessions, as well as citizen science projects, all designed to deepen #students' understanding of the vital connection between land and sea. 🔄 By engaging students with their local environment, we're fostering a sense of stewardship that ensures the preservation of both cultural traditions and marine ecosystems. 📍 The ideal setting of Pérez Sala School, located in a coastal community rich in #fishing traditions and natural heritage, provides students with a tangible and practical understanding of how actions on land impact the marine environment. But our involvement in the SHORE Project doesn’t stop at the local level! 🇪🇺 By aligning the actions within the Mission Ocean, and building synergies through the other European projects involved, we’re amplifying the action's impact across borders 🌍💪 Together with our partners and the school community, we will continue working to build a sustainable marine future! Learn more about the SHORE Community in this article: https://lnkd.in/dTcVZqUT #SEA2SEEproject #SHORECommunity #citizenscience #marineecosystems #culture #heritage #environment #education #oceaneducation #marineeducation

Earlier this week, our lovely partners and Greek MTF Managers, Mediterranean Institute for Nature and Anthropos (MedINA), had the opportunity to represent the #RIBES project at the "Cultural heritage and contemporary threats" event held at the #European #Parliament Liaison Office in #Greece. Rigas Zafeiriou, manager of MedINA's 'Sustainable Food Systems' programme, introduced the RIBES project to the audience, sharing how our initiative is working to accelerate #rural #innovation through #circular #value #chains and #innovative #governance #models (our MTFs) on #Lemnos island and the wider #North #Aegean region. The event stressed the pressing issues of rural exodus, land abandonment, and low productive capacity in remote areas. In this context, RIBES was presented as a proactive and promising initiative aiming to transform these challenges into opportunities for sustainable development. We're thankful to our partners at MedINA for promoting RIBES and spreading our vision to build sustainable, thriving rural communities. Let's #collaborate, #innovate, and #accelerate! 📍 Follow our journey at ribesproject.eu for more updates! #RIBES #HorizonEurope #EUResearch #CircularEconomy #RuralDevelopment #Bioeconomy #Networking #MedINA #EuropeanParliament #LemnosIsland #NorthAegean

The Municipality of Santo Tirso has been a fundamental pillar in the development of innovative initiatives that promote sustainable growth. On this occasion, they present us with a group of young visionaries who have dedicated their effort and creativity to a project focused on the Blue Economy, a concept that seeks to take advantage of marine resources in a sustainable way. This project not only seeks to improve the economic and environmental conditions of Santo Tirso, but also aspires to be a replicable model in other regions. The active participation of young people in this project reflects a generational change towards a more sustainable and conscious future. The Municipality of Santo Tirso, by supporting these young innovators, reaffirms its commitment to sustainable development and the well-being of future generations. This project is a clear example of how creativity and responsibility can converge to generate a positive impact on our society and on the planet. Atlic is a project co-financed by the Interreg Atlantic Area programme of the European Union. #atlicEU #AtlicCommunity #AAyouth #AAcreative #AtlicInnoBlue #BlueEconomy #AtlicInnoblueProject #AtlicOcean #atlanticarea #Interreg Invest Santo Tirso

ATU Sligo Innovation Centre, as the lead for the Irish Case Study within the PRO-Coast project, is proud to showcase the diverse and dynamic Streedagh Beach area. This region stands as a historic, cultural, and commercial hub of regional significance in the North West of Ireland, playing a pivotal role in the local economy through tourism, with a steady influx of visitors drawn to its stunning coastlines, mountains, and rich archaeological heritage. Under the leadership of Dr. Salem Gharbia and supported by Mahdieh Raji and Fredrick Otieno, the Irish team is driving impactful actions within the PRO-Coast initiative. Their efforts are focused on (1) engaging local coastal community groups, (2) raising awareness through targeted campaigns, and (3) conducting surveys with residents and visitors to assess their knowledge of sand dune protection, their willingness to comply with conservation efforts, and the value they place on preserving these vital ecosystems. This comprehensive approach seeks to foster lasting, community-driven solutions for sustainable coastal management. #Biodiversity #Culturechange #Citizenscience #transformationalchange #societalchange #ecosystem

Pilot phase 2025🚀 The SeaTales Erasmus Project is set to officially launch its pilot phase in 2025, bringing together schools from Iceland, Romania, Portugal, and Greece to test a groundbreaking curriculum. This program combines role-playing, environmental education, and hands-on learning to foster ocean literacy and sustainability. We’re excited to embark on this journey to inspire the next generation of ocean leaders! Stay tuned for updates as we work toward a more sustainable future for our seas. 🌍 #SeaTales #ErasmusProject #OceanLiteracy #Sustainability #MarineConservation #Iceland #Romania #Portugal #Greece #ErasmusPlus #Launch2025

The general objectives of WAT’SAVEREUSE is to explain the benefits of water legislation and national initiatives to promote the circular economy in water consumption, especially in the tourism sector, with the aim of both water saving such as water reuse, with special emphasis on the Mediterranean environment. The project will help alleviate the identified environmental problem (water scarcity and drought) by conducting informed awareness campaigns aimed at four target groups and defining better policies with a clear impact.

South African spin-out company from Stellenbosch University creating ecotourism opportunities. Innovus Technology Transfer Office at Stellenbosch University SharkSafe Barrier (Pty) Ltd

The first meeting of the project SHIFT-MARES: Shifts in Portuguese Marine Ecosystem Services Under Climate Change Scenarios: Impacts on Coastal Tourism took place today at CIIMAR (Matosinhos). This is a project financed by the Science4Policy call from PLANAPP. The multidisciplinary team has researchers from several CIIMAR teams, IPMA, CCMAR-UALG, and CEF-UC. #CIIMAR #MEMO team

𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐬 (𝐋𝐮𝐠𝐨-𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐢𝐧) 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐤𝐞𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐓𝐋𝐈𝐂 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐲 On 21 February 2025, Samos will host a key meeting for Spanish stakeholders of the ATLIC (Atlantic Innoblue Communities) project. This initiative fosters youth entrepreneurship within the Blue Economy framework, driving sustainable development in Atlantic regions. The Blue Economy promotes sustainable aquatic resource use to generate growth, employment, and well-being while protecting ecosystems. Unlike the green economy, it emphasizes nature regeneration, encouraging resource renewal and responsible use. ATLIC connects France, Ireland, Portugal, and Spain to build youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship communities. It empowers young people to develop solutions aligned with Blue Economy principles, addressing sectors like sustainable fishing, ecotourism, water management innovation, and bioeconomy. The meeting in Samos, organized by VIDA LÁCTEA and the Cámara Comercio Santiago de Compostela explore engaging Galician youth in sustainable development, leveraging the region's historical ties to water resources. A Virtual Reality workshop will introduce local students to Blue Economy principles and opportunities. Project partners stress the importance of "transforming environmental challenges into growth and well-being opportunities" through innovative, sustainable projects aligned with UN goals. Plans for a Blue Economy incubation hub in Samos are also being considered. Co-financed by the European Interreg Atlantic Area program, ATLIC is an international platform promoting sustainable development in Atlantic communities. It invites youth, businesses, and organizations to join in building a sustainable future. #atlicEU #AtlicCommunity #AAyouth #AAcreative #AtlicInnoBlue #BlueEconomy #AtlicInnoblueProject #AtlicOcean #atlanticarea #Interreg

How do we keep our cities ‘liveable? How do architects contribute to public health?  How do we engage and involve communities and neighbourhoods in an ongoing dialogue? Join us for an intensive week (21-26 July in Alicante, Spain) filled with experiences in theory and practice related to participatory approaches to community health promotion. Last spots available: Summer Course 2024 – Alicante | ETC-Summer Course (wordpress.com) Daniel Millor VelaAli GhaddarGordana PavlekovicMagdalena WrzesińskaGiuseppe MasanottiRosana Peiro HAN Sports & Exercise Studies (HAN University of Applied Sciences) #FairHealth#ETCPHHP#salutogenesis#Participatoryactionresearch#healthequity