We have concluded our Latin America and Caribbean #biofouling focused events in the Republic of Panama! It has been an enriching experience with insightful presentations and discussions from representatives of the projects beneficiary countries of the region, such as Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Jamaica, Madagascar, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Suriname, as well as developed countries, conservation, academia, research, women association representatives, and industry. Key outcomes include a greater awareness and knowledge of the biofouling issue, a renewed commitment to enhancing #gender #diversity and #inclusion within the #maritime sector, and innovative strategies for #biofoulingmanagement to protect our #marine #environment. Recommendations going forward emphasize the need for continuous professional development for women, stronger mentorship programmes, and collaborative efforts between governments, industry and academia to advance biofouling research and best practices. With the aim of creating a more inclusive and supportive maritime sector, we look forward to replicating the #biofouling focused events in Africa and Asia/Pacific. For the gallery please click here: https://lnkd.in/dNyhD9GV For more information click the news article: https://lnkd.in/gbQU5JFJ To join the Women in Biofouling network: https://lnkd.in/eHP5v4_W International Maritime Organization, GEF-UNDP-IMO GloFouling Partnerships, Norad - Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation, MTCC Caribbean MTCC Latin America
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