Advancing Marine Conservation Through Research, Literacy, and Policy

09/10/2025

17:00 - 17:45

UAE Pavilion , Onsite

Exhibition

Transitioning to Nature-Positive Economies and Societies

Session Description

This panel will explore an integrated approach to marine conservation and biodiversity protection, bridging science, policy, education, and economics. Speakers will examine how scientific research informs effective policy, how ocean literacy fosters public engagement, and how innovative economic models support a sustainable “blue economy.” By combining these dimensions, the discussion will highlight pathways to scale up conservation action and safeguard marine ecosystems for the long term.

Organised by

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment ( United Arab Emirates )

Partners

University of Khorfakkan

Speaker

Stephen WIDDICOMBE

Director, Sharjah Marine Science Research Centre

Brendan GODLEY

Professor of Conservation Science, University of Exeter

Matt FROST

Head of International Office, Plymouth Marine Laboratory

Akbar JOHN

Associate Professor, University of Khorfakkan

Ada NATOLI

PhD, UAE Dolphin Project Initiative, Zayed University

Organised by

Ministry of Climate Change and Environment ( United Arab Emirates )

Language:

English

Sector/Industry:

Other

Additional Focus Areas:

Species

Target audience:

Professionals (36 years of age or older) Youth and young professionals (35 years of age or younger)