Apply Now: Travel Grants for the UN Ocean Conference & One Ocean Science Congress 2025

Are you an African Early Career Ocean Professional (ECOP) captivated with making a difference in ocean governance? Do you dream of partaking with international specialists, policymakers, and establishments shaping the way forward for our oceans? IOCAFRICA is right here to make that occur!

We are thrilled to supply fully-funded journey, lodging, and subsistence grants to assist chosen African ECOPs in attending the UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) and the One Ocean Science (OOS) Congress 2025.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants should meet the following necessities:

• Be based mostly in Africa or affiliated with an African establishment.
• Have a background in ocean science, marine coverage, governance, or a associated discipline.
• Have confirmed registration for the OOS Congress and/or accreditation for UNOC3.
• Demonstrate proficiency in English and/or French (the official languages of UNOC3 and OOS Congress).
• Hold a legitimate passport and be eligible for a French visa (flights will probably be booked solely after visa affirmation).
• Be obtainable to totally take part in all convention classes and actions.
• Commit to submitting a post-conference report and recorded testimonial to IOCAFRICA inside the specified timeframe after the occasion.

Application Process

To apply, submit the following paperwork as a single merged PDF file:

1. Updated CV
2. Copy of the most up-to-date diploma certificates
3. Motivation Letter detailing:
   • The occasion(s) you intend to attend (OOS Congress and/or UNOC3).
   • Your function at the occasion (presenter, panelist, participant, and many others.).
   • How participation will contribute to your skilled progress as an ECOP.
   • Proof of accreditation for UNOC3 and/or registration affirmation for the OOS Congress.
4. Recommendation Letter from a supervisor, mentor, or senior colleague in ocean science and governance, confirming:
   • Your lively involvement in ocean science, analysis, or governance.
   • Your potential contribution and anticipated advantages from attending the occasions.
   • Your alignment with the objectives of the Ocean Decade.

Submission Deadline

All purposes have to be submitted by March 31, 2025, with the topic line “Application for UNOC3/OOS Congress Travel Grant” to oceans.nairobi@unesco.org.

More Information

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