WIN-BIG project

📣 Calling all #blueeconomy professionals and #marine researchers! In celebration of #InternationalWomenDay, we are excited to announce the launch of the Women in the Blue Economy Survey 🌊 Do you want to join us in shaping the future of the EU blue economy? Share your insights and experiences and help us advance #genderequality and drive positive #change across the #maritimeindustry On this Women’s Day – and every day - let's work together to create a more inclusive, diverse and sustainable blue economy! Make your voice be heard 👉 https://lnkd.in/dWQp4m84 #winbig #womeninblue #blueeconomy #genderbalance #genderinclusion #genderequality #capacitybuilding #unionofequality #EMFAF #IWD2024 #survey CESAM - Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies, Geonardo Environmental Technologies, BlueBio Alliance, BUSINESS as NATURE, s.Pro – sustainable projects GmbH, University of Galway, Marine Institute, Clúster Marítimo-Marino de Andalucía (CMMA), Universidade Nova de Lisboa, Federazione del Mare, UGent, Fórum Oceano, NCE Blue Legasea, ÅKP CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency, WINBLUE PROJECT, European Institute for Gender Equality, UN Women, WISTA International , European Community Shipowners' Associations (ECSA), VASAB, Marine Cluster Bulgaria, Arctic Frontiers, SUBMARINER Network for Blue Growth EEIG, Cluster Maritime Français, Akvaplan-niva, Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche, United Nations Global Compact, Canada's Ocean Supercluster, Fundação Príncipe , DGPM - Directorate General for Maritime Policy, ITALIAN BLUE GROWTH SRL, Indian Ocean Rim Association

⚡️Join me next week to hear about how we are pushing for gender equality in the Blue Economy at WIN-BIG project!

📣 Mark your calendar! Mariana Mata Lara, Senior Project Manager at s.Pro – sustainable projects GmbH and the SUBMARINER Network for Blue Growth EEIG is joining Blue Bio Techpreneurs's next webinar "Women's Entrepreneurship in the Blue Bioeconomy" Don't miss the opportunity to hear inspiring stories of entrepreneurship and discuss how #women can lead and drive sustainable innovation in the #BlueEconomy Register at https://lnkd.in/gVRC7peK

Gender-based violence is a global crisis affecting #women across all sectors and regions. It hinders progress, silences voices, and restricts opportunities for countless women and girls worldwide. Addressing GBV is essential to ensuring women can pursue and thrive in careers without fear of harassment or discrimination. Today marks the start of the #16DaysOfActivism campaign, a time to unite against #GBV and demand systemic change. Let’s amplify voices, support survivors, and commit to fostering safe and inclusive workplaces everywhere. 💬 How can we make our workplaces safer for women? Share your thoughts below and join us in this vital conversation. #OrangeTheWorld #EndGBV #16DaysOfActivism

🌊What if we told you that the #fishing industry’s greatest secret isn’t found in the depths of the ocean but on the shores? For centuries, #women have been its hidden champions. Today, they make up about 27% of all jobs in fisheries, aquaculture, and processing. Historically, women mended nets, gutted fish, and even carried their husbands to boats on their backs to ensure they could set sail in dry clothes. These are the women who paved the way for generations to come. Today, on #WorldFisheriesDay, join us in celebrating their contribution to this sector! Now, people like Alida Elena continue this legacy. “Working at sea infatuates you,” she says, sharing her excitement for each day on the water. So, next time you enjoy seafood, remember that fisheries are more than just a source of your favorite dish. They are the lifeblood of coastal communities, supporting 300,000 jobs and propelling the EU to the forefront of sustainable ocean management #blueeconomy #womeninblue #womeninmaritime #inclusivity #genderequality #capacitybuilding #unionofequality #EMFAF

💡 Must read on the role of women in the African #BlueEconomy "Gender inclusivity is a critical component of sustainable economic development and climate action, particularly in coastal communities. Women's in-depth knowledge of local ecosystems uniquely positions them to drive innovative solutions within the Blue Economy. With adequate support and resources, the potential for women-led innovation and entrepreneurship is truly revolutionary." ⤵️⤵️⤵️

Today is #EUEqualPayDay- a powerful reminder of the ongoing need to tackle gender disparities in earnings. Women in the EU still earn 12.7% less per hour, and the broader gender overall earnings gap is a staggering 36.2% 📉- reflecting deeper inequalities in pay, working hours, and employment rates. 💼 Let’s use this day to champion fairness, equity, and action. Together, we can close these gaps and build a future where equal work means equal pay for everyone, in all their diversity!    Find out more in our Financial Independence and Gender Equality Report: https://lnkd.in/dQDFFZQm   #GenderEquality #EqualPay #EIGE 

🌈 Diversity Drives Innovation in STEM 🌊 Today, on the International Day of LGBTQIA+ People in #STEM, we recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of LGBTQIA+ individuals in shaping the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, including the #BlueEconomy #Diversity strengthens #innovation. By supporting equitable opportunities and fostering inclusive workplaces, we can create space for groundbreaking ideas and sustainable solutions! 💡 Let's commit to making the Blue Economy a beacon of inclusivity. Together, we can build an industry where everyone, regardless of identity, can thrive and contribute to a more sustainable future. #LGBTQSTEMDay #LGBTQIAinSTEM #PrideInSTEM #WINBIG

230+ #EMMF & #EMFAF projects and counting! 🌊 Now you can learn all about them through CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency's new project portfolio - can you spot WIN-BIG on the list? 🧜♀️ 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dfHgji8q #10yearsEMFaF #blueeconomy #bluecareers #sustainability #womeninblue #womeninmaritime #inclusivity #genderequality #capacitybuilding #unionofequality #EMFAF

📢🤩 Calling all Young Ocean Advocates! The #Youth4Ocean Forum is looking for young leaders (16-30) 🙋♀️ to champion Blue Citizenship at the 2025 UN Ocean Conference. If you’re an EU resident with an ocean project in mind or already in action, this call is for you! As an EU Young Ocean Advocate, you’ll join a network working to raise awareness about ocean sustainability🌊🐠 and involve communities in #oceanliteracy and action. ⏳ Applications close Nov 30, 2024! Don’t miss out on this chance to shape the future of our ocean! 🌍💙 Learn more about the call and apply 👉 https://lnkd.in/ecemXDD2 #EU4Ocean #EMFAF #Youth4Ocean