Cavalla Institute of Ocean Governance

Join us in celebrating our very own Ebenezer S. Morlia, Program Officer at the Cavalla Institute of Ocean Governance, who served as Moderator at the 2nd Regional Forum on the Blue Economy in Abidjan, Ivory Coast! 🇨🇮

With over 100 participants from 13 countries, Ebenezer led powerful discussions on climate action, ocean governance, and youth empowerment, brilliantly representing Liberia on a global stage.

This is what youth leadership looks like. This is the future we believe in. 💙🌍

Well done, Ebenezer!
Cavalla Institute is proud. Liberia is represented.🔥🇱🇷

Today, it was a great honor to welcome Dr. Aziza SAID to deliver a lecture on the African Blue Economy Strategy. Dr. SAID’s presentation provided a comprehensive overview of the African BE, addressing the potential the strategy holds and how African countries can harness them. Further to this, she discussed the challenges associated with advancing a sustainable blue economy , emphasising the need for south-south partnership.

Thanks to our enthusiastic audience and dynamic team at CI-OG for such a topical engagement.

See you next month.

Actionaid Liberia Embassy of Sweden in Monrovia Conservation InternationalU.S. Embassy Monrovia, Liberia University of Liberia - UL Climate and Environmental Protection Initiative of Liberia - CEPIL

In honor of World Environment Day, the Liberia Ocean Governance Seminar Cohort 1 visited the Liberian Coast Guard to provide participants with insights into the practical aspects of ocean governance. The field trip served as an extension of the Liberian Ocean Governance Seminar, complementing lectures, group exercises, and the seminar itself. The trip offerred a remarkable opportunity for participants to engage with the Liberian Coast Guard and to grasp the significance of maritime security in Liberia.

During a visit to the Liberian Coast Guard(LCG) facility, a thorough overview was provided regarding the strategies implemented to address threats including IUU fishing, armed robbery at sea, vessel-sourced pollution, and other related maritime crimes. The Commander of the LCG , Col. Holman seized the opportunity to convey his enthusiasm regarding the participants' interest in the work of the LCG and praised the conveners for embarking on such a remarkable initiative.

Additionally, participants also toured the National Fisheries and Aquaculture Authority to evaluate the authority's efforts in sustainably managing Liberia's aquatic resources. After these captivating activities, participants took it upon themselves to conduct a thorough cleanup of the nearest coast guard facility. This was a recognition of the LCG's service and also a chance to showcase the skills they have developed over the last three days.

Embassy of Sweden in Monrovia
Conservation International
University of Liberia - UL
U.S. Embassy Monrovia, Liberia
Climate and Environmental Protection Initiative of Liberia - CEPIL