- City
- Barcelona
- Country
- Spain
- Stage of project
- Stage 1: Concept
- Sea basin regions
- Mediterranean Sea
- Topics
- Healthy and clean ocean
- Categories
- Arts: work or artistic expression relating to the ocean - visual arts (drawing, painting, photography, filmmaking, sculpting, etc.), literature (fiction, drama, poetry) and performing arts (dance, music, theatre)Community engagement - work with local communities to solve local marine and social challenges and with high social acceptance potentialOcean conservation
- Description
The Traditional Marine Knowledge Exchange project aims to merge Indigenous marine stewardship with contemporary scientific methods to tackle marine pollution and ecosystem degradation across European coastlines. This initiative targets coastal communities, local schools, environmental NGOs, and policymakers, promoting a deeper appreciation and application of Indigenous knowledge alongside scientific research.
Activities Include:
Workshops: Collaborative sessions with Indigenous elders and marine scientists to exchange conservation strategies.
Community Clean-Ups: Engaging locals in traditional practices that enhance marine environments.
Educational Outreach: Creating and distributing educational materials to schools and community centers about the value of integrating traditional Indigenous knowledge into modern marine conservation efforts.Project Timeline: September 2024 - August 2025
Contributors: Indigenous community leaders, local environmental NGOs, and academic institutions specializing in marine sciences.
This project not only addresses environmental issues but also fosters cultural understanding, aiming to establish a sustainable model of marine conservation that respects and incorporates traditional ecological knowledge.