SUPPORTING WOMEN IS PROTECTING THE OCEAN
Women in Ocean Science (WOS) is a registered charity, global network and community that tackles gendered challenges in marine science and conservation.
UNESCO declared 2021 – 2030
‘THE OCEAN DECADE’
Their Vision to enable “the science we need – for the Ocean we want.”
Their Mission to drive ‘Transformative ocean science solutions for sustainable development, connecting people and our ocean.’
To achieve these goals, it is important that more women have a seat at the table, contributing their voices, expertise, and leadership in ocean science, conservation, sustainability and policy…….OUR MISSION
To empower women to thrive in ocean-related careers by providing essential support, training, and development opportunities. We believe that supporting women is protecting the ocean—by elevating female voices, we are fostering an international movement to drive meaningful change for our marine environment.OUR PROJECTS
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EMPOWER OCEAN
We create opportunities for local women from small island communities to become guardians of their own marine environment.
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WOS COMMUNITY
Our global community of likeminded women can access special events, resources and opportunities.
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AMBASSADOR PROGRAMME
We support a network of +100 relatable role models across multiple academic institutions worldwide.
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WOS x ICB PARTNERSHIP
We’ve teamed up with Integrative and Comparative Biology (ICB) to publish a special issue highlighting women in ocean science!
2025 is gearing up to be an exciting year for WOS and we need your help.
We exist solely to provide you with the support and resources that you need to thrive in your ocean-related careers.
You drive our motivation and direction
HELP US, HELP YOU!
Please take our 10 minute Women in Ocean Science Community Survey
Your insights and feedback are invaluable in helping us shape the future of our programs and resources.
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Exciting News!
UNESCO have selected Empower Ocean to feature in their 2025 campaign 'Ocean science in action'.
We’ve partnered with Integrative and Comparative Biology (ICB) to publish a special issue highlighting YOUR work as a woman in ocean science! Become a Member to find out more!
We’ve partnered with Oceanographic Magazine with our own exclusive WOS Column to amplify female voices in marine science and conservation