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Empowering Women in the Blue Economy: Learning, Innovation, and Reflection

Following the momentum of Day 1, which set the stage for a more inclusive and diverse Blue Economy, Days 2 and 3 of the WIN-BIG Mediterranean Event shifted focus to hands-on learning and personal empowerment.

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WIN-BIG Mediterranean Event: three days of Impact, Innovation & Inclusion

The WIN-BIG Mediterranean Event brought together experts and changemakers to push forward one clear goal: making the Blue Economy more inclusive, diverse, and innovative. From policy discussions to hands-on workshops, the event sparked powerful conversations about gender equality, sustainability, and the future of maritime industries.

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WIN-BIG Mediterranean Event

Mark your calendars! WIN-BIG’s first Sea Basin Event is coming to Rome on March 26-27, 2025!

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You can also follow the conference on live streaming here.

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National Event Westmed Opportunities And Future Of Blue Tourism In Spain

On March 12, 2025, Madrid will host the WestMed Initiative’s national event: "Oportunidades y Futuro del Turismo Azul en España!

 

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Norway steps forward and initiates a Collaboration Agreement with maritime industry to improve gender balance
On 4 March 2025, the Norwegian Minister of Fisheries and Ocean industry announces collaboration agreement with maritime industry to improve gender equality in the sector
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University of Galway attends and promotes WIN-BIG project at the Conference Accelerate Action: A Celebration of Women in the Marine and Maritime Sectors
On 6 March 2025, representatives from the University of Galway, WIN-BIG project partner, promoted the Women in Blue Economy survey at the conference  Accelerate Action: A Celebration of Women in the Marine and Maritime Sectors
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European Ocean Days
Get ready for a week-long event with a series of dynamic and interconnected sessions relevant to maritime topics!
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Mná na Mara, Celebrating Achievement, Fostering Innovation, and Preserving Maritime Heritage
Údarás na Gaeltachta hosted ‘Mná na Mara‘ on 13 February 2025 at the Connemara Coast Hotel, Galway.
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Article on Mission Ocean and Waters service portal

The Importance of Diversity in Science: Highlighting Women in Mission Ocean and Waters.

Meet the women contributing to the goals of MIssion Ocean and Waters. Article on Mission Ocean and Waters service portal to celebrate the International Day of Women and Girls in Science 

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WIN-BIG Mentor of Future Leaders Programme speaks at the Giornata delle Donne e delle Ragazze nella Scienza"

Ms. Concetta Messina, one of WIN-BIG Mentors of Future Leaders, was invited to speak at the "Giornata delle Donne e delle Ragazze nella Scienza" in Erice, Italy, to speak on "Promotion of New Professional Skills for Women in the Marine Sector".

 

 

 

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Research Grant at University of Aveiro - Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies

A tender is open for the award of one Research Grant at the Centre for Environmental and Marine Studies (CESAM) under the WIN-BIG project.

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University of Galway presents preliminary results of the WIN-BIG Women in Blue Economy Survey
WIN-BIG project member Dr. Hasmik Grigoryan presents results from her work at the Economics discipline seminar (J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics) on 23 Janaury 2025
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