Join us for a Special OCTO Webinar Celebrating MPA Day
Tuesday 10 February 2026 (16:00 CET/17:00 EET/SAST)
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are essential for conserving biodiversity, supporting sustainable livelihoods, and building climate resilience. Each year on 1 August, the world celebrates MPA Day, a global effort to highlight the value of MPAs and inspire collective action to protect our ocean.
Join us on 10 February 2026 as Judy Mann-Lang and Katja Laingui present the evolution and growing global reach of MPA Day.
- Judy Mann-Lang will share how MPA Day began, what inspired it, and how communication principles have shaped its early growth and public engagement.
- Katja Laingui will discuss expanding MPA Day outreach across Europe and building new partnerships around the world.
The speakers will also offer practical ways for organizations and individuals to participate and help MPA Day continue to grow in reach and impact.
Don’t miss this opportunity—join the webinar on 10 February and become part of a global movement for ocean protection!
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Join us for a special OCTO webinar celebrating MPA DAY
10 February 2026, 16:00 CET / 17:00 EET/SAST