If you are a student or early-career professional passionate about ocean sustainability, applications are now open for the EU4Ocean Summer School on Ocean Literacy & Collaboration for 2025. This intensive 5-day training program is designed to enhance skills and promote collaborative approaches in developing and implementing ocean-related projects.
Program Summary
Location: Venice, Italy
Host Institutions: EU4Ocean Coalition, in collaboration with local partners
Applicant Level : Master's and PhD students, early-career professionals
Focus Fields: Oceanography, marine biology, environmental science, maritime studies, and related disciplines
Funding and Coverage: Not specified
Duration: June 29 to July 4, 2025
Application Deadline: March 16, 2025
Start Date: June 29, 2025
Eligible To: Students and early-career professionals from EU and non-EU countries in the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions
EU4Ocean Summer School Overview
The EU4Ocean Summer School aims to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to lead cultural shifts in ocean science. The 2025 edition focuses on the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions, emphasizing nature-based solutions. The curriculum includes:
International Initiatives: Understanding the objectives and actions of the EU4Ocean Coalition, Youth4Ocean Forum, and the United Nations Ocean Decade.
Youth Engagement: Strategies to amplify youth-driven ocean initiatives within the UN Ocean Decade framework.
Collaborative Skills: Practical training for effective collaboration in ocean-related projects, highlighting shared responsibility and collective action.
Diverse Knowledge Systems: Incorporating various knowledge systems into ocean science and policy.
Communication and Storytelling: Enhancing skills to effectively communicate ocean projects.
Benefits and Coverage
While specific funding details are not provided, participants will benefit from:
Expert-Led Sessions: Access to lectures and workshops led by international experts in ocean literacy and sustainability.
Networking Opportunities: Building connections with peers and professionals from diverse backgrounds.
Practical Experience: Engaging in hands-on activities and collaborative projects focused on real-world ocean challenges.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for EU4Ocean Summer School, Applicants should:
Be enrolled in or have completed a Master's or PhD program, or be early-career professionals.
Demonstrate a strong interest in ocean sustainability and collaboration.
Be from EU or non-EU countries in the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions.
Be proficient in English.
Application Procedure
1. Complete the Application Form:
Fill out the online application form available here.
2. Prepare Supporting Documents:
While specific documents are not listed, applicants should be ready to provide academic transcripts, a resume/CV, and a personal statement.
3. Submit by Deadline: Ensure all materials are submitted by March 16, 2025, 11:00 PM CET.
Selection Criteria:
Gender balance
Geographical representation
Age: Up to 35 years old
Diverse academic and professional backgrounds
Priority to applicants from the Mediterranean and Black Sea regions, as well as members of the Youth4Ocean Forum and Early Career Ocean Professionals (ECOPs)
Additional Information
Notification: Successful candidates will be informed by March 21, 2025. Please check your email, including spam folders.
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