Life on earth depends on the ocean.
changed the global environment, including the ocean.
the ocean and its goods and services.
to find new methods to assess our impacts and manage our activities.
cooperation and the application of science-based knowledge.
projects funded by the Global Environment Facility.
My name is Colleen Maloney.
I am an associate professor at the University of Cape Town in South Africa.
understand how marine ecosystems function and how they're impacted by global change.
to tackle the complex issues facing marine ecosystems.
If we are to find solutions, we need a team effort.
And our team members need a diversity of backgrounds, skills and abilities.
who will help introduce you to the large marine ecosystem approach.
Atmospheric Administration in the United States.
become an active member of our expanding team.
marine resources and sustains healthy marine ecosystems.
that underpin the assessment and management of large marine ecosystems.
to assist in implementing best practices.
And we'll showcase those tools and concepts using real world examples.
knowledge to advance sustainable development of the world's oceans.