This webinar originally aired on Thursday, May 14, 2026.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS WEBINAR WILL HAVE LIVE INTERPRETATION IN ENGLISH, FRENCH, AND SPANISH
Presented by: Colonel Momar Sow, Director of Senegal’s Directorate of Community-Based Marine Protected Areas, and Dr. Arthur Tuda, Executive Director of WIOMSA (Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association)
Description: The International Marine Protected Areas Congress is one of the most important global events for marine conservation. Hosted every four years, this event brings together professionals, practitioners, communities, Indigenous people, and decision-makers to share experiences and inspire future actions for marine protected areas and ocean conservation. The 6th International Marine Protected Areas Congress (IMPAC6) will take place in Dakar, Senegal, from March 22–27, 2027. As the first IMPAC held in Africa—and the final congress before 2030—it comes at a critical moment to assess the ocean-related 2030 targets of the Global Biodiversity Framework and advance “MPAs for a fair and resilient global ocean.” In this webinar, Col. Momar Sow, Director of Senegal’s Directorate of Community-Based Marine Protected Areas, will introduce the key themes and practical details of IMPAC6. Dr. Arthur Tuda, Executive Director of the Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA), will explore the current state of marine conservation and the challenges ahead. Join us to learn how IMPAC6 will help shape the future of ocean conservation—and how you can be part of the conversation. Live interpretation in English, French, and Spanish will be provided. Follow IMPAC6 on its website, LinkedIn, X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.
Hosted by: Senegal’s Directorate of Community-Based Marine Protected Areas in partnership with the IMPAC6 International Steering Committee and OCTO
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