On 14-15 June 2026, ahead of the 11th Our Ocean Conference, Kenya will host the first-ever OOC Research Symposium in Mombasa and Kilifi Counties. This dedicated pre-conference event will bring together researchers, policymakers, and innovators to explore how science and evidence can drive practical solutions across the six OOC Areas of Action.
As the first Our Ocean Conference held in Africa, the symposium will highlight the continent’s growing leadership in science-based ocean governance and strengthen the role of research in shaping action at OOC11.
All Symposium-related enquiries should be sent to: ouroceanconference2025@gmail.com, with oocsecretariat@wri.org cc'd.
OOC11 Research Symposium Poster Virtual Gallery
Explore and download the conference posters.
Book of Abstracts
The OOC Academica and Research Symposium will showcase a diverse range of researchers and innovations. Below you can find the full Book of Abstracts for OOC speakers and poster presenters. We invite you to learn more about their research and identify opportunities for collaboration. Thank you to all the presenters that have contributed to making the Research Symposium a success!
