Topic: Ocean Literacy

The Oceanography Society (TOS)

📚 Category: Oceanography

🏷️ Topics include: Technology; Ocean Literacy; Oceanography

📍 Country/Region: International

The Oceanography Society (TOS) was founded in 1988 to advance oceanographic research, technology, and education, and to disseminate knowledge of oceanography and its application through research and education.

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Society for Women in Marine Science (SWMS)

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📚 Category: Ocean Professionals; Multidisciplinary

🏷️ Topics include: Biology/Ecology; Data Science/Modelling; Scuba Diving; Diversity & Inclusion; Ocean Literacy; Environment/Sustainability; Fisheries; Aquaculture; Marine Science; Geoscience; Oceanography

📍 Country/Region: Africa; North America

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The Society for Women in Marine Science brings together marine scientists of all career levels to discuss the diverse experiences of women in marine science, celebrate the research done by women in the field, and promote the visibility of women in the marine science community.

National Marine Educators Association

📚 Category: Ocean Professionals

🏷️ Topics include: Ocean Literacy

📍 Country/Region: USA

National Marine Educators Association (NMEA) is a dedicated, influential member-based organization of classroom teachers, informal educators, university professors, scientists, and more from around the world working together to advance the understanding and protection of our freshwater and marine ecosystems.

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Marine Technology Society

📚 Category: Engineering/Technology

🏷️ Topics include: Technology; Career Development Support; Renewable Energy; Ocean Literacy; Scuba Diving; Oceanography; Meteorology

📍 Country/Region: International

The Marine Technology Society promotes awareness, understanding, and the advancement and application of marine technology. Incorporated in 1963, the international society brings together businesses, institutions, professionals, academics, and students who are ocean engineers, technologists, policy makers, and educator

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International Association of Aquatic and Marine Science Libraries and Information Centers

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📚 Category: Ocean Professionals

🏷️ Topics include: Biology/ Ecology; Infrastructure; Ocean Literacy; Environment/Sustainability; Fisheries; Aquaculture; Maritime; Oceanography; Policy/Governance

📍 Country/Region: International


The International Association of Aquatic and Marine Science Libraries and Information Centers (IAMSLIC) is an organization of librarians and information professionals involved in all aspects of aquatic and marine sciences and their allied disciplines. The association provides a forum to exchange and explore ideas and issues of mutual concern.

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IEEE Oceanic Engineering Society

📚 Category: Engineering/Technology

🏷️ Topics include: Engineering; Ocean Literacy; Technology

📍 Country/Region: International

The Society’s objectives are scientific, literary, and educational in character. The Society strives for the advancement of the theory and practice of electrotechnology, allied branches of engineering, and related arts and sciences, applied to all bodies of water; and the maintenance of high professional and ethical standards among its members and affiliates.

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European Marine Science Educators Association (EMSEA)

📚 Category: Ocean Professionals

🏷️ Topics include: Ocean Literacy

📍 Country/Region: Europe

EMSEA is a network of marine science educators acting as one voice across Europe and beyond. Our shared vision is a society of Ocean Literate citizens who recognise the vital importance of the Ocean, working together to ensure it is sustained for future generations. Our mission is to act as a hub for the European marine education community to promote and deliver Ocean Literacy across society by working with scientists, teachers, policy makers and the public.

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Canadian Network for Ocean Education (CaNOE)

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📚 Category: Ocean Professionals

🏷️ Topics include: Ocean Literacy; Indigenous Knowledge & Stewardship

📍 Country/Region: Canada

The Canadian Network for Ocean Education (CaNOE) is a registered non-profit and charity dedicated to advancing ocean literacy across Canada. CaNOE connects individuals and organizations from education, research, government, commerce, and Indigenous communities, working collaboratively to build a more ocean-literate society.

Driven by a volunteer Board of Directors and supported by hundreds of passionate members nationwide, CaNOE is a grassroots organization fueled by the belief that education is a powerful tool for ocean sustainability. Through its convening power, CaNOE brings together diverse voices to promote shared understanding, stewardship, and action for the ocean.

With a strong membership base and partnerships, CaNOE continues to grow as a leading national voice for ocean literacy, fostering collaboration, inclusivity, and lasting impact.

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Australian Marine Sciences Association (AMSA)

📚 Category: Multidisciplinary

🏷️ Topics include: Biology/Ecology; Oceanography; Policy/Governance; Ocean Literacy; Environment/Sustainability; Indigenous Knowledge & Stewardship; Socioeconmics; Coastal Communities

📍 Country/Region: Australia

As Australia’s peak professional body for marine scientists from all disciplines and for over 60 years has promoted all aspects of marine science in Australia. AMSA operates with a membership network of individuals and corporate affiliates as a not-for-profit organisation. AMSA has grown to be the major professional association for marine scientists from all disciplines in Australia. The annual conference continues to provide an opportunity for delegates from throughout Australia to get together to learn about the latest marine sciences research, and to benefit from the interaction with colleagues from around Australia and overseas.

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