#4 P. Ricard & R. Benzina: Women actions for the oceans
In this episode Jan Maisenbacher talks with Patricia Ricard and Rym Benzina to share inspiring backgrounds about the collaborative initiative “Women Actions for the oceans” (WAO). This conversation explores the WAO initiative, highlighting the importance of women's roles in ocean conservation, the need for concrete actions, and the creation of a global network to support and empower women in this field. The discussion emphasizes collaboration, community engagement, and the significance of sharing best practices and success stories to inspire action.00:30 Introducing Patricia and Rym and “Women Actions for the Ocean”03:30 The birth of women actions for the Ocean06:02 The role of Women in Ocean Conservation08:30 How to build this global network of women10:00 Collaboration skills women bring to the ocean table12:30 Reactions from others on WAO 14:30 How to join and get involved (Fill out the form if you are a ocean action woman) 18:20 How to connect with WAO in Nice in June at 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) 20:40 How to collaborate with WAO21:45 What action projects might get born in the future?Takeaways* Women are crucial in ocean conservation efforts.* Collaboration among women leads to stronger actions.* Togetherness is essential for impactful ocean action.* Men can play a supportive role in women's initiatives.* The initiative seeks to empower women from diverse backgrounds.* Future projects will focus on replicable actions globally.Sound Bites* "Enough bla-bla-blue-blue talks around the world” * "We need concrete action and we share concrete actions."* "Women build networks and coalitions - they don’t wait to have enough money, they just go."* "Togetherness is key for ocean action."* "Women are humble and strong together."More background information about Women Actions for the Ocean (WAO)The Women Actions for the Ocean (WAO) event will be held on June 8, 2025, World Ocean Day, as part of the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC3), co-organized by France and Costa Rica, in Nice. Following on from events celebrating women's actions, such as the one initiated by Women Ocean Guardians at the ‘Immersed In Change’ conference in Costa Rica, Women Actions for the Ocean is an initiative that highlights women’s actions around the world committed to protecting and sustaining the Ocean. Women from all backgrounds will be sharing their experiences and showcasing solutions for tackling climate change and the loss of marine biodiversity. Women Actions for the Ocean is intended as a forum for dialogue, highlighting the commitment and exemplary role played by women in the blue economy, governance, ocean protection and the resilience of marine ecosystems. Their presentations of successful initiatives will enrich the UNOC3 discussions, and help to shape new approaches to promoting concrete achievements for the Ocean, at the heart of territories and communities. WAO plans to gather a large number of video testimonials to feed into a social networking campaign which was launched on 8 March 2025 at International Women's Day. The campaign will showcase a large number of portraits of exceptional women, which will mark out the international calendar until June 8. It will gradually announce the inspiring women who have joined the initiative, and raise awareness among a wide and diverse audience in the run-up to UNOC3. During the event, the final documentary Women Actions for the Ocean will be screened. The sequence on 8 June will also be punctuated by speeches and discussions with the public. Furthermore, thematic panels will bring together experts on sustainability issues to protect the Ocean and the communities that depend on it. Our ambition is to ensure that a strong message on strengthening the role of women and girls in Ocean protection is included in the political declaration to be adopted at UNOC3. You are a women with action for the ocean? Fill out the form! Further WAO links to follow & connect: Youtube Channel with all womenLinkedIn Page InstagramFacebookLinkedIn Profile from Rym BenzinaLinkedIn Profile from Patricia Ricard This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit janmaisenbacher.substack.com
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