Department of the Blue Economy - Antigua and Barbuda

12/08/2026

12/08/2026

🌊💙 Happy International Youth Day!💙🌊

Today, the Department of the Blue Economy celebrates the energy, creativity and leadership of young people in Antigua and Barbuda and around the world.

Thought the year the Department has support youth through our Mural Poster Art Competition, Primary School and Summer Camp Visits and out Information Campaigns all with the goal of ensuring ocean literacy gives our youth the knowledge to understand, value and protect our ocean, while meaningful youth participation ensures their voices, ideas and innovations help shape the decisions that will define our blue future.

As we build a sustainable Blue Economy, let us create opportunities for young people to learn, lead, innovate and become stewards of our ocean and marine resources.

Our Ocean. Our Youth. Our Future. 🌊🐢💙

12/08/2026

12/08/2026

🔵 Call for Applications: Apply now for the 2027 United Nations–Nippon Foundation Fellowship on Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea!

This fellowship aims to provide mid-level Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing States dealing directly with ocean affairs and/or the law of the sea with funded advanced training in the field of ocean affairs and the law of the sea, or related disciplines including marine science in support of management frameworks.

Participants will acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to support their States in the implementation of the legal framework set out in the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and related instruments, while also enabling them to develop and support comprehensive ocean management regimes, including within the context of the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

This nine-month programme consists of two phases:
1️⃣ A three-month training programme at OLA/DOALOS, United Nations Headquarters, New York (24 March to 30 June 2027).
2️⃣ A six-month research placement at an academic Host Institution participating in the UNNF Programmes, selected based on its expertise in the Fellow's research area (1 July to 17 December 2027).

🔗 Check the eligibility criteria and apply here: https://ow.ly/b7EK50ZwsGh
🚨 Deadline for applications: 13 September 2026

03/08/2026

02/08/2026

🌊 Strengthening Partnerships for a Sustainable Ocean Future🇦🇬🤝🌍

The Department of the Blue Economy was pleased to participate in a high-level meeting with representatives of the Campaign for Nature, alongside the Honourable Randy Baltimore, Minister of State with responsibility for Fisheries and the Blue Economy, and key national stakeholders to discuss Antigua and Barbuda's commitment to advancing the global 30x30 biodiversity target.

The discussions could not have been more timely, coming on the heels of International Day for Marine Protected Areas. The observance serves as a global reminder that effectively managed Marine Protected Areas are essential for conserving biodiversity, supporting sustainable fisheries, strengthening climate resilience, and securing the livelihoods of coastal communities.

Discussions focused on strengthening partnerships to advance marine conservation, sustainable fisheries management, marine spatial planning, sustainable ocean planning, and long-term financing for the effective management of Antigua and Barbuda's marine protected areas. Together, these efforts support a resilient Blue Economy that balances environmental stewardship with sustainable economic development.

Strategic partnerships remain fundamental to protecting our ocean while unlocking opportunities for future generations. The Department of the Blue Economy looks forward to continuing to work alongside national, regional, and international partners to translate these discussions into meaningful action for the benefit of all Antiguans and Barbudans.

🌊 Our Ocean. Our Future. Our Prosperity.

01/08/2026

🌊 Today, we celebrate World Marine Protected Areas Day! 🐠💙
Our oceans are among Antigua and Barbuda's greatest natural assets, providing food, livelihoods, coastal protection, biodiversity, and opportunities for sustainable economic growth. Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) play a vital role in safeguarding these precious ecosystems, allowing marine life to thrive while ensuring that future generations can continue to benefit from healthy and resilient oceans.
From vibrant coral reefs and seagrass beds to mangrove forests and critical fish habitats, protecting our marine environments is an investment in our nation's Blue Economy and our shared future.
At the Department of the Blue Economy, we remain committed to advancing sustainable ocean governance, marine conservation, and partnerships that strengthen the protection and responsible management of our marine resources.
💙 Healthy oceans begin with protected spaces. Together, let's conserve what sustains us.
Happy World Marine Protected Areas Day!

🌐 Today is MPA Day! Marine Protected Areas, or MPAs, are essential to protect and restore the health of the ocean, and the multiple services it provides. However, despite their importance, MPAs remain relatively unknown to much of the public and even many decision-makers.

Endorsed by the and led by a consortium of South African-based organizations, MPA Day seeks to change that by:

🔵 Increasing public understanding and appreciation of MPAs
🔵 Inspiring communities, schools and organizations to engage with marine protection
🔵 Highlighting the role of MPAs in achieving global ocean conservation goals
🔵 Encouraging stronger political and financial support for ocean protection
🔵 Sharing science, stories and successes on social media through and

By celebrating MPA Day, we acknowledge that protecting the ocean is not just a coastal concern – it is a shared global responsibility.

Swipe to learn more about MPAs, and find more information about MPA Day here: https://ow.ly/F4gb50Zu79s

31/07/2026

💙Nature’s Art

31/07/2026