Mapping human tides.
Ocean Identity
NOUN
definition: the connection between an individual’s self-concept and ocean spaces.
(npj Ocean Sustainability, 2023)
What is the Ocean Identity Initiative?
Ocean Identity research aims to delve into the intricate connections between humanity and the vast expanse of the ocean. In light of escalating anthropogenic pressures on marine ecosystems, there's a growing recognition of the imperative to comprehend the relationship between society and the ocean for sustainable management and conservation efforts. Embarking on the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030), this project endeavors to foster a transformative bond between people and the ocean, integrating social and natural sciences to tackle the challenges facing ocean ecosystems.
Explore the Ocean Identity CONCEPTUAL Framework
This framework encompasses a list of different concepts that make up Ocean Identity, in the affective, cognitive and behavioural domains. It can be used to understand how individuals & communities interact with the ocean and how it shapes identity.
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Funding for this work was provided by Connecticut Sea Grant, University of Connecticut through Award No. NA22OAR4170093, Project Number R/ED-2.
