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مرحبًا بكم في معهد خليج غينيا البحري - GoGMI Date: 2nd April - 30th May 2025 Time: 1:00pm to 3:00pm GMT Venue: Online - Zoom Participants Only: Access Course Materials Here Rationale Overview GoGMI هي منظمة غير ربحية تأسست في غانا. ويشكل "مركزًا فكريًا" للمفكرين والممارسين الاستراتيجيين البحريين والحلفاء للتفاعل وتبادل الأفكار والبحث في الشؤون البحرية الاستراتيجية التي تؤثر على منطقة خليج غينيا. الأعمال الأساسية للمعهد هي البحث والاستشارات البحرية الاستراتيجية والدعوة في مجالات السلامة والأمن والبيئة في الفضاء البحري الغاني وخليج غينيا بشكل عام. الهدف الرئيسي من GoGMI هو إنتاج بحث معترف به وتقديم حلول من منظور أصلي ، وبالتالي معالجة عدم التوازن الحالي في الدراسات البحرية للمنطقة ، حيث يتم تمثيل الرأي والمصالح المحلية تمثيلاً ناقصًا. a responsibility to ensure its protection at all levels. Effective maritime security strategies could provide a unique framework for attaining this. What remains crucial then, is to ground relevant maritime practitioners and policy makers in the theoretical and practical underpinnings necessary either to develop purposeful and targeted maritime security strategies, or to successfully implement existing ones within national and regional contexts. This course is intended to provide such grounding. By exposing participants to key principles and best practices for developing maritime security strategies, the programme will expand expertise necessary to ensure that African states have the strategic guidance they truly need to address their peculiar mix of maritime threats and challenges. Course Outcomes GoGMI هي منظمة غير ربحية تأسست في غانا. ويشكل "مركزًا فكريًا" للمفكرين والممارسين الاستراتيجيين البحريين والحلفاء للتفاعل وتبادل الأفكار والبحث في الشؤون البحرية الاستراتيجية التي تؤثر على منطقة خليج غينيا. الأعمال الأساسية للمعهد هي البحث والاستشارات البحرية الاستراتيجية والدعوة في مجالات السلامة والأمن والبيئة في الفضاء البحري الغاني وخليج غينيا بشكل عام. الهدف الرئيسي من GoGMI هو إنتاج بحث معترف به وتقديم حلول من منظور أصلي ، وبالتالي معالجة عدم التوازن الحالي في الدراسات البحرية للمنطقة ، حيث يتم تمثيل الرأي والمصالح المحلية تمثيلاً ناقصًا. 01 Generate an understanding of how to develop maritime security strategies that address Africa's unique challenges. 02 Examine the primary features that enhance the sustainability of strategies and action plans or otherwise 03 Explore tools and techniques that can facilitate the implementation of continental, regional and national maritime strategy documents 04 Equip participants with the skill sets necessary to contribute meaningfully to maritime security strategy development processes across Africa 05 Explicate the implications of strategy development processes on the success or failure of national, regional and continental strategies 06 Develop the skills of participants to collaborate with stakeholders and partners toward maritime security strategy development and implementation Course Modules 01 Maritime Security Strategy Theory 02 Assessing Maritime Security Challenges & Opportunities I & II 03 Interagency Coordination and Stakeholder Analysis I & II 04 Mid-Course Practical Exercise 05 Ends, Ways, Means 06 Maritime Strategy Implementation 07 Case Study and Course Conclusion Course Beneficiaries GoGMI هي منظمة غير ربحية تأسست في غانا. ويشكل "مركزًا فكريًا" للمفكرين والممارسين الاستراتيجيين البحريين والحلفاء للتفاعل وتبادل الأفكار والبحث في الشؤون البحرية الاستراتيجية التي تؤثر على منطقة خليج غينيا. الأعمال الأساسية للمعهد هي البحث والاستشارات البحرية الاستراتيجية والدعوة في مجالات السلامة والأمن والبيئة في الفضاء البحري الغاني وخليج غينيا بشكل عام. الهدف الرئيسي من GoGMI هو إنتاج بحث معترف به وتقديم حلول من منظور أصلي ، وبالتالي معالجة عدم التوازن الحالي في الدراسات البحرية للمنطقة ، حيث يتم تمثيل الرأي والمصالح المحلية تمثيلاً ناقصًا. ADMISSION FEE FOR THIS COURSE IS $450.00 $405.00 Discount ends May 30th 2025 10% discount for early bird registration and members of the Institute Join Our Online Course Title First name Last name Email Code Select Phone Organization/Institution Position Register Now Thanks for registering!

The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI) is an NGO dedicated to maritime security research, advocacy and capacity-building across the West African sub-region and beyond. We are currently expanding our reach and impact, with the help of innovative and driven young individuals. If you wish to support efforts towards the development of a thriving blue economy for Africa, we would love to have you as an intern in any of the following areas: OCEAN GOVERNANCE / MARITIME SECURITY RESEARCH ADVOCACY AND CONTENT DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA MANAGEMENT To apply, kindly forward an application letter and CV to info@gogmi.org.gh no later than 28th February 2022 with the subject: GOGMI INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME 2022. NB. Internships are unpaid; however, the selected interns will receive a monthly transportation stipend.

Green Maritime Africa Coalition (GMAC): Advancing a Net Zero and Resilient Maritime Future for Africa Africa stands at the forefront of global maritime transformation with its vast renewable energy resources. By harnessing these resources, the continent is poised to lead global transition to greener maritime practices, fostering economic growth hand in hand with environmental sustainability. This vision led to the launch of the Green Maritime Africa Coalition (GMAC) at the 28th UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28) on December 8, 2023. GMAC is an initiative originated by the Maritime Organization of West and Central Africa (MOWCA), Port State Control for West and Central African Region (Abuja MoU), Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), and the African Shipowners Association with the support of the Race to Zero and Race to Resilience campaigns. It serves as a catalyst for continent-wide collaboration, addressing pressing maritime challenges and the global climate crisis. Why GMAC Matters: Environmental Imperative Maritime emissions significantly contribute to global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, necessitating immediate action to combat climate change. Global Commitments International agreements, such as the Paris Agreement and IMO's revised 2023 GHG strategy, mandate unified and collaborative efforts to decarbonise the maritime sector. Economic Driver Integral to African economies, the maritime sector fuels trade, employment, and the distribution of essential goods. It is a major off taker of zero emission fuels. Collective Action GMAC's inclusive platform fosters collaboration among governments, private sectors, civil society, and international organisations, facilitating collective change and harnessing opportunities for the benefit of African economies and its people. GMAC aims to: GoGMI هي منظمة غير ربحية تأسست في غانا. ويشكل "مركزًا فكريًا" للمفكرين والممارسين الاستراتيجيين البحريين والحلفاء للتفاعل وتبادل الأفكار والبحث في الشؤون البحرية الاستراتيجية التي تؤثر على منطقة خليج غينيا. الأعمال الأساسية للمعهد هي البحث والاستشارات البحرية الاستراتيجية والدعوة في مجالات السلامة والأمن والبيئة في الفضاء البحري الغاني وخليج غينيا بشكل عام. الهدف الرئيسي من GoGMI هو إنتاج بحث معترف به وتقديم حلول من منظور أصلي ، وبالتالي معالجة عدم التوازن الحالي في الدراسات البحرية للمنطقة ، حيث يتم تمثيل الرأي والمصالح المحلية تمثيلاً ناقصًا. GoGMI هي منظمة غير ربحية تأسست في غانا. ويشكل "مركزًا فكريًا" للمفكرين والممارسين الاستراتيجيين البحريين والحلفاء للتفاعل وتبادل الأفكار والبحث في الشؤون البحرية الاستراتيجية التي تؤثر على منطقة خليج غينيا. الأعمال الأساسية للمعهد هي البحث والاستشارات البحرية الاستراتيجية والدعوة في مجالات السلامة والأمن والبيئة في الفضاء البحري الغاني وخليج غينيا بشكل عام. الهدف الرئيسي من GoGMI هو إنتاج بحث معترف به وتقديم حلول من منظور أصلي ، وبالتالي معالجة عدم التوازن الحالي في الدراسات البحرية للمنطقة ، حيث يتم تمثيل الرأي والمصالح المحلية تمثيلاً ناقصًا. Join Us Today! First name Last name Email Phone Organization Position Country Join Us! Thank you! We’ll be in touch. Together, We Build a Greener and Resilient African Maritime Sector!

GoGMI membership is offered on the basis of an individual’s interest and contribution to the region’s maritime strategic debate; all applications for membership need to be accompanied by a personal statement and the applicant’s CV. Individual Membership GoGMI membership is offered on the basis of an individual’s interest and contribution to the region’s maritime strategic debate; all applications for membership need to be accompanied by a personal statement and the applicant’s CV. Members become part of an exclusive and prestigious network which they can access through the Institute’s events, publications and personal contact with GoGMI staff and experts. Our membership is intended for individuals with expertise and demonstrable interest in matters of ocean governance, maritime safety and security, maritime geopolitics and blue economy development. ANNUAL SUBSCRIBTION FEE: USD 50.00 SIGN UP TODAY First Name Last Name Email Address Phone Country Membership Grade Choose an option Company/Institution Position Go to Checkout Thank you for applying to become a member of the institute As a member , you’ll benefit from: Certificate of membership from the institute. Discount on registration for professional conferences. Exclusive access to our online library of resources Free participation in professional masterclasses and courses with industry experts on ocean governance and blue economy with certificates issued upon successful completion Exclusive invitations to our International Maritime Security Working Group forum series. Free access to GoGMI’s flagship Maritime Research Journal, The Gulf Spectrum The opportunity to lend your voice to the Institute’s forum, and contribute to our indigenous research activities and programs.

Maritime Security Strategy Development & Implementation: A Focus on Africa First Cohort - 2023 TESTIMONIALS ‘‘Joining the class as someone with very little insight into maritime operations and strategies, the course deepened my knowledge of maritime operations while broadening my scope of general strategy development’’. BIOS LIEUTENANT COMMANDER KWAME YELBUOR I am Lieutenant Commander Kwame Yelbuor of the Ghana Navy. I hail from Eremong Tangzu in the Upper West Region of Ghana. I hold a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Geography and Resource and Resource Development from the University of Ghana, Legon. I was commissioned into the Executive Branch of the Ghana Navy on 30 August 2013. I have obtained various training both in Ghana and abroad including Initial Naval Officer Training in Dartmouth, United Kingdom in 2015. I have served onboard different Ghana Navy Ships. I have held various appointments onboard GN Ships including Executive Officer, Watching Keeping Officer, Acting Navigation Officer and others. Some of the ashore appoints held including Acting Assistant Director Naval Intelligence from July 2019 to July 2020 and the Acting Operations Officer for the ECOWAS Multinational Maritime Coordination Centre located at the Osu Castle from 2020 to 2022. I am currently the Commanding Officer for Ghana Navy Ship EHWOR. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER EDEM KOMLA AKATI I am Lieutenant Commander Edem Komla Akati, 36 years of age and a Senior Officer in the Ghana Navy. I was commissioned into the Executive Branch of the Ghana Navy in September 2011, after 2 years training both in Ghana and the United Kingdom. In 12 years of Commissioned Service with the Navy, I have gained valuable experience as a naval officer serving in various capacities both ashore and at sea. Some of the notable appointments held at sea include Training Officer, Navigation Officer, Executive Officer and Commanding Officer (Captain) onboard various Ghana Navy Ships such as GNS EHWOR, GNS YAA ASANTEWAA, GNS NAA GBEWAA and GNS PRA. Ashore I have held appointments at various establishments including Flag Lieutenant to the Chief of the Naval Staff, Instructor Naval Faculty of the Ghana Military Academy and Assistant Director Naval Administration at the Naval Headquarters. I have also attended all career courses commensurate to my rank. These include the Royal Navy Young Officer Course in UK (adjudged Overall Best International Student) and the Navigation Specialisation Course in China. I have also attended the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) where I completed the Junior Staff Course, and Senior Command and Staff Course emerging as the Overall Best Student and Second Best Student respectively. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Aerospace Engineering from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, and Master of Science Degree in Defence and International Politics from GAFCSC. I am married to Louisa with whom I have 3 daughters, and enjoy watching documentaries in my leisure time. MAXIMUS ASHITEY Maximus Ashitey is the General Manager of Soko Aerial Robotics Limited, Deputy Director of the Unmanned Aerial Systems Research Lab (UASRL) and also currently the Deputy Director for the Soko Aerial and Signal Training School Centre for Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Research, Development and Education. He holds a BA degree in Political Science from the University of Ghana, Legon. Combining his passion for drone technology with a solid foundation in political science, he brings a unique perspective to the world of aerial operations. With extensive training and experience in operating drones, he is proficient in capturing high-quality aerial imagery and conducting precise surveys, and prides himself in delivering accurate and actionable data through advanced drone technology. With a deep appreciation for the transformative potential of drone technology and a solid background in political science, he is eager to continue leveraging expertise to support a wide range of industries and initiatives. He is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of endless with drones while adhering to the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. LIEUTENANT COMMANDER EMILIO OKYERE-DADZIE Lieutenant Commander Emilio Okyere-Dadzie was commissioned into the Executive Branch of the Ghana Navy in 2008. He has attended relevant courses both locally and internationally. Emilio holds a BSc Nautical Science from Regional Maritime University, Ghana, an MBA in Port and Shipping Management, MBA in Oil and Gas Management both from the National Institute of Business Management, India. Additionally, he holds MSc Defence and International Politics from GIMPA. Emilio is a Navigation Specialist, a Class 3 Deck Officer and a Dynamic Positioning Operator. Emilio has served in various capacities within the Ghana Navy both afloat and ashore. He is currently the Deputy Director Naval Research & Development at the and doubles as the Command Operations Officer for the Riverine Command. He is an Associate Fellow of the Nautical Institute and the Royal Institute of Navigation, both in the United Kingdom FRANCES JEMIMAH ANABIA-TIAH I am an TechIOSH with the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health Professionals and a certified Crisis Management person. A trained ISO 14001, 9001, and 45001 Lead Auditor and Lead Implementer currently works as the ISO Coordinator for the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, HQ. I am a certified NEBOSH IGC person. I am a member of the Authority’s Occupational Health, Safety, and Environment Committee and several other critical committees tasked to develop strategies for transforming the Authority’s business. I have represented the Authority on several local and international platforms. I possess an in-depth understanding of maritime regulations, operations, and processes. I have worked with the Tema Shipyard on a Secondment basis as the Business Development Manager for three years. I led a team to implement the ISO management systems made of ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001(now ISO 45001) for the Authority in 2013. I was part of the team that implemented ISO 27001 in 2022 I worked part-time with other local and international consulting firms on Strategic planning and ISO Standard implementation. I am committed to applying my acquired knowledge and skills toward improving business management processes.

IMSWG is the Institute’s flagship forum focused on stimulating dialogue and policy innovation aimed at addressing maritime security and safety concerns in the Gulf of Guinea (GoG) region. International Maritime Security Working group: Image يشكل IMSWG ، الذي يقع مقره في معهد خليج غينيا البحري ، مجموعة عمل من الخبراء والممارسين البحريين التي تمتد عبر الصناعات والأوساط الأكاديمية والمؤسسات والمنظمات الوطنية والإقليمية والدولية. هذه منصة لأصحاب المصلحة البحريين الدوليين في خليج غينيا تهدف إلى إنشاء شبكة لتبادل الأفكار حول القضايا البحرية. STREAM MEETING DOWNLOAD BRIEF REPORT DOWNLOAD FULL REPORT مجموعة عمل الأمن البحري الدولي IMSWG Download Concept Note Here يشكل IMSWG ، الذي يقع مقره في معهد خليج غينيا البحري ، مجموعة عمل من الخبراء والممارسين البحريين التي تمتد عبر الصناعات والأوساط الأكاديمية والمؤسسات والمنظمات الوطنية والإقليمية والدولية. هذه منصة لأصحاب المصلحة البحريين الدوليين في خليج غينيا تهدف إلى إنشاء شبكة لتبادل الأفكار حول القضايا البحرية. Registration Link: Download Full Report Apply Here International Maritime Security Working group: Files تقارير IMSWG تنزيل مجاني تنمية الاقتصاد الأزرق في غانا: التوقعات والتحديات تقرير الاجتماع الأول هذا التقرير هو نتاج الجهود التعاونية بين ممثلي مختلف الجهات الحكومية والخبراء المؤسسيين ، وكذلك أصحاب المصلحة في الصناعة البحرية التي قادها خليج غينيا المعهد البحري (GoGMI) بدعم من مركز كوفي الدولي لحفظ السلام. تحميل الفضلات البلاستيكية البحرية تشكل خطرا على صحة المحيطات والاقتصاد الأزرق تقرير الاجتماع الثاني هذا التقرير هو نتاج الجهود التعاونية بين ممثلي وكالة حماية البيئة والمكتب البيئي الإقليمي لسفارة المملكة المتحدة وخبراء مؤسسيين ، بالإضافة إلى أصحاب المصلحة في الصناعة البحرية التي قادها معهد خليج غينيا البحري تحميل الاستراتيجيات البحرية الإقليمية والوطنية: الآفاق والتحديات تم تنظيم الاجتماع الافتراضي الأول عبر الإنترنت GoGMI-IMSWG الذي عقد في 10 يوليو 2020 لمناقشة آفاق وتحديات الاستراتيجيات الإقليمية والوطنية في إدارة وإدارة الفضاء البحري لخليج غينيا. تم تجميع النقاط الرئيسية للاجتماع في تقرير. Meeting Video تحميل عرض كل التقارير

The Institute's corporate partnership engages institutions, organizations, RECS, industry, and private sector as crucial partners. Through substantive partnerships, networking opportunities, and event sponsorship, partners get unique opportunities to achieve business and corporate responsibility goals. Corporate Partnership Expert Counsel Corporate partners receive private advisory insights from GoGMI members who share their proprietary works from analysis on matters of ocean governance, maritime safety and security. GoGMI partners use these insights to fill knowledge gaps, promote constructive national and international engagements and regulate sustainable maritime business strategies. Knowledge exchange and networking Higher-level corporate partners receive invitations to the Institute’s monthly IMSWG Forum which includes top decision makers both national and international, governments and corporate leaders who gather to discuss pressing maritime issues of concern. Business Consultancy GoGMI provides project and business consultancy services for partners that require a deeper understanding of crucial maritime issues and analysis in addition to any economic and political dynamics to make sound decisions. For an additional fee, GoGMI will conduct indigenous research on commercially relevant issues which inform business decision-making. Corporate partners are given priority access to, and discounted rates for our consultancy services. The Institute's corporate partnership engages institutions, organizations, RECS, industry, and the private sector as crucial partners. Through substantive partnerships, networking opportunities, and event sponsorship, partners have with unique opportunities to achieve business and corporate responsibility goals. Our corporate membership paths include: Strategic Partnership: Strategic partnerships are intended for national, regional and International organizations who seek the closest relationship with GoGMI and its experts - including benefiting from the Institute’s visibility and leveraging on its network at the highest level with governments, business leaders and other development partners. Our Strategic Partnerships are deeply collaborative attempts for entities to offer progressive support that will enable the Institute to develop programs that address the most pressing maritime issues facing the Gulf of Guinea region. Strategic partnerships also include partner involvement in the Institute’s monthly IMSWG forum and international events attended by regional and international maritime experts and leaders. Partners who subscribe to this partnership are offered access to GoGMI experts’ analysis on a broad range of maritime issues. 2. Program Partnerships Opportunity to engage with the Institute’s leading experts by supporting a program, or initiative working on issues critical to your business. Program partnership is designed for both local and international companies and institutions seeking to further develop their knowledge and understanding of maritime governance issues from an indigenous perspective. Companies that have an interest in or are expanding into a particular region or market will particularly benefit from the events and briefings offered by this level of partnership. Program partners benefit from the unlimited resources of expertise within GoGMI’s network and staff through private curated briefings, closed-door roundtables with GoGMI experts, and invitations to members-only local and regional events. 3. Event Partnerships: Seize the Institute’s high-level convening power by supporting an event. Benefits are strategically tailored around the gathering and your organization’s interests. Event partnerships are suitable for both local and international companies who wish to benefit from GoGMI’s visibility, and to network with local governments, industry leaders and maritime experts. It includes a close relationship with, and priority access to, the Institute’s staff through private, curated dialogue platforms on maritime safety and security, ocean governance, and geo-politics issues. Events include; International Maritime Defense and Exhibition Conference (IMDEC) International Maritime security Working Group Forum (IMSWG) and Blue Careers and Business EXPO (BCBE) 4. Embassy Partnership Embassy partnership is exclusive only to embassies and high commissions. This membership category is available for embassies looking to create impact in different maritime sectors with expert insights and analysis, and support development projects. Embassy members get unlimited access to GoGMI’s expert research and analysis on strategic maritime issues from indigenous perspectives. They gain access to GoGMI’s exclusive event programme, specifically curated to offer in depth knowledge on maritime governance and maritime safety and security issues. These events provide unparalleled networking opportunities for members. Embassy membership provides also get to form closer ties with GoGMI experts and staff. Benefits: Nominate up to 5 to GoGMI who will receive publications and event invitations. International Events and Networking Invitations to select industry practice seminars Invitations to some member events, roundtable discussions, presentations and briefings Invitations to exclusive corporate breakfast briefings, boardrooms and webinars Priority invitations to exclusive events, such as VIP lunches or dinner meetings hosted by recognised figures from public and private maritime sectors. [Number of delegates] at the Institute’s major national, regional and international events and forums: Briefings and Consultancy Get expert answers to your business questions with up to [number of briefings] a year (depending on format) on key ocean governance, maritime safety and security, political, and economic issues as identified by you. Briefings are provided by GoGMI experts. Invitations to curated private roundtable meetings specifically designed to Corporate Partners’ needs with relevant and pressing topics and discussions [Number of delegates] at the Institute’s major national, regional and international events and forums: Publications and Resources Receive up to [depending on how many forums are held in a year] per year of the Institute’s publications: The IMSWG Forum, providing in-depth analysis of general strategic issues Online access to the Members area of GoGMI website, including access to publications recorded webinars. Access to presentations Partner With Us Today! 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GoGMI CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (CPD) SCHEME What CPDs? The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI) is a non-profit think-tank driving innovative research, capacity building and advocacy in maritime safety, security, and blue economy development in the Gulf of Guinea region. GoGMI is committed to inspiring innovative thinking, encouraging interdisciplinary research, and providing global engagement and networking while equipping professionals with the advanced skills and knowledge organisations and communities seek. Our CPD Toolkit is global and individualised, collaborative and challenging, deep in the Institute’s expertise and driven by its focal areas of work - innovative research, advocacy, and capacity building. The Toolkit is available for members to use and is an essential tool to track what you learn in the maritime industry and its affiliations. Our Toolkit incorporates essential employability skills and experiential learning within your membership journey. So whether you want to kick start a new career or transition to the next stage of your professional/academic journey, our CDP scheme will support you to hit the ground running and ensure you stand out from the crowd with new ideas and perspectives. Maintaining your membership status with the Institute involves completing a minimum of 20 points each year. Visit www.gogmi.org/cpd to download the CPD Toolkit and begin your membership journey now! CPD is compulsory for maritime professionals - and having at least two years of completed CPD is essential for any maritime professional who wants to upgrade to Associate level, and three years for Fellowship level. WHY SHOULD YOU TRACK YOUR CPD? Track how you seek knowledge, optimise and reach success Help you to stand out in today’s competitive workplace Achieve recognition, with your CPD Certificate of Completion when you reach 20 points Empower you to turn your ideas into action Support your academic and career development WHAT COUNTS AS CPD ACTIVITY? The CPD activities are specific to each category. If you have questions, please contact the Membership Secretariat. FORMAL Learning, including member events, seminars, conferences, course and qualification, all of which can be provided by GoGMI or other organisations. INFORMAL Learning, such as working group activity, publishing articles, mentoring, etc, often aimed at educating or supporting the development of others. Check the Toolkit for more information about CPD activities. HOW DOES CPD WORK? The CPD Scheme cycle runs from Ist January to 31st December each year (pro-rata for those joining the scheme path way through the year). Once you reach 20 points, be sure to submit your CPD Toolkit, where it will be verified and you will receive a Certificate of Completion. Download CPD Activity list Download Here Download CPD Toolkit Download Here

We cannot do it alone.... Safeguarding our ocean space is a mammoth task that requires active collaboration across a broad range of stakeholders. While GoGMI has chalked some remarkable successes in the areas of ocean governance and maritime security, we cannot do it alone. By supporting the work of the Institute, you contribute meaningfully to advancing a sustainable, safe and secure maritime space in the Gulf of Guinea and beyond - one that ultimately impacts the livelihoods across the African continent. Support our major trainings and programmes Blue Mentorship Programme Read more How to DONATE: Kindly fill out the form below to support us today or contact us now via info@gogmi.org.gh ! Support Our Cause First Name Last Name Email Choose an option Choose an option Donate in the name of: Honoree name: How did you hear about us? Enter the amount you wish to pay: $ Donate

The Institute generates funds through a broad range of sources including consultancy services, grants, solicitations, competitive bids, and services to partners. These funds may be payable on an annual basis or over a period of time or be given as a one-time payment for service rendered. The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute is a non-profit think-tank organization that mobilizes and receives funding from diverse donor bases, in collaboration with allies and partners, to shape solutions to ocean challenges The Institute generates funds through a broad range of sources including consultancy services, grants, solicitations, competitive bids and services to partners. These funds may be payable on an annual basis or over a period of time, or be given as one-time payment for service rendered. The Institute leverages on its worldwide engagement approaches to develop practical solutions for today’s most pressing maritime issues that are in line with its mission. By building consensus and mobilizing durable partnerships, we transform ideas into actions. GoGMI هي منظمة غير ربحية تأسست في غانا. ويشكل "مركزًا فكريًا" للمفكرين والممارسين الاستراتيجيين البحريين والحلفاء للتفاعل وتبادل الأفكار والبحث في الشؤون البحرية الاستراتيجية التي تؤثر على منطقة خليج غينيا. الأعمال الأساسية للمعهد هي البحث والاستشارات البحرية الاستراتيجية والدعوة في مجالات السلامة والأمن والبيئة في الفضاء البحري الغاني وخليج غينيا بشكل عام. الهدف الرئيسي من GoGMI هو إنتاج بحث معترف به وتقديم حلول من منظور أصلي ، وبالتالي معالجة عدم التوازن الحالي في الدراسات البحرية للمنطقة ، حيث يتم تمثيل الرأي والمصالح المحلية تمثيلاً ناقصًا. Disclosure The Institute maintains a consistent disclosure policy and will acknowledge publicly the source of the funding. Intellectual Ownership The Institute requires all sponsors to agree to the Institute maintaining intellectual ownership of our work, including any product(s) resulting from the project. Diversity and Inclusion The Institute—through each of its projects—endeavors to take into account a range of views and participants.

A mentorship programme to enable the youth in the Blue Economy. THE BLUE MENTORSHIP PROGRAMME BACKGROUND The Role of Youth in Developing Africa’s Blue Economy “Blue” resources linked to Africa’s extensive aquatic bodies are core to the continent’s economic growth and will continue to be a crucial driver for strategic development of the national economies. The commitment to develop Africa’s blue economy is demonstrated in the various national and regional strategy documents including: Africa's Blue Economy: A policy handbook; Africa Blue Economy Strategy and its Implementation Plan (2021 – 2025); and various country-level blue economy strategies. The next generation of young maritime leaders will play an important role in driving innovation and change as the continent strives for socio-economic advancement through a vibrant blue economy. To be able to truly transform Africa’s ocean economy, we need a future workforce that is more digitized, innovative and diverse, and that requires actively employing and leveraging on the unique skills of Africa’s youth today. The revitalization of existing ocean sectors and the industrialization of emerging ones have highlighted the great need for cooperation towards technology and innovation transition. In a post-COVID era, youth bear great potential to contribute to the: co-creation of international frameworks and guidelines to protect the blue environment; investment in innovation, technologies and human capital for developing ocean sectors; actions geared towards effective biodiversity and environmental conservation as well as mitigation of the effects of climate change; shaping of national visions for sustainable blue economy; enhancement of entrepreneurship within the blue economy; and provision of maritime domain awareness solutions to improve monitoring, control and surveillance of activities in the blue space. Creating a viable platform for youth to engage in Africa’s blue economy trajectory has been at the heart of the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute’s Blue Mentorship Program. GoGMI’s Youth Engagement in Africa’s Blue Economy Trajectory In November 2021, the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI) held its flagship Blue Career and Business Expo (BCBE) as a response to concerns raised at a stakeholder forum organized by the Institute in 2020 to deliberate on the topic, ‘Gender mainstreaming in Ghana’s maritime sector’. At this forum, participants highlighted that most Ghanaian youth have limited knowledge and appreciation of the ocean’s significance to the national economy, and fail to recognise the need to be part of providing the needed solutions to promote its sustainable development. The under-representation of females in the maritime sector, despite efforts put in place to put them at par with their male counterparts in the sector, was also echoed. Participants further indicated the need to increase young people’s knowledge on the opportunities available to them in the maritime sector, in terms of career development. BCBE thus created multi-opportunity exchange platforms for young people to learn from maritime industry leaders across the country and to gain an appreciation of the range of opportunities within Ghana’s blue economy sectors. The Expo was attended by over 200 individuals, including high profile personalities, maritime industry practitioners, students and other relevant stakeholders. The BCBE was not meant to be a single event, but rather, the first in a series of events aimed at actively engaging African youth in the path towards building a resilient blue economy for the continent. As intended, the BCBE was used to initiate a Mentorship Programme for which several of the participating youth showed interest. This year, GoGMI intends to go a step further by selecting thirty young individuals to be engaged in its Blue Mentorship Programme – a full mentorship and grooming experience intended to prime them for blue success. ABOUT THE PROGRAMME The Blue Mentorship Programme is an African maritime accelerator intended to encourage youth to engage in sustainable blue economy careers and to offer them support through their business, entrepreneurial or career progression journey. The entire programme is intended to have the following impacts: Serve as an incubation hub for blue economy start-ups Provide learning and support for youth through their career, entrepreneurial or business journey Facilitate youth engagement with corporate and industry partners who are passionate about innovation, diversity and inclusion of young minds in the development of Africa’s blue economy Provide youth with access to maritime industry mentorship, support services, educational and networking events, while keeping them updated on the latest new, developments and engagements in Africa’s blue economy community Beyond mentorship, the programme aims to achieve this by offering a wide range of curated platforms for young people who have an interest in maritime careers or businesses to meet, share and collaborate on different fronts while expanding their skill-set and knowledge base Blue Mentorship Programme Thematic Areas: Maritime Safety & Security Renewable & Non-renewable energy Fisheries & Aquaculture Shipping & Maritime Trade Environmental Sustainability & Climate Change Maritime Tourism Academia & Research Ocean Govenrance THE BIGGER PICTURE: A MARITIME BUSINESS INCUBATOR Beyond the Blue Mentorship Programme, GoGMI aims to expand its engagement with youth to develop a Maritime Business Incubator (MBI) which will, through a combination of progammes, partner with global maritime industry and practitioners to provide solutions and resources to improve career and business connections and financing for innovations in blue start-ups and entrepreneurial activities in the Gulf of Guinea region. The Incubator will achieve this by offering a wide range of curated platforms for young people, entrepreneurs and business men and women who have an interest in a maritime career or business to meet, share and collaborate on different projects and activities while developing skills and knowledge using extensive resource hubs and directories. Through the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute and partners network, individuals who are interested in starting a blue business or have plans to build their career in any blue economy sector can learn and find support throughout the lifespan of their business, career and entrepreneurial journey. The MBI will also collaborate with academia to develop collaborative research networks across the sub region dedicated to enhancing indigenous understanding of Africa’s blue economy sectors and publish the ideas that address how to best identify, nurture, and develop careers and businesses in a publicly accessible collection. Private sector will be involved in the Incubator’s programmes to help bring about an innovative spirit of change for young entrepreneurs and the Gulf of Guinea region blue economy business community. THEMES OF THE INCUBATOR Entrepreneurship Mentorship Maritime Innovation Networking and Knowledge-Sharing Blue Human Capital Innovation The Incubator’s networking events will bring together young minds who have interests in different blue economy careers and businesses on common platforms including conferences, boardrooms, workshops, policy-making councils, roundtables, fireside chats, etc. These networks will then connect young minds with lifelong relationships, pairing them with corporate and industry members and providing them the opportunity to have discourses on careers and businesses to better analyse and find solutions to challenging issues these young people face. The MBI will also feature a Maritime Data Hub which will serve as a one-stop data repository for the development and test-bedding of new digital applications and services for the maritime industry, and a community journal which will feature relevant community blog posts and articles aimed at enhancing knowledge and information sharing GoGMI is reaching out to all maritime stakeholders and businesses with interest in building a robust blue economy for Africa to support the Program via three different pathways: Expertise Partnership Expertise partners to the program contribute by granting requisite advice and technical knowledge to the GoGMI team in the course of the program. More importantly, expertise partners will provide a pool of skilled and highly accomplished individuals across the continent’s blue economy sectors who will serve as mentors. Click here to support us TODAY! Click here to support us TODAY! Financial Partnership Financial partners will contribute by: • Directly funding specific activities or elements of the programme e.g., data services, virtual platform services, etc. • Providing a lump sum in support of the entire programme as detailed in the concept note attached. • Making recurrent donations to ensure continuity of activities under the programme. Click here to support us TODAY! Click here to support us TODAY! Media Partnership Media partners will contribute to the program by publicizing the program’s activities such as the launch, Blue Success Speaker Series (BLUESSS), the Blue Economy Innovation Challenge, etc Click here to support us TODAY! Click here to support us TODAY! You are welcome to apply for the Blue Mentorship Programme today! Are you - or is someone you know - a young person aged 18-30 that is passionate about innovation, diversity and inclusion in the development of Africa’s blue economy or looking for support through their business, entrepreneurial or career progression journey? Why not apply to join the Blue Mentorship Programme? Participants of Blue Mentorship Programme have the opportunity to: Contribute to articles on the mentorship programme webpage; Take part in our mentorship events; Learn about Africa’s maritime and blue economy affairs from Gulf of Guinea experts; Meet other young people from Africa who are interested in Africa’s blue economy development; Get your innovative ideas heard by key people in African governments and international organizations; Develop your knowledge, career and business development skills. Selection Guidelines and Eligibility Applications are open for undergraduate students, graduate students, students in higher-level vocational training and young industry professionals. Note: Under-represented or marginalized groups, including females and young people in coastal communities are especially encouraged to apply. Applicants must be/have: Aged between 18 and 30 years old and currently living in an African country; Good working knowledge of English, French or Portuguese; Passionate, engaged and active in their local community. APPLICATIONS HAVE CLOSED!!! Deadline: Applications should be sent no later than 5th September, 2022. Applicants will be notified about their application outcome within a week of the application closing date. Why You Should Apply Rare opportunity to network with maritime industry leaders across the African region and to gain deeper understanding of the range of opportunities within the region’s blue economy sectors Opportunity to hear first-hand accounts from successful blue economy entrepreneurs and ocean innovators to guide individual’s blue career and entrepreneurship pursuits Immense prospects to build on lessons learned to generate and expand on sustainable blue economy ideas, and receive business support through a year-long Maritime Business Incubator Download Concept Note for detailed information here