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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

UN OCEAN CONFERENCE 2022 VIRTUAL SIDE EVENT Save My Spot The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI), in partnership with Development of Technical Capacity of African Nations (DOTCAN) and Masser Afrique organized the workshop “Ocean Advocacy: From Ordinary to Extraordinary” as a side event of the 2022 UN Ocean Conference . The workshop took place on the 30 June 2022, at 1pm – 3pm (GMT) . In this highly interactive virtual session, delegates were inspired to move beyond stereotypical perceptions of categories of individuals who can successfully serve as drivers of innovation and change to an understanding of the fact that anyone – regardless of background, profession or skill-sets – can be primed for great impact in advancing a sustainable ocean economy. They learnt about the unique role that youth have to play in using ocean scientific data to develop innovative solutions for a thriving blue economy, as well as the extensive, inter-disciplinary approaches that can be employed in doing so. MEDIA PARTNER(S) KNOW OUR SPEAKERS Dr. Sherry Scully Professor Steve Fletcher Mike Tinmouth Dr. Estanislau Baptista Lima Lawrence Dogli Anchor 1 This workshop will be held online via Zoom and in English language only. Registration is mandatory. THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING!! This event will be included in the United Nations Ocean Conference 2022 and has the support of the United Nations. Download Concept Note Here

INTERNATIONAL DEFENCE EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE Strengthening International Collaboration to Combat Terrorism and Transnational Organised Crimes ABOUT IDEC The inaugural International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEC) hosted by Ghana’s Armed Forces in Accra built upon the endeavours of Africa’s Armed Forces to enhance combined capabilities to counter the continent’s leading security challenges. This unprecedented event showcased the importance of integrating strategies and solutions across land, sea and air to solve challenges such as extremism, cross-border crime and maritime security in this region. The overarching objective was to improve regional development and security by promoting civil/defence partnership, both regionally and internationally. Through a series of unique platforms, the two-day event aimed to assemble Africa’s Defence Chiefs of Staff and senior officers and executives from and security agencies and global partners and advanced solution providers to improve combined combat operations and regional development initiatives. IDEC 2022 - Day 1 Highlights IDEC 2022 - Day 2 Highlights The Chiefs of Ghana Armed Forces look forward to welcoming you to Accra, Ghana VICE ADMIRAL SETH AMOANA CHIEF OF THE DEFENCE STAFF MAJ GEN THOMAS OPPONG-PEPRAH CHIEF OF THE ARMY STAFF REAR ADMIRAL ISSAH ADAM YAKUBU CHIEF OF THE NAVAL STAFF, GHANA NAVY AVM FRANK HANSON CHIEF OF THE AIR STAFF, GHANA AIR FORCE SUMMARY OF EVENTS AT IDEC VIP Welcome Dinner Opening Ceremony International Conference International Exhibition Cocktail Reception One to One Meetings EVENT IN NUMBERS 8+ Chiefs of Defence Staff 8+ Ministers and Secretaries of Defence 6+ Chiefs of Army 6+ Chiefs of Navy 6+ Chiefs of Air Force 40+ VIP Speakers 500+ High Profile Attendees 60+ Sponsors and Exhibitors 40+ Countries Represented 20,000,000+ Marketing Impressions 20+ Media Partners REASONS TO EXHIBIT & SPONSOR 01 LOCAL PARTNERS Meet and shortlist the best business partner that can represent your organisation in the region 03 THOUGHT LEADERSHIP PRESENTATIONS Establish pre-eminence amongst your peers 05 MARKET TRENDS & OPPORTUNITIES Keep up to date with market trends and identify new business opportunities. 07 USE CASE PRESENTATIONS Demonstrate how you have successfully helped otherdefence and security agencies through your solutions 02 NETWORKING & SOCIAL Use the exhibition floor to demonstrate your latest products and technologies 04 BRAND AWARENESS Multiple opportunities to increase your brand visibility, before during and after the event 06 LEAD GENERATION Increase new business opportunities from highly targeted audience Visit www.idecafrica.com to register now!

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! Name of Organization Email Phone Country Address Contact Person's Full Name Position Email Partner With Us! Thank you! We will be in touch.

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GoGMI IMSWG 會議報告 在加納發展藍色經濟；前景與挑戰 2019 年 3 月 27 日 由幾內亞灣海事研究所 (GoGMI) 在科菲國際維和中心的支持下領導的各種政府機構和機構專家代表以及海運業利益相關者之間合作努力的產物。 下載完整報告 GoGMI IMSWG 會議報告 海洋塑料垃圾，危害海洋健康和藍色經濟 2019 年 5 月 7 日 下載完整報告 GoGMI IMSWG 會議報告 區域和國家海事戰略 2020 年 7 月 10 日 下載報告 GoGMI IMSWG 會議報告 在加納實現可持續發展目標 14 的海洋空間規劃 2020 年 8 月 28 日 下載報告 GoGMI IMSWG 會議報告 加納海洋部門的性別主流化 2020 年 11 月 27 日 下載報告 GoGMI IMSWG 會議報告 發展藍色事業 推動幾內亞灣海洋經濟戰略發展 2021 年 2 月 25 日 本次會議旨在為區域和國家利益相關者提供一個平台，以確定和討論促進非洲海運業新技能和藍色職業發展的綜合戰略和具體行動。 下載報告 GoGMI 2021 年世界海洋日報告（在線調查） 2021 年 7 月 13 日 閱讀該研究所的世界海洋日在線調查報告，該報告調查了加納公眾對其與海洋聯繫的理解，探索在加納加強海洋掃盲行動的方法。 下載報告

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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 是在加納註冊成立的非營利組織。它構成了一個“智囊團”，供海洋戰略思想家、實踐者和盟友對影響幾內亞灣地區的戰略海洋事務進行互動、分享想法和研究。該研究所的核心業務是在加納和幾內亞灣整個海洋空間的安全、安保和環境領域進行戰略性海事研究、諮詢和宣傳。 GoGMI 的主要目標是從本土角度開展公認的研究並提供解決方案，從而解決當前該地區海事研究中當地意見和利益代表不足的不平衡問題。 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.

我們的計劃 Advo INTERNATIONAL MARITIME SECURITY WORKING GROUP IMSWG, housed by the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute, constitutes a working group of maritime experts and practitioners that spans across industries, academia, national, regional & international institutions and organizations. View More GOG MCF/SHADE FORUM On 26th April 2021 the ICC Yaoundé and Nigeria announced the formation of an International Framework to provide shared awareness and deconfliction for activities in the Gulf of Guinea. This online meeting hosted by the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute is by invitation of the SHADE Co-Chairs from the the ICC and the Nigerian Navy. View More INTERNATIONAL DEFENCE EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE The inaugural International Defence Exhibition and Conference (IDEC) hosted by Ghana’s Armed Forces in Accra built upon the endeavours of Africa’s Armed Forces to enhance combined capabilities to counter the continent’s leading security challenges. View More UN OCEAN CONFERENCE 2022 VIRTUAL SIDE EVENT The Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI), in partnership with Development of Technical Capacity of African Nations (DOTCAN) and Masser Afrique organized the workshop “Ocean Advocacy: From Ordinary to Extraordinary” as a side event of the 2022 UN Ocean Conference. View More NATIONAL INTEGRATED MARITIME STRATEGY The NIMS project which is under the Security Governance Initiative (SGI) and funded by the US and Ghana governments seeks to bring synergy in the maritime domain. View More MARITIME SECURITY STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION 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. View More BLUE CAREER AND BUSINESS EXPO 2021 The Blue Careers and Business EXPO is intended to create multiple opportunity-exchange platforms for young people to interact with maritime industry leaders and contribute to a robust blue economy in Africa. View More EARLY CAREER OCEAN PROFESSIONALS VIRTUAL TRAINING PROGRAMME The ECOP Training Course was held twice this year in March and November 2022 as a 9-day event to equip the youth with first-hand knowledge about Africa’s blue economy and expose participants to various career and business opportunities in the blue industry. View More VOLUNTEER PROGRAMME 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. View More THE BLUE MENTORSHIP 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. View More CAPACITY-BUILDING Capa RESEARCH MARITIME SECURITY INTERVENTIONS AUDIT This study seeks to contribute to the limited research on the complexity of maritime security interventions in the Gulf of Guinea, with the ultimate intent of illuminating viable pathways for harmonising collective efforts towards enhancing shared goals. View More Rese

成為 GoGMI 會員 登入 該研究所的核心業務是在加納和幾內亞灣整個海洋空間的安全、安保和環境領域進行戰略性海事研究、諮詢和宣傳。 Membership key benefits - A powerful ecosystem of experts, mutual support and direct value. Learning and Development: Professional development through our CPD scheme and expert-led training programmes. Knowledge Sharing: Member collaboration and knowledge sharing across key multilateral and industry issues with our partners and networks. Advocacy: Influence policy and regulation at international, national and sectoral level. Insights and Analysis: Get inside track from GoGMI experts on the latest strategic, regulatory, industry and stakeholder relations developments. Networking and Events: Peer networking and best practice sharing through GoGMI’s programme of member events, webinars and forums. Explore our comprehensive benefits Advocacy and networking - a force for maritime stakeholders - Influence the industry environment to work for your business and sector Participate in GoGMI national, regional and industry meetings reinforcing your company’s influence in shaping policies and regulations. Gain privileged access to a wider industry network, research institutions, state agencies and government stakeholders across key industry sectors. Access high-level stakeholder engagement & facilitation at national and international level, and extensive international network Attend exclusive member briefings on policy and regulatory developments, industry outlook, insights & trends. Benefit from GoGMI’s leadership and direction on key strategic issues and regulations Learning & development programmes - Upskill your staff with premium continuous professional development programmes . CPD certificate and diploma courses, short courses Covers a wide range of evolving industry, business and management topics, while also addressing the trends shaping the future of work. Customised programmes available Programmes support the key issues impacting industry Preferential rates for GoGMI members Insights, knowledge and networking GoGMI is at the forefront of top trends and issues facing maritime safety, security and blue economy development in Ghana and the GoG sub region. Here we cut through the noise to provide fresh insight into those big topics, whether its economic trends, issues facing the GoG security to the future of work, and stakeholder relations. Benefit from our member only research, best practice learning, innovation and industry thought leadership. Access to a year-long programme of member and industry events, including conferences, industry and networking events. Support on the application of industry best practice, and updates on upcoming industry policy developments and trends. Stay informed with our exclusive member briefings, webinars and insights on industry related topics. How to join GoGMI We cater for crucial roles within organisations, giving them access to comprehensive support to help them succeed and prosper. This includes your Board members, C-suite, public and corporate affairs, policy and regulatory affairs and HR practitioners and Environmental and Security officers. Membership is granted based on a points system that considers your experience and any relevant education or training in the industry. Anyone employed in the maritime sector or related fields, including students seeking to advance their careers, is welcome to join. As you gain experience, you can progress through our membership grading system. Additionally, group memberships are available—please reach out to our membership secretariat for more details. Download Membership Brochure Download Here STUDENT For anyone studying for a university qualification Read more AFFILIATE MEMBERSHIP For anyone just starting on their career path in maritime or who has an active interest in the maritime industry and wishes to take part in the institute’s activities Read more ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP Professional grade of membership for those with some experience in the maritime profession and/or who maritime qualification Read more MEMEBR Professional grade of membership for those with considerable experience/qualifications in the maritime profession Read more FELLOW MEMBERSHIP Read more SIGNUP

Meet the Team: Meet the Team 管理 COMMODORE JAMES OSEI KONTOH Associate Director Commodore James Osei Kontoh is an executive officer of the Ghana Navy with extensive knowledge in Maritime Security, Military Diplomacy, Leadership and Training. As the immediate past Ghana’s Defense Advisor to the Federal Republic of Nigeria with oversight responsibility in other countries including Togo, Benin, Niger and Cameroon he brings to the Institute wealth of experience and international network. He holds a Master’s Degree in International Affairs and Diplomacy from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. He also holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Information Technology from KNUST and New Jersey Institute of Science and Technology {NJIT}, USA. Additionally, he holds a Diploma in Public Administration (DPA) and Certificates in Crisis and Conflict Management(CCMC), and Ghana Security Sector Governance and Management (GSSG&MC), all from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). Commodore Kontoh’s background in the military has seen him undertaking a number of courses including Basic Naval Officers Training Course at the Pakistan Naval Academy, where he graduated as the best student in academics; Sub-Lieutenant Technical Course at Britannia Royal Naval Academy (UK); Junior and Senior Staff Courses at the Ghana Armed Forces Command & Staff College. He also attended Senior Officers Amphibious Planning Course at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group in Coronado, California – USA; High National Defence Studies in Paris, France; Managing Defence in the Wider Security Context Course at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) and African Cooperation Decision Makers Course at Nasser Higher Military Academy, Cairo, Egypt. As an astute naval officer with about 40 years of experience, he held various appointments both ashore and afloat. He was also a member of the Directing Staff (DS) at both the Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College (GAFCSC) and Armed Forces Command and Staff College (AFCSC), Jaji, Nigeria. Other prominent appointments he held include Director Naval Training, Naval Headquarters; Chief Instructor (Navy), Assistant and Deputy Commandant, GAFCSC; Flag Officer Commanding (FOC) Navy Training Command (NAVTRAC) , Western Naval Command (WNC) and Eastern Naval Command (ENC). Commodore James Osei Kontoh has participated in a number of international military operations including the ECOWAS Monitoring Group (ECOMOG) in Liberia and the United Nation Missions in Rwanda, Ethiopia and Eritrea. He enjoys listening to Gospel Music and playing Golf. LAWRENCE DOGLI Programme Manager Lawrence is responsible for the design and delivery of projects ranging from private and public advisory projects in ocean sustainability to large-scale implementation programmes, notably working on the delivery of policy recommendations on vital aspects of sustainability of the Yaoundé Architecture to the Heads of States of the Yaounde Code of Conduct (YCoC) member states, under the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) “Sustainability of the YCoC Architecture Project’’. Lawrence also supports the project administration of the Canada West Africa Growing Women and Youth Technical Capacity for a Safe, Secure and Sustainable Blue Economy (WYTEC Blue) Programme - (Scale up delivery of business development, entrepreneurship and skills, Phase 1 implemented in sub-Saharan Africa, Cape Verde and Nova Scotia, Canada). The programme forms part of Canada’s contribution to the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030). Additionally, Lawrence has worked for the Nigerian Martime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) on the Green Maritime Africa Coalition (GMAC) Regional office for Africa where he focused on the delivery of Intelligence and Knowledge Management for the accelerating of sub-Saharan Africa’s shipping industry transformation towards carbon peaking and carbon neutrality. In addition, Lawrence was responsible for delivering cross-exchange platforms for NIMASA, the Nigerian Navy, and the Inter-regional Coordination Centre (ICC) on maritime security and sustainability programmes under the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Collaboration Forum (GoG-MCF/SHADE), assisting regional navies and shipping industry with maritime security incident reporting and analysis for governments. Prior to these experiences, Lawrence has worked under the ECOP Programme through a Memorandum of Understanding with GoGMI, where he supported the design and delivery of the GoGMI-ECOP Training Programme on Ocean Sustainability and Exposure of Young Leaders to Blue Economy Careers and Business Entrepreneurship in sub-Saharan Africa. Lawrence holds a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Ports and Shipping from the Regional Maritime University. JULIET AFRAH OBENG Research Manager Miss Juliet Afrah Obeng has a staunch academic background within the maritime space. She obtained her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Fisheries Science at the University of Cape Coast, under the World Bank scholarship for the Africa Centre of Excellence in Coastal Resilience (ACECoR). Miss. Juliet Afrah Obeng is an ocean resource professional with about (9) years of progressive experience in fisheries management, ocean and fisheries governance, Aquaculture, Integrated Coastal Zone Management (ICZM) and Blue Economy. She is currently working at the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute (GoGMI) as a Research Manager. Prior to this appointment, she doubled as a research consultant/ assistant at the Africa Blue Economy Institute (ABEI), the African Union Inter-African Bureau for Animal Resources (AU-IBAR) - the Department of Fisheries & Aquatic Sciences, University of Cape Coast (DFAS-UCC), Ghana and the USAID Women Shellfishers and Food Security Project Phase I & II, Centre for coastal management, UCC. Her varied career has taken her to many institutions where she has been instrumental in research projects, advocacy campaigns, and capacity building pertaining to environmental conservation, safety, and maritime security. Being a visionary and supporter of conscientious stewardship, she remains committed to staying abreast of the latest developments in her field, ensuring her contributions align with the highest standards of excellence. HASSANATU ABDULAI Training Coordinator Hassanatu Abdulai is a flexible and resourceful person who is passionate in everything she does and a result-oriented individual. She is always proactive about seeking new opportunities to develop and grow. Hassanatu holds a degree in Bachelor of commerce (Marketing) and a master’s degree in MA Ports and Shipping Administration from the University of Cape Coast and the Regional Maritime University respectively. During her four years stay at the University of Cape Coast, she had the privilege to do her industrial attachments with the Ghana Cocoa board. In 2019, she also had the opportunity to do her National Service with the Ghana Ports and Harbors Authority where she developed interest in the maritime domain which later influenced her decision to have her master’s program in Ports and Shipping Administration. Hassanatu is currently serving as the training coordinator at the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute. ENOCH DZANE NIKOI Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator Enoch Dzane Nikoi is a very passionate creative designer, digital marketer, and graphic designer with an eye for style, color, and texture. He is a young graduate from the University of Ghana Business School, majoring in Marketing. He spent some time assisting some business startups like RecycleIT Ghana, Hair Communique, and also a co-founder of The Creative Potter, a graphic design company. He has worked with Heritage Discovery Learning Center and Cares for the Future of the Girl Child to bring smiles to the face of orphans at the Osu Children’s home in Accra, Ghana, and girls in the Amanten community, Bono East region, Ghana respectively. He is a sociable person and seeks to start an NGO shortly to help the community raise a better generation to come. He pioneered with his team, the social media presence of the Ghana Navy on Instagram during the time he spent serving as a National Service Personnel. Enoch currently serves as the Graphic Design and Marketing Coordinator at the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute. RHODALYN OWUSU Asst. Finance and Administration Officer Rhodalyn, fondly referred to as Ewurama by her supervisors and peers, exemplifies dedication and a profound passion for accounting and finance. She obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Accounting from the University of Professional Studies, Accra, Ghana, where she meticulously honed her skills and knowledge in Accounting and Administration. Presently, as a Level 2 student at the Institute of Chartered Accountants Ghana (ICAG), Rhodalyn remains steadfast in her pursuit of excellence in both her studies and career advancement within the field of accounting. Concurrently, she fulfills the role of Assistant Finance and Administrative Officer at the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute. Backed by a solid academic background and an unwavering commitment to success, Rhodalyn harbors aspirations of becoming a trusted professional in the accounting domain, poised to make significant contributions to Ghana's financial landscape and beyond. DISTINGUISHED FELLOWS AVM FRANK HANSON (RTD) Ghana Air Force AVM Frank Hanson officially assumed the role of the Executive Director from 9th of January 2023 at the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Institute. Prior to his appointment, he was the Chief of Air Staff of the Ghana Air Force from January 2019 to January 2023. He holds an MSc in Strategic Studies with Grand Strategy Concentration and as an adent Peacekeeper, he served with the United Nations and African Union as a strategic Military and Aviation planner. He is an expert in national and international security. An astute and highly experienced military instructor pilot. AVM Hanson has works with leading aircraft manufacturers to develop the "static aircraft carrier concept"; for Tactical Air support for Maritime Operations (TASMO) as well as offshore Special Forces Operations. His tenure at the helm of affairs at the Ghana Air Force saw a holistic interoperability between the Ghana Navy and the Ghana Air Force. Additionally, he has participated in several AU and UN missions across the continent and was part of the consultative team that worked on Ghana's National Integrated Maritime Strategy. He is an alumni of the Harvard University, the US Air University, the US Air War College, Command and Staff College, Ghana, Command Staff College, Nigerai and brings over 30 years of experience in deep understanding of diplomacy, global geopolitical matters, Aviation, National Security and Strategic Leadership to the Institute. REAR ADMIRAL SOLOMON ONYILO AGADA (RTD) Nigerian Navy Rear Admiral Solomon Agada was commissioned into the Nigerian Navy as Sub-Lieutenant in 1991. He has attended several courses in the course of his career which include the Officer Long Course where he specialized in Navigation and Direction, the Junior and Senior Staff Courses as well as Strategic Defence Studies course among others. Rear Admiral Solomon also obtained Certificates of Training from the International Institute of Humanitarian Law, Sanremo-Italy in international Humanitarian Law, Rules of Engagement, Naval Operations and Law as well as Advanced Course in International Humanitarian Law. Furthermore, he holds Certificate of Training in United Nations Peace Support Operations (COTIPSO) from the United Nations Institute for Training and Research, USA. His academic qualifications include, Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) from the Nigerian Defence Academy Kaduna Nigeria, Master in International Affairs and Diplomacy (MAID) from Ahmadu Bello University Zaria, Nigeria and Masters of Philosophy in Strategy and Development Studies from Bangladesh University of Professionals, Dhaka, Bangladesh. In the course of his career, Rear Admiral Solomon have held several appointments afloat and ashore some of which are, Commanding Officer Nigerian Navy Ship AYAM, Directing Staff at the Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji-Nigeria, Exchange Directing Staff at the South Africa National War College, Pretoria-South Africa and Directing Staff at the prestigious National Defence College, Abuja-Nigeria. Additionally, he was also the Chief Staff Officer Central Naval Command, Nigerian Navy and the pioneer Co-Chair of the Gulf of Guinea Maritime Collaboration Forum Shared Awareness and De-Confliction (GOG-SHADE) from April 2021 until 13 May 2022. He is currently the Chief of Training and Operations, Naval Headquarters, Nigerian Navy. Rear Admiral Agada is happily married to Barrister Mary Agada and the union is blessed with 3 children. He enjoys reading, listening to gospel music, walking and playing squash at his leisure. Hon. Kathleen Quartey Ayensu, Esq. Special Advisor to the President of Ghana Hon. Kathleen Quartey Ayensu is a multi-jurisdictional lawyer of the Bars of England and Wales, Ghana, and Washington DC. Since 2017, she has been a Member of the African Union Commission on International Law. The Commissioner is also the Special Rapporteur on Piracy and Maritime Security, similar to the Digest of African States’ Practice in International Law, and for the COVID-19 pandemic.Past professional positions include Attorney General of the British Virgin Islands, Chief State Attorney of Ghana, and Attorney in leading Washington DC law firms. In 2021 she delivered the lectures on Piracy and Maritime Security in the Gulf of Guinea to postgraduates at the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Centre, Ghana. Hon. Kathleen was a Special Advisor to the President of Ghana and the Council of State as a Member/Counsel regarding the aluminum and energy industry in Ghana. She served as the first Member/Counsel to the Public Procurement Board of Ghana. In the BVI, she was commended by Cabinet for the Territory’s rating at the CFATF evaluation and subsequently for bringing to fruition a commercial division of the regional court. In the USA, she acted as a legal advisor for the construction of the new Ghana Chancery building in Washington, DC, and worked on international specialized litigation. Hon. Ayensu has been a guest speaker and delegate at numerous international platforms. Academic qualifications: Master of Comparative Law, The George Washington University (1987); Utter Barrister, Honourable Society of Gray’s Inn (1976); Master of Laws, London University (1974); Bachelor of Laws (Honours), University of Ghana (1973); Certificate in Management of the Exclusive Economic Zone, International Ocean Institute, Malta (1980). Social: Member, Ghana Bar Association and District of Columbia Bar; past Member/Counsel, Board of Governors, Aburi Girls’ Senior High School; past Member/Counsel of the Bamboo and Rattan Network of Ghana. VOLUNTEERS - 2024 Cohort VOLUNTEERS - 2022 cohort 艾伯塔西果 執行董事 米里亞姆·奧塞·阿傑曼 活動和傳播總監 米里亞姆·奧塞·阿傑曼 活動和傳播總監 米里亞姆·奧塞·阿傑曼 活動和傳播總監 米里亞姆·奧塞·阿傑曼 活動和傳播總監