On the first day of Our Ocean Greece 2024 Conference, Monday 15th April, Prof. Koundouri had the honor to address the Youth Leadership Summit. The panel discussion focused on the Role of Universities in fostering Multi-disciplinary Knowledge for Ocean Sustainability, and on the studies outside of ocean science that are crucial for understanding and managing ocean-related challenges like governance, market dynamics, employment, and other critical issues. One of the highlights of the panel was the insightful speech by John Kerry, the United States Secretary of State and former US Special Presidential Envoy for Climate.
- Dr. Raha Hakimdavar, Professor and Senior Advisor at Georgetown University
- Dr. Phoebe Koundouri, Professor, Athens University of Economics and Business & Technical University of Denmark, Chair SDSN Global Climate Hub, President EAERE
- Dr. Emmanuella Doussis, Professor of international institutions at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, UNESCO Chairholder on Climate Diplomacy
- Dr. Ilias Bissias, Adjunct Lecturer at the Department of Shipping Trade and Transport- University of the Aegean, Editor in Chief- Naftika Chronika Executive Director- Isalos.net
Moderator: Dr. Michael Scoullos, Director of UNESCO Chair & Network on Sustainable Development Management and Education in the Mediterranean, National and Kapodistrian the University of Athens, Chairman Hellenic National Committee MAB/UNESCO
The Our Ocean Youth Leadership Summit, in partnership with Sustainable Ocean Alliance, coinciding with the 9th Our Ocean Conference in Athens on April 15, 2024, signifies a commitment to involve and empower the next generation in tackling key challenges in areas like Marine Protected Areas, Sustainable Blue Economy, Climate-Ocean Nexus, Maritime Security, Sustainable Fisheries, and Marine Pollution.
