​Learn about research, hear from panelists, and join the conversation on why the ocean is important to Norwegians!

The UN Decade of the Ocean slogan is “The Science We Need for the Ocean We Want.” But what ocean do we want and who is this “we”? Here, we will tackle this question of what ocean Norwegians want. Enjoy an exhibition of diverse stunning Norwegian seascapes, selected from entries to a contest asking “What does the sea mean to you?” Learn about the Managing Ethical Norwegian Seascapes Activities (MENSA) project and the research conducted to explore Norwegians´ values related to the sea. Participate in an interactive activity on What kind of ocean do you want?, the theme of our new contest. Hear from a diverse panel about their experiences with the ocean, what the ocean means to them, and how to preserve these ocean values.

• Moderator: Mimi E. Lam, MENSA project leader, University of Bergen
• Johan Maaren, Student and researcher, Contest winner
• Birthe Stigen, Child and youth worker, Contest winner
• Sølvi Blindheim, Sea lover and judge, In the Same Boat
• Matthias Kaiser, Philosopher and author, University of Bergen

Finally, engage in a conversation with the panelists and other audience members on what the ocean means to you, what you think is important to sustain, and how this might enter policy. Mingle during the reception afterwards.

Free