Ocean Literacy

Established in 2016 and formally incorporated in 2023, the Irish Ocean Literacy Network (IOLN) brings together a diverse community passionately committed to our ocean. Our core mission is to nurture a sustainable community of ocean-literate citizens across the island of Ireland. We believe that by working together, we can improve coordination and capacity building to help achieve our common vision of an ocean-literate society.

The Network consists of a broad range of sectors, including NGOs, public bodies, researchers, educators, private enterprises, and individuals across the island. Through advocacy, public awareness campaigns, and outreach, our Members collaborate to advance ocean literacy and protect our shared marine environment.