Black Ocean Citizens (BLOC) is a science-led grassroots organisation championing equality, access and justice in marine and fisheries sciences for ethnically minoritised communities.
Our vision
To make marine and fisheries sciences, ocean management and advocacy accessible and inclusive for ethnically minoritised communities (or black-, brown-, people of colour).
Our mission
We advocate for ethnically minoritised communities by breaking down systemic barriers, opening up opportunities and reshaping ocean governance. Through inclusive engagement, we bring justice, representation and innovation to the heart of marine and fisheries science.
Our work
Our work is driven by three core streams:
Promoting stories, knowledge and sciences of minoritised communities.
Advocating for inclusive decision-making oceans and fisheries management.
Engaging all minoritised diaspora communities, with a focus on empowering young people and ocean literacy.