The Initiative for Inclusive Dialogue in Nigeria (IIDN) was the Event Manager of the 2nd Symposium of the African Marine Environment Sustainability Initiative (AFMESI) that occurred on November 6, 2020. That activity was undertaken by IIDN in line with our mandate of promoting sustainable development in Nigeria.
AFMESI is a pan-African, non-governmental organization that has been boosting focus, knowledge and partnerships for cleaner, better protected and sustainably-used marine ecosystems across the African continent. The office of AFMESI is located in Lagos state, Nigeria. The theme of the 2nd Symposium was Marine Pollution Prevention and Control Towards Blue Economy.
IIDN coordinated the resource persons-mobilisation aspects, ahead of the 2nd Symposium of AFMESI. Speakers at the event were experts in different facets of the maritime sector and were drawn from both the regional (African) and international spheres. Given the COVID-19 pandemic, the event was held physically, as well as, accessed virtually.
There were several highlights of the event, including a set of resolutions that were reached to enable better implementation of pan-African collaborations and other vital strategies needed for a strong and healthy African Blue Economy.
IIDN was honoured to have been a part of the 2nd Symposium of AFMESI. Sustainable use of the marine ecosystems in Nigeria and across Africa are vital for ensuring equity, economic development and cultural preservation.
Please see below, the flyer of the past, 2nd Symposium event of AFMESI which contains a nod to IIDN:
