Partners
More than 50 partners are committed to work together to reduce fishing pressures on Mediterranean biodiversity and protect coastal ecosystems and communities.
The partnership brings together a wide range of complementary members—international and local NGOs, global organisations, private companies, and research institutes. Each contributes strengths that, together, make us more effective. Our network spans the Mediterranean basin, with partners and fieldwork sites located across all shores. Their expertise spans scientific research, policy and advocacy, MPA management, marine conservation financing, fisheries management, and capacity-building, including training and knowledge-sharing.
We believe that collaboration is crucial for effective marine conservation. It guarantees the sustainability of our efforts for conserving marine ecosystems and livelihoods.
COORDINATION
Designs innovative financing and management solutions to strengthen marine conservation projects, MPA managers, fishers and NGOs.
STEERING COMMITEE
Intergovernmental agreement supporting cooperation to reduce threats to cetaceans and protect all cetacean species and their habitats across its area.
Cyprus-based non-profit research and conservation centre protecting marine and terrestrial ecosystems through science, education, engagement and policy advocacy.
Non-profit foundation working to make the Balearic Islands a world-leading example of marine conservation.
Turkish conservation NGO protecting biodiversity and supporting sustainable land and sea-use systems through research, advocacy, communication and partnerships.
PARTNERS
Research lab at Aristotle University of Thessaloniki working on fish biology, ecosystem modelling, stock assessment, fisheries management and ocean digital twins.
Tunisian NGO based in El Haouaria, working on ecosystem protection, biodiversity, climate impacts, public awareness and co-management of Zembra AMCP.
Global partnership giving nature one voice, conserving birds and biodiversity by strengthening conservation action across borders.
Supports small-scale fishers in accessing EU funding for sustainable fishing projects through technical assistance and pre-financing solutions.
Turkish centre working on sea turtle conservation, rehabilitation, biodiversity, fisheries interactions, protected areas, nest monitoring and public education.
Turkish conservation NGO and BirdLife/IUCN partner protecting Key Biodiversity Areas, endangered species, nature’s rights and traditional land and sea use.
Menorcan non-profit protecting the island’s natural environment through biodiversity conservation, advocacy, education and community initiatives.
Greek BirdLife partner dedicated to wild birds and habitats through monitoring, conservation action, scientific data, advocacy, education and awareness.
EU-wide platform uniting low-impact small-scale fishers to promote fair fisheries, healthy seas and vibrant coastal communities.
Sicilian volunteer NGO focused on marine conservation, cetacean research, education, outreach, sustainable tourism, citizen science and social inclusion.
Mediterranean NGO founded in 1988 to protect sea turtles and their habitats through conservation, education, training, awareness and advocacy.
Network of Mediterranean MPA managers strengthening MPA management through knowledge exchange, technical support, funding facilitation and policy engagement.
Non-profit protecting and restoring marine and coastal ecosystems through nature-based solutions, circular blue economy, climate adaptation and stakeholder engagement.
International non-profit using its ecolabel and fishery certification programme to recognise sustainable fishing and support ocean health.
Supports small islands under 150 km² in sustainable territorial management through shared governance, training, resource protection and its Sustainable Island label.
Barcelona Convention regional centre supporting Mediterranean countries in protecting vulnerable habitats and threatened species, while strengthening MPAs, SPAMIs and OECMs.
Marine conservation organisation in Northern Cyprus working on turtles, elasmobranchs, fish, habitats, plastics, climate change and MPA management.
Turkish NGO founded in 1997 to promote marine research, conservation efforts and education on marine issues in Turkish waters.
Italian non-profit reconnecting people to the ocean, protecting marine biodiversity, using art for communication and aiming to protect 30% of Italian seas by 2030.
WWF Adria is a regional WWF branch working across the Adriatic and Balkans to protect biodiversity, promote sustainable natural resource use and advocate for climate action.
WWF North Africa is a regional WWF branch leading biodiversity conservation and climate resilience work with governments, communities and regional partners.
WWF Türkiye is a regional WWF branch working to stop nature degradation, conserve biodiversity and build a future where people live in harmony with nature.
WITH THE SUPPORT OF
The funding programme supports science-based, large-scale and effective marine protected areas to conserve ocean biodiversity and ecosystems.