• Understand Co-design Concepts (Understanding)
  • Understand the key principles and elements of co-design.
  • Explain the significance of co-design in the context of the Ocean Decade.
• Analyze the objectives and strategies outlined in the Ocean Decade's implementation plan (Analyzing)
  • Evaluate how co-design principles can be integrated into Ocean Decade activities.
• Apply the learned co-design steps to develop a conceptual Decade Action Project idea (Applying).
  • Apply the learned co-design steps to develop a conceptual Decade Action project idea.
  • Design a basic framework for implementing co-design in a Decade Action Project.
• Develop Joint Vision and Objectives for Co-design Projects (Creating)
  • Create a joint vision statement for a Decade Action Project.
  • Formulate specific, measurable objectives and expected outcomes for the project.
• Identify and Map Relevant Stakeholders (Analyzing)
  • Identify potential stakeholders in a project using co-design principles.
  • Construct a stakeholder map, highlighting their roles and importance in the project.
• Formulate Stakeholder Engagement Strategies (Creating)
  • Develop a comprehensive stakeholder engagement plan tailored to a project idea.
  • Propose strategies for effective communication and collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
• Design an Equal Partnership Plan (Creating)
  • Construct a plan for ensuring equal partnership in a co-design project, incorporating inclusive practices.
  • Critique and improve partnership strategies to enhance collaboration efficiency.
• Develop a Sustainability and Impact Monitoring Plan (Creating, Evaluating)
  • Develop a sustainable plan for a co-design project, ensuring long-term viability and impact.
  • Formulate methods for monitoring and evaluating the impact of the project over time.

Course content

Module 0: Welcome and Inception Workshop

Module 1: Introduction to Co-Design and the Ocean Decade

Module 2: Joint vision and impact pathway: develop joint goals for your Decade Action

Module 3: Stakeholder engagement and equal partnership: clarify whom to involve in your Decade Action

Module 4: Jointly conducting research project: project management and communication

Module 5: Sustainability: how to evaluate your co-designed project and make it last longer

Module 6: Participants’ presentations and course evaluation 

Instructors

• Rebecca Lahl, Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research (ZMT)
• Dr. Julian Lilkendey, Leibniz Centre for Tropical Marine Research (ZMT)
• Niccolò Bassan, IOC

Note that other invited speakers and facilitators may be joining some of the sessions. Names and affiliation will be updated once confirmed.

Pre-requisites 

IOC-UNESCO Co-design for the Ocean Decade is strongly recommended (optional).

Assessment

This training includes tutoring and group activities, to be evaluated through participation and performance. A Certificate will be awarded for completion of the course for those who successfully complete the course assignments, attend 60% of the synchronous sessions during the modules, and submit an enhanced proposal in the next call for Decade Actions.

Duration

Estimated time required to complete the course is 30 hours, starting from 22 April until 31 October 2025. Timetable will be discussed and decided together with the participants. (Note that time spent on extra group activities is not included). 

Minimum technology requirements

• Computer with Windows or Mac OS
• Latest version of either Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari web browsers
• JavaScript and cookies enabled
• Broadband internet access (minimum bandwidth of 0.5 Mbps (Receive and Send)
• Speakers or headphones, Microphone

Computer skills required 

You should be proficient in the following:

Certificate

This training includes tutoring and group activities, to be evaluated through participation and performance. In order to successfully complete the course and be awarded a Certificate at the end, the following is mandatory:

• Complete the course assignments;
• Attend 60% of the synchronous sessions (Modules); and 
• Submit an enhanced proposal in the next call for Decade Actions.

Note: filling in the course feedback survey is mandatory to obtain the course certificate.

Costs: This course has no tuition fees

Contact

OTGA secretariat:ioc.training@unesco.org

Cancellation policy

In the event of cancellation of the course by the OTGA or its affiliates, we will provide notification of cancellation at least 7 days prior to the course date. In the event of cancellation by the attendee, we should receive notification of cancellation at least 7 days prior to the course date.