Communities of Practice
Regional networks advancing ocean accounting through peer learning and collaboration
About Communities of Practice
GOAP's Communities of Practice (CoPs) are regional networks that bring together ocean accounting practitioners, policymakers, and technical experts. These collaborative platforms facilitate knowledge exchange, peer learning, and capacity building tailored to regional contexts and priorities.
Each CoP is led by regional experts and institutions who understand the unique challenges and opportunities for ocean accounting in their area. Through regular meetings, workshops, and collaborative projects, CoPs support countries in developing and implementing ocean accounts aligned with the System of Environmental-Economic Accounting (SEEA).
Communities of Practice serve as the foundation of GOAP's global network, enabling practitioners to share experiences, troubleshoot challenges, and co-develop solutions that advance ocean accounting worldwide.
Regional Communities
Africa CoP
Focused on the Western Indian Ocean region, the Africa CoP brings together nations working to integrate ocean accounting into coastal and marine resource management. Led by regional partners, the community addresses data challenges and capacity needs specific to African coastal states.
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Established in 2020, the Asia-Pacific CoP covers Southeast Asia and the Pacific rim, supporting countries from diverse economic and institutional contexts. The community emphasizes practical implementation and South-South knowledge exchange among rapidly developing ocean accounting programs.
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Dedicated to Small Island Developing States (SIDS) in the Pacific region, this CoP addresses the unique challenges and priorities of island nations highly dependent on ocean resources. The community focuses on ocean accounts that support climate resilience and sustainable blue economy development.
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This Spanish and Portuguese-speaking network connects ocean accounting practitioners across Latin America and the Caribbean. The CoP facilitates regional collaboration on methodologies, data sharing, and policy integration to support sustainable ocean governance throughout the Americas.
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Covering the OSPAR region and Mediterranean, the Europe CoP brings together countries with advanced statistical systems and marine data infrastructure. The community focuses on aligning ocean accounts with EU policies and developing innovative approaches to ocean ecosystem valuation.
View ProjectsNorth America CoP
The North America CoP facilitates collaboration between Canada and the United States on ocean accounting approaches. The community explores integration with existing environmental-economic accounting frameworks and shares technical innovations in spatial data and ecosystem service valuation.
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Communities of Practice are open to government officials, researchers, practitioners, and technical experts working on or interested in ocean accounting. Whether you're just beginning to explore ocean accounts or have an established program, CoPs provide valuable opportunities to learn from peers, access technical support, and contribute to the global advancement of ocean accounting.
Each CoP meets regularly through virtual workshops, webinars, and occasional in-person events. Members share case studies, discuss methodological challenges, and collaborate on regional initiatives that strengthen ocean accounting capacity and impact.
To connect with your regional Community of Practice or learn more about participation opportunities, please contact the GOAP Secretariat. We'll help you get connected with the appropriate regional network and introduce you to the community coordinators and members.
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