Following on from the first UN Ocean Conference ever in 2017 and our pledge to support implemenation of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14 "Life Under Water", we will continue our efforts to link global issues - challenges and opportunities - to regional, national and local actions. The youth contest for Mundus maris Awards and events to celebrate World Oceans Day will again feature on our agenda as part of connecting us all to the ocean and its improved protection. We will continue to seek partnerships with others to increase reach and effectiveness of activities and this year start our exploration about the best ways to implement the small-scale fisheries academy.