We co-create and execute disruptive and transformative actions and activities!
The second in-person #BlueGenesCommunity workshop gathered
around 30
individuals, including artists, scientists, and
activists, at a three-day co-creative retreat at Club Nàutic
Cala Canyelles, Spain.
The objective was to advance the dialogue
from the previous workshop and develop a community project focused on finding new narratives and promote actions that
increase the connection and commitment to the marine environment
through Arts and Sciences. Additionally, the community developed
the content of the upcoming satellite event
entitled
"Enbluement: Connecting science and arts to expand our belonging
to the ocean" scheduled for April 9th in Barcelona as part of
the UN Ocean Decade Conference.
Expected outcomes of this workshop involve the creation of a
report to be published at CSIC's repository, strategic planning
for the UN satellite event, and future activity plans.
We would like to extend our gratitude to Club Nàutic Cala Canyelles for providing a venue for our workshop and creating
a motivating setting for our collaborative efforts
Photo credits: Elisabetta Broglio
On December 19th, 2023, the first in-person meeting of the Blue Genes initiative took place at the Institut de Ciències del Mar in Barcelona. The gathering united over 20 members of the Blue Genes Community with a focus on strengthening local ties and refining current objectives, highlighting the potential at the intersection of art and science. Discussions centered around creating space for reflection and breaking away from old narratives to establish new ones. Key questions were raised about personal and Blue Genes' goals, emphasizing clear and responsible communication. The concept of Blue Genes serving as a platform for sharing concerns and community response
s was highlighted. Conversations also delved into topics like eco-anxiety and exploring the intersection of science and art in addressing environmental issues. Emphasizing the importance of having diverse experiences to drive change while being transdisciplinary was underscored. Participants acknowledged the value of staying engaged with this Community of Practice through regular meetings to foster deeper connections among members, forming subgroups based on shared interests to prototype objectives together.
The meeting wrapped up by arranging a three-day retreat to extend the dialogue.
Highlights from the 2nd Blue Genes online meeting (June 22, 2023): 30+ community members discussed Ocean and Waters initiatives, proposed a Satellite Event during the 2024 UN Ocean Decade Conference in Barcelona. This in-person meeting aimed to define priorities and strategies for the future of the Blue Genes community, engaging a broader audience in exploring new ways to connect with nature, with a focus on the ocean.
Authors: All participants in alphabetical order
On October 27th, 2022 a group of scientists, activists and artists participated in a workshop. The participants were divided into 6 groups to discuss a number of questions that were already prepared by the organisers. To facilitate the discussion and ensure an active participation, attendants were introduced to the Miro tool and they were requested to add their answers and ideas in post-it notes. The leader of each group was then invited to share the main conclusions of their group in the plenary session. Those conclusions were used afterwards to summarise the main goals and prioritise areas of action.
Authors: All participants in alphabetical order
A work of contemplation, observation and analysis of our surroundings by creating a visual analysis of the high level of heavy metals in Bilbao’s beaches. A poetic field-work with a scientific sample-case, photography and a short film as a result.
ACCESS
Author: Pablo Amorós
#newrituals #fieldwork #video #photography
While walking on the beach south of Catalunya, one can observe the surrounding mussel hatcheries being harvested on the shore, then analysed for research of this critical aspect of the region and highlighting the multitude of species lost every year. Culture and nature link together the oceans through folklore. This project is a poetic approach to the near disappearance of Nacra, a big sea mollusk, a species that used to be highly valued for its fibres and became a source of one of the world’s most admired silks.
Author: Núria Ferrer
#newrituals #fieldwork #photography #collage
The sea holds complex ecosystems with complex sounds and rhythms. We believe there is a need to enhance our capacity for listening to profoundly understand the importance of sound for healthy ecosystems. Through research and experimentation we created a system to be able to “listen” to the compromised and conscious.
Authors: Manuela Chavez y Mar Reverter
#newrituals #fieldwork #deeplistening
Between history, facts, critique and mythology, Emma proposes a walk through an old industrial area of Barcelona city, next to the shoreline. While listening, the spectator walks through the mouth of the river, the station of residual waters, the entrance of the wire 2Africa, the trap/interceptor and the three chimneys factory. A journey for self reflection on needs, actions for the present and the future of the infrastructure. LISTEN
Author: Emma Prats
#storytelling #newrituals #fieldwork
Auxiliadora’s research is based on finding new ways to upcycle waste materials from the sea. She uses old fishing nets with an alginato recipe to create new materials suitable for sewing, therefore suitable to create new garment pieces.
Authors:
Auxiliadora Cabrera
#blueeconomy #upcycling
A toolkit for Engaging youth in ocean health and conservation.
With support from The Ocean Foundation and National Geographic Society, a group of young writers between the ages of 18-25 are creating a “youth ocean action toolkit” focused on ocean literacy principles and marine protected areas (MPAs). This toolkit – written by youth for youth – provides community examples of how young people can take action to conserve their ocean by demonstrating the benefit of MPAs for ocean conservation. While the toolkit is not ready yet, you can download the presentation HERE.
Authors: NOAA National MPA Center and OCTO
#tools&methodologies
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