Understanding Ocean Bioregions - part of Global Bioregional Month

'Bioregionalism' and 'bioregioning' often focus on peoples' connection to land and fresh water. But what about our oceans?

Can we also have a 'bioregional approach' to ocean relationships and care? Yes we can, and we should!

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Larelle Bossi and Mary Anne Lea, who will share their expertise in marine and polar science, ethics and governance.

ABOUT OUR SPEAKERS

LARELLE BOSSI

Dr Larelle Bossi works at the intersection of ethics, governance, and marine policy, helping governments, industry, and NGOs navigate complex social, cultural, and ethical challenges in ocean and renewable sectors. Larelle recently launched 'Ethical Ocean', which leads research, values-led governance, social licence, and integrity in marine policy, blue economy development, and energy transitions.

MARY ANNE LEA

Dr Mary-Anne Lea is a marine and polar ecologist whose work advances ocean conservation through science, policy and public engagement. She applies an holistic, ecosystem approach to her international, multi-disciplinary collaborations examining how the environment, climate change and anthropogenic activities influence the behaviour, distribution, life history and conservation of marine and polar vertebrates. She champions the use of minimally-invasive research tools, and inclusive leadership in STEM through initiatives such as Homeward Bound, and roles in global scientific networks. 

HOSTED BY MICHELLE MALONEY

Dr Michelle Maloney is the National Convenor of the Australian Earth Laws Alliance (AELA), holds a PhD in law from Griffith University. Michelle is an advocate for Earth-centred law and governance, and creates and manages a range of multi-disciplinary and transdisciplinary programs for AELA. To read about Michelle's international affiliations, teaching, publications and other programs please visit: www.michellemaloney.au

ABOUT THE AUSTRALIAN EARTH LAWS ALLIANCE (AELA)

AELA is a not-for-profit organisation working to increase the understanding and practical implementation of Earth-centred (ecocentric) governance, with a focus on systems change across law, economics, education, ethics and community participation in Australia. AELA's vision is an Australian society that embraces an ecocentric or ‘life-centred’ culture, with governance systems that enable human communities to thrive within ecological boundaries, while nurturing biodiversity and ecosystem health. AELA's work includes education programs and project support for people, communities and organisations working to create ecocentric and bioregional systems change.

For more information, visit our website: www.earthlaws.org.au
or email us anytime: aela@earthlaws.org.au