Coral Triangle Center (CTC) was proud to take part in the 3rd Bali Ocean Days Conference, held on 30-31 January 2026 at the InterContinental Bali Resort, Jimbaran 🌊

CTC, represented by our Executive Director, Rili Djohani, joined the panel discussion “Coastal Community Empowerment and Education for Conservation,” which highlighted a shared message: lasting marine protection is built through education, strong local leadership, and shared ownership of conservation efforts. The panel featured Dev Albao (Reef World Foundation), Arnaud Brival (The SEA People), and Dr. Pia Harkness (Great Barrier Reef Foundation), and was moderated by Edward Speirs from Now!Bali.

The conference brought together 40 speakers and exhibitors from 10 countries, welcoming over 500 participants across two days. High-level attendees included the Minister for Fisheries and Marine Resources of Papua New Guinea, the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry of Fiji, Didit Herdiawan (Vice Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia), and Ni Luh Ermawati (Vice Minister of Tourism of Indonesia).

Beyond insightful discussions, the program featured inspiring exchanges, a special screening of "Ocean with David Attenborough", and valuable opportunities for networking and collaboration. Thank you to the Bali Ocean Days organizers and partners for convening this impactful event and for creating a space that strengthens collaboration, learning, and collective action for our ocean!

#marineconservation #coraltriangle #oceanliteracy #oceaneducation

Let`s be responsible divers and snorkelers with Green Fins! 🌊

Green Fins sets the international standard for environmentally responsible marine tourism, helping reduce impacts on coral reefs and marine ecosystems.

This program is implemented in Indonesia by CTC, in coordination with UN Environment Programme and The Reef-World Foundation.

👉 Swipe to discover Green Fins–certified dive centers and operators in Indonesia!
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Mari jadi penyelam dan snorkeler yang bertanggung jawab bersama Green Fins! 🌊

Green Fins menetapkan standar internasional untuk pariwisata bahari yang bertanggung jawab terhadap lingkungan, serta membantu mengurangi dampak terhadap terumbu karang dan ekosistem laut.

Program ini dilaksanakan di Indonesia oleh CTC, bekerja sama dengan UN Environment Programme dan The Reef-World Foundation.

👉 Geser untuk menemukan pusat selam dan operator bersertifikasi Green Fins di Indonesia!

#sustainabletourism #marineconservation #greenfins #diving #snorkeling

On 16 December 2025, CTC welcomed a visit from the Head of the Bali Provincial Marine and Fisheries Agency, Mr. Putu Sumardiana, accompanied by the Head of the Marine Division, Mr. Nengah Sugiarta, to formalize a Cooperation Agreement (PKS) between the Bali Provincial DKP and CTC.

This agreement follows the MoU previously signed by Bali’s Governor and reaffirms shared commitments to strengthening marine conservation management, promoting sustainable tourism, and protecting endangered, threatened, and protected (ETP) species in Bali.

Together, we continue working together for Bali`s marine biodiversity! 🌊
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Pada 16 Desember 2025, CTC menerima kunjungan Kepala Dinas Kelautan dan Perikanan Provinsi Bali, Bapak Putu Sumardiana, yang didampingi oleh Kepala Bidang Kelautan, Bapak Nengah Sugiarta, dalam rangka penandatanganan Perjanjian Kerja Sama (PKS) antara DKP Provinsi Bali dan CTC.

Perjanjian ini merupakan tindak lanjut dari PKS yang sebelumnya telah ditandatangani oleh Gubernur Bali, serta menegaskan kembali komitmen bersama untuk memperkuat pengelolaan konservasi laut, mendorong pariwisata berkelanjutan, dan melindungi jenis-jenis yang dilindungi, terancam, dan hampir punah (ETP) di Bali.

Bersama, kita terus bekerja untuk menjaga keanekaragaman hayati laut Bali! 🌊

#MarineConservation #MarineProtectedArea #Bali #MarineBiodiversity #ProtectMarineLife

On 11 December 2025 in Bali, CTC and the Directorate General of Marine Management, Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of the Republic of Indonesia renewed our Cooperation Agreement for the next five years 🌊

This renewed partnership for 2025-2030 strengthens our shared commitment to improve marine management in Indonesia through the conservation and restoration of coastal and marine ecosystems. Our collaboration will focus on strengthening marine conservation areas, protecting vulnerable and threatened marine species, supporting sustainable marine ecotourism, restoring coastal ecosystems, improving waste management in coastal and island areas, and building capacity for marine and coastal management.

Through continued collaboration, we aim to protect Indonesia’s oceans while supporting resilient coastal communities and sustainable livelihoods for generations to come!
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Pada 11 Desember 2025 di Bali, CTC dan Direktorat Jenderal Pengelolaan Kelautan, Kementerian Kelautan dan Perikanan Republik Indonesia memperbarui Perjanjian Kerja Sama untuk lima tahun ke depan 🌊

Kemitraan yang diperbarui untuk periode 2025-2030 ini memperkuat komitmen bersama kami dalam meningkatkan pengelolaan kelautan di Indonesia melalui konservasi dan restorasi ekosistem pesisir dan laut. Kolaborasi ini akan berfokus pada penguatan kawasan konservasi laut, perlindungan spesies laut yang rentan dan terancam, dukungan terhadap ekowisata bahari berkelanjutan, restorasi ekosistem pesisir, peningkatan pengelolaan sampah di wilayah pesisir dan kepulauan, serta penguatan kapasitas pengelolaan kelautan dan pesisir.

Melalui kolaborasi yang berkelanjutan, kami berupaya melindungi laut Indonesia sekaligus mendukung ketangguhan masyarakat pesisir dan penghidupan berkelanjutan untuk generasi mendatang!

#KawasanKonservasi #MPA #MarineProtectedArea #CoralTriangle #JagoJagaLaut