Who We Are
Photo: Shaun Wolfe / Ocean Image Bank
About WIOMPAN
The Mission
Across the Western Indian Ocean, nations share more than boundaries — they share an ocean that sustains livelihoods, biodiversity, culture, and economies. WIOMPAN exists to strengthen the people who protect it.
We are a regional professional network dedicated to building skills, leadership, and systems that enable effective management of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMAs), and Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures (OECMs) across the WIO region.
Our story is one of collaboration, shared learning, and a united mission to safeguard the blue spaces that unite us.
The 2030 Vision
A resilient Western Indian Ocean where well-trained, well-supported, and well-connected professionals lead thriving marine ecosystems and empowered coastal communities.
10 member countries
Country Chapters
- Comoros
- France (La Réunion / Mayotte)
- Kenya
- Madagascar
- Mauritius
- Mozambique
- Seychelles
- Somalia
- South Africa
- Tanzania
Governance & Team
Chapter leaders
Chapter leaders roster with headshots, roles, and institutional affiliations — coming soon.