SDG Disrupter Summit:
World Ocean Day Edition
On June 8, 2023 BridgingTheGap hosted programming focused on meaningful discussions and inclusive, intergenerational solutions to protect our waters and marine life for the future of all island nations and generations.
Apply for a chance to become one of 50 next gen delegates to go for free!
Event Details
BridgingTheGap Ventures partnered with Bermuda Asset Management Group to unite thought leaders, oceanographers, sustainability experts, youth activists, creators and impact investors from around the world for an inspired blue economy experience.
Athene Career Development Center,
Bermuda College, Bermuda
Bermuda College, Bermuda
June 8, 2023
9:00 - 12:00 Atlantic Time
Ocean biodiversity, renewable energy, coastal resiliency and sustainable practices
Overview
With a mission rooted in access and inclusion, BridgingTheGap’s programming at SDG Disrupter Summit: World Ocean Day Edition focused on meaningful discussions and inclusive, intergenerational solutions to protect our pristine waters and marine life for the future of all island nations and generations.
Free spots were provided for young attendees from Bermuda to participate, alongside other stakeholders, in action-orientated programming exploring important SDG 14-focused topics including ocean biodiversity, renewable energy, coastal resiliency and sustainable practices.
Free spots were provided for young attendees from Bermuda to participate, alongside other stakeholders, in action-orientated programming exploring important SDG 14-focused topics including ocean biodiversity, renewable energy, coastal resiliency and sustainable practices.
Morning Intergenerational Mastermind by BridgingTheGap
Participate in an intergenerational Mastermind hosted by BridgingTheGap between 9am – 12pm Atlantic time.
June 8 Agenda
9:00 - 9:05 AM
Welcome and Opening with Kevin Richards and Kelly Lovell
9:05 - 9:35 AM
Ocean Solutionist Panel with Bodhi Patil, Dr. Carika Weldon and Noelle Young, moderated by Kelly Lovell
9:35 - 9:40 AM
"One World Breath" Song Activity with Bodhi Patil
9:40 - 10:10 AM
Workshop
10:10 - 10:15 AM
Break
10:15 - 10:30 AM
Lightning Fireside Chat with the Hon. Walter Roban, moderated by Kelly Lovell
10:30 - 10:40 AM
Meditation Activity with Kelsey Ball Fomengia, PhD
10:40 - 10:55 AM
"Voice of the Ocean" with Bodhi Patil
10:55 - 11:00 am
Break
11:00 - 11:50 AM
Workshop
11:50 - 12:00 PM
Closing
Featured Facilitators
Kevin Richards
Bermuda Asset Management
Kelly Lovell
CEO of BridgingTheGap Ventures and Founding Global Chair of YOUNGA
Bodhi Patil
Co-creator of Ocean Uprise
Deputy Premier and Minister of Home Affairs, the Hon. Walter Roban, JP, MP
Dr. Carika Weldon
Founder/CEO of
CariGenetics
CariGenetics
Noelle Young
Bermuda Asset Management
Kelsey Ball Fomengia, PhD
Licensed clinical psychologist, certified yoga instructor, co-founder of Bermuda Wellness Space
Dr. Michelle St Jane
Co-founder of Our World Too, director of the Bermuda College Foundation
Eric Maidenberg
Managing Director head of North America, Plastiks
Dr. Rosemarie McMahon
Director Consultant of the Youth Climate Summit, Bermuda Underwater Exploration Institute