Pascale Muylaert, SI Representative to the United Nations in Geneva, shares reflections from the UN Ocean Conference, emphasizing the urgent need for stronger ocean governance and the critical role of women’s leadership in environmental sustainability. The blog highlights global commitments to marine protection, the ecological significance of the ocean, and the underrepresentation of women in decision-making spaces. Pascale calls for a shift from tokenism to true empowerment, urging women to claim their leadership in shaping a healthier, more equitable planet.