Dr. Renis Auma Ojwala works as a Post-doctoral Research Associate at the World Maritime University (WMU), where she focuses on fostering crew sustainability in the maritime industry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Aquatic Science from Egerton University in Kenya, a Master of Science in Limnology and Wetland Management from a joint program between BOKU University (Austria), Egerton University (Kenya), and UNESCO-IHE Delft (The Netherlands), and a PhD in Maritime Affairs from WMU.
As a proud WMU alumnus, Renis has dedicated her work to advancing gender equality in ocean science, particularly in Kenya. She played a pivotal role in the "Empowering Women for the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development" project, demonstrating her commitment to equity in ocean science fields. Renis also contributed to the development of Gender Strategic and Action Plan, "Towards Gender Equality in Ocean Science and Governance," a visionary framework aimed at fostering inclusivity and promoting a more equitable, sustainable ocean in the future.
Her research spans critical areas in aquatic and maritime sciences, with a strong emphasis on diversity and gender equality in ocean science, maritime, and fisheries sectors. With her international academic background and interdisciplinary expertise, Renis offers fresh perspectives on global oceanic challenges, driving innovative solutions that promote gender parity and sustainable development in the maritime industry. Showcasing her research expertise, Renis has authored multiple studies in renowned, peer-reviewed international journals.
Dr. Renis Auma Ojwala works as a Post-doctoral Research Associate at the World Maritime University (WMU), where she focuses on fostering crew sustainability in the maritime industry. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Applied Aquatic Science from Egerton University in Kenya, a Master of Science in Limnology and Wetland Management from a joint program between BOKU University (Austria), Egerton University (Kenya), and UNESCO-IHE Delft (The Netherlands), and a PhD in Maritime Affairs from WMU.
As a proud WMU alumnus, Renis has dedicated her work to advancing gender equality in ocean science, particularly in Kenya. She played a pivotal role in the "Empowering Women for the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development" project, demonstrating her commitment to equity in ocean science fields. Renis also contributed to the development of Gender Strategic and Action Plan, "Towards Gender Equality in Ocean Science and Governance," a visionary framework aimed at fostering inclusivity and promoting a more equitable, sustainable ocean in the future.
Her research spans critical areas in aquatic and maritime sciences, with a strong emphasis on diversity and gender equality in ocean science, maritime, and fisheries sectors. With her international academic background and interdisciplinary expertise, Renis offers fresh perspectives on global oceanic challenges, driving innovative solutions that promote gender parity and sustainable development in the maritime industry. Showcasing her research expertise, Renis has authored multiple studies in renowned, peer-reviewed international journals.
