As part of our ResPos project, we recently completed a series of three introductory seminars on Posidonia oceanica, engaging divers across Cyprus in the protection and restoration of our precious seagrass meadows — the “lungs of the Mediterranean.”

The workshops took place in Famagusta, Larnaca, and Limassol districts, each bringing together passionate divers, local communities, and collaborators committed to marine conservation.

• Larnaca: Together with the Cyprus Federation of Underwater Activities (CFUA) and diving clubs Hippocampus.
• Limassol: With the support of the Cyprus Federation of Underwater Activities and Nautilus Scuba Dive Club. 
• Famagusta (Paralimni Municipal Hall): In collaboration with Paralimni – Deryneia Municipality, the Famagusta Divers Association, and NETDIVERS.

The seminar series had an inspiring turnout and established commitment with the divers. These workshops served as more than awareness sessions — they were an invitation for divers to become Posidonia gardeners, actively contributing to the protection and restoration of these vital ecosystems with our upcoming RESPOSCY project. 

Want to get involved?

• Join our WhatsApp group: Click here
• Learn more about the project: Restoring Posidonia oceanica in Cyprus

Together, we are building knowledge, strengthening awareness, and training a new generation of divers to safeguard the future of our seas.

Project Partners:
Marine & Environmental Research (MER) Lab (Coordinator)
Frederick Research Center (FRC)
Cyprus University of Technology (CUT)

Supported by: Department of Fisheries and Marine Research (DFMR)
Funded by: European Union Recovery and Resilience Facility of the NextGenerationEU instrument, through the Research and Innovation Foundation