Discover
Conduct research on our changing ocean and use the results to identify innovative solutions that advance the safe and sustainable development of the North Atlantic
- Examine atmosphere-sea interactions and shifting ecosystems to understand root causes and implications for the environment and our economy
- Identify effective approaches to resource development that are sustainable, globally competitive, societally acceptable, and resilient
- Work with domestic and international governments and intergovernmental organizations to translate research results into public policy
- Advocate opportunities to apply research results on a commercial scale
Collaborate
Engage stakeholders and rightsholders in ocean management solutions and build support for ocean research and its applications
- Develop mutually-beneficial relationships with partners that drive advantages on a transnational scale
- Ensure OFI’s research — and the recommendations contained within — reflect the input of Indigenous peoples and stakeholders (see OFI's Indigenous Engagement Guide for more information)
Lead
Advance ocean-related learning and teaching
- Nurture top talent at OFI learning institutions
- Build capacity by enabling researchers to efficiently and cost-effectively access in-water and analytical infrastructure
- Invest in state-of-the-art laboratory space that advances science
- Support the development and delivery of resources and programs to advance ocean literacy
Enable
Achieve OFI’s vision through operational excellence
- Build effective organizational and governance structures
- Systematically gather and share quantitative and qualitative research results, creating a catalyst for ocean management solutions
- Leverage research results, illustrating how they benefit the economy and the environment
- Advance equity, diversity, and inclusion through our programming
- Develop a funding strategy for post 2024