Dr. Diz Glithero
Adjunct Professor
Dr. Diz Glithero
Email: diz@centreforoceanliteracy.ca
Research Topics:
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- Ocean and Climate Learning
- Public Engagement
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Diz is an interdisciplinary educator, social science researcher, and leader specializing in ocean and climate learning, public engagement, and collaborative processes focused on action and impact. She currently serves as the Executive Director of the Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition, a centre for ocean literacy research and innovation that is administratively based at the Ocean Frontier Institute at HÂþ» University.  In 2024, Diz served as Co-chair and lead author of the Ocean Decade Challenge 10 White Paper - Restoring Society's Relationship with the Ocean. Diz is currently serving on the IOC-UNESCO Group of Experts on Ocean Literacy. Diz’s work has received national and international recognition and awards, including most recently, the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025.Â