The observer’s role at ICES
The observer role at ICES is open to a range of individuals and organizations, holding either stakeholders or non-stakeholder status. They can attend ICES meetings and activities to observe, rather than participate in or contribute to, the processes leading to ICES science and advice before final delivery to decision-makers.
Organizations that want to obtain observer status should endorse the objectives of ICES and have competence in the areas of relevance to ICES vision and mission.
Observers in our science activities
Our science activities (Science Committee, expert groups, workshops) are open to observers. The decision to accept an observer is made by the SCICOM chair in consultation with of the respective meeting chairs the Secretariat.
Observers in our advice activities
Review and advice drafting groups as well as Advisory Committee (ACOM) meetings are open to observers from stakeholder organizations with observer status to ICES Advisory Process.
Observers from advice requesters, ICES member countries and partner IGOs may also observe relevant advice related activities.
How to apply
To apply for observer status, please fill out this form. Individuals representing governmental organizations, intergovernmental organizations, academic institutions and non-governmental organizations are eligible to be observers.
All observers must give at least 10 days' notice in advance for specific meetings that they wish to participate in.
