SOA Caribbean (Barbados) hosted event with an info session and Deep Rising screening to raise awareness and promote regional participation in seabed mining discussions.

The project aims to remove 5 tons of marine debris from Byblos’ sea floor, equipping divers for cleanups and raising awareness about marine pollution and its impacts through educational materials and events.

The project used laser-photogrammetry and sighting data to study manta ray populations in Nusa Penida MPA, identifying possible nursery sites and informing tourism management for improved conservation and habitat protection.

SOA Costa Rica seeks to be the leading youth platform for ocean advocacy in the country by partnering with local organizations, promoting blue diplomacy, and creating interdisciplinary job opportunities for blue professionals.

The Elasmobranch Citizen Science Network trains youth across Indonesia to report shark sightings and landings via a mobile database, supporting elasmobranch conservation in collaboration with government, non-profits, and stakeholders.

SOA Ghana promotes sustainable fishing, trains journalists, and explores AIS technology to monitor illegal fishing. The team aims to advocate for stricter policies and harsher penalties for IUU fishing, especially by foreign vessels in Ghana’s waters.

SOA Togo promotes sustainable ocean and coastal management through ocean science education, public awareness, capacity building, ecosystem restoration, and partnerships with national, and international organizations.

The Phoenix Expedition will travel from France to California to document and promote Blue Carbon solutions, raise awareness through educational content, and donate 10% of funds to restore coastal habitats with local partners along the route.

SOA Portugal runs two main programs: Ocean Wide Web, a digital ocean literacy initiative, and Ocean Advocacy, which drives political action through campaigns to protect the ocean.

SOA Ecuador organized a national virtual hackathon for university students to develop solutions for plastic pollution and unsustainable fishing, with mentoring from marine science professionals.

SOA Ibadan empowers communities and youth in Nigeria to protect ocean health through education, plastic pollution reduction, sustainable fishing, and marine ecosystem restoration.

The project raised awareness of marine mammal conservation and trained fishermen in rescue techniques through workshops, media advocacy, and a volunteer program.

ELMO is a citizen science project collecting data on South African sharks, rays, and skates through public sightings, now hosting the largest national elasmobranch database and offering an app for easy real-time reporting.

This project continues sea turtle monitoring in South Coast Kenya, focusing on nest management, reducing nest predation, and building a learning community to support sea turtle conservation.

SOA Thailand is expanding a youth ocean conservation network in Thailand through online workshops, pitch contests, and art exhibitions.

SOA DMV unites young people to address ocean issues like deep sea mining and climate anxiety, engaging with Congress in the nation’s capital to advocate for ocean protection and positive environmental change.

SOA Arequipa empowers local voices to protect Arequipa’s bay from pollution through educational events and campaigns, expanding its team and impact.

St Abbs Marine Station will use drone and underwater imaging, with local fishermen’s help, to survey herring spawning grounds off northeast Scotland, aiming to inform fisheries management.

The Manta Caribbean Project studies mobulid rays and works with local stakeholders to reduce entanglements, identify harmful fishing gear, and provide training to fishing communities for better conservation within MPAs.

The Thresher Shark Project Indonesia conserves thresher sharks by tracking habitats, supporting sustainable livelihoods, educating communities, and training local youth as Conservation Champions.

SOA Salvador is dedicated to connecting society with the ocean by developing impactful solutions and experiences that foster awareness, engagement, and positive change.

SOA Spain unites youth to promote marine conservation through awareness campaigns focused on protecting fragile habitats, improving ecosystem health, and addressing threats like plastics, overfishing, seabed mining, and climate change.

This project assesses small pelagic fisheries’ vulnerability to climate change and local knowledge in Indramayu, Indonesia, and provides management recommendations to support climate-resilient fisheries in the region.

SOA Arequipa surveyed marine macroinvertebrates at three sites and raised public awareness about coastal pollution through social media, campaigns, and exhibitions, promoting science and environmental solutions.

A youth-led community in Timor-Leste uniting leaders and partners to reduce marine pollution, promote ocean conservation, support a circular blue economy, and build networks for impactful action to protect life below water.

SOA Philippines empowers young ocean leaders to address ocean issues like plastic pollution and ocean literacy, supporting social entrepreneurs and eco-champions through community-building, partnerships, and increased visibility.

SOA Honduras empowers young leaders to protect oceans, working with coastal and Garifuna communities to train all ages on coastal erosion, marine pollution, and underwater mining for ocean preservation and well-being.

Raising local awareness about the Chumash National Marine Sanctuary and advocating for the Deep Sea Mining Moratorium through community engagement and educational initiatives.

SOA Lambayeque aims to raise ocean literacy on acidification and marine stressors, and build capacity among early-career ocean professionals and fishermen in northern Peru.

Mark is a U.S. ocean and climate advocate with SOA, leading youth policy initiatives, overseeing the North American hubs and representing SOA at major UN climate conferences.

Empowering Salvadoran youth to lead in ocean conservation through webinars, film festivals, research sharing, and beach cleanups.

SeaCrate is a subscription service by Tindagat delivering bi-monthly, seasonal, sustainably-caught fish from small-scale Filipino fishers in Metro Manila, promoting sustainable fishing and supporting local communities.

Seabolga, formed after the 2019 Youth Marine Debris Conference, aims to protect Sibolga from plastic waste. The program educates children on marine debris through school workshops, beach cleanups, and a webinar.

SOA Caribbean (Jamaica) raises awareness on Deep Sea Mining through a social media campaign and seminar, urging a moratorium and engaging stakeholders during ISA meetings.

This initiative addresses pollution by implementing an educational series, cleanup, and citizen-science process, benefiting the local population by reducing riverine and marine pollution and promoting environmental education.

The Educação e Desenvolvimento Comunitário program, educates children through activities, aiming to combat marine pollution and promote ocean protection, utilizing beach-cleaned plastic for 3D-printed goods.

SOA Mozambique's project raises awareness on deep-sea mining impacts through training, a multi-sector conference, a public signature campaign, and a theater performance.

Mariknows Philippines educated maritime professionals and youth on marine conservation, maritime law, and blue carbon restoration, including mangrove planting.

The initiative restored coral reefs in Anambas by installing coral spiders, transplanting corals, and creating nurseries to boost coral cover, restore fish habitat, and promote community-based conservation on small islands.

Chiang Mai University students collected 20kg of waste from the Mae Kha Canal, an effort documented for a short film.

SOA Mozambique's project raises awareness on deep-sea mining impacts through training, a multi-sector conference, a public signature campaign, and a theater performance.

The Deep Sea Summit a community-driven event by SOA Hawaii that raised awareness about deep-sea mining dangers, united communities through music and art, and pressured US Senators to take action against deep-sea mining.

The project aims to analyze pollutants in Sweetwater Wetlands Park using analytical chemistry, in collaboration with the University of Florida, to improve water quality and promote environmental education and public awareness.

This grant supported ORA’s hybrid coral bio-engineered wave reduction modules, which reduce coastal damage and create vital reef habitats. The modules were successfully deployed, protecting coastlines and enhancing marine ecosystems.

HAZla por tu Playa is a campaign originating in Peru, now in 11 countries, cleaning over 1000 sites and collecting 200 tons of debris. It mobilizes volunteers to gather data, influencing legislation like Peru's 2018 single-use plastic ban.

The Caribbean Protected Areas Gateway (CPAG) and SOA Caribbean launched the Biodiversity Mapping Tool to engage citizens in mapping Caroni Swamp's biodiversity. The data will be uploaded to CPAG's platform for effective management.

The project aims to empower women in Semarang, Java, by providing tools and training to upcycle waste into handicrafts, creating a sustainable market for their products and improving the local environment and economy.

Kelapa Dua Island planned a coral reef restoration using concrete transplantation to combat erosion. The project included monitoring coral growth, training locals, and collaborating with the government to limit human activity.

In partnership with Haruku Island’s indigenous people, this group will produce a documentary on climate change adaptation, and host a live event highlighting the stories of indigenous women and youth.

SOA El Salvador empowers millennials to lead ocean sustainability efforts through education, research, and collaboration. They formalized their hub, and organized beach cleanups, and educational activities.

The project cleans and monitors litter and microplastics in the Sanguino River, trains citizen scientists, and communicates findings to local policymakers, focusing on heavily polluted sites due to intensive agriculture in the area.

DCA Network launched a learning platform with webinars and campaigns on "Deep Seabed Mining in Indonesia," engaging experts and youth to raise awareness and equip Indonesians to monitor DSM activities and regulations.

WastEducation's Circularity Certification initiative collaborates with various organizations to develop certification criteria and a guidebook for SMEs in Makassar, working with Octopus Indonesia to train employees and reduce their carbon footprint.

The project in Port Moresby engages local youth to deploy and monitor artificial reefs, assessing ecological and socio-economic impacts through surveys and media, in collaboration with locals and academia.

The project aims to create social media awareness materials on deep-seabed mining, engage European representatives and influencers, and organize scientific discussions to support SOA's campaign for a moratorium on deep-seabed mining.

SOA Honduras Sur focuses on marine conservation and education in southern and central Honduras, engaging local communities and youth in projects to protect marine ecosystems and promote sustainability.

IMMC's Junior Coastal Monitoring program connects children with the ocean, offering online courses and teacher training. Efforts in Garopaba, Brazil, introduced drone technology to 500 students, enhancing coastal monitoring skills.

SOA India Hub unites diverse groups for water conservation, conducts technical sessions, clean-ups, and collaborates with youth and experts to address challenges and find solutions for ocean, river, and coastal area protection.

SOA Palawan aims to empower young ocean leaders by providing a platform for local researchers and conservationists, enhancing their efforts in ocean health and sustainability through research, impact, and advocacy.

SOA Puerto Rico conserves ocean resources in Puerto Rico through climate action, and culturally rooted conservation, empowering communities to reclaim their role as nature's stewards.

SOA Puerto Rico conserves ocean resources in Puerto Rico through climate action, and culturally rooted conservation, empowering communities to reclaim their role as nature's stewards.

SOA Palawan aims to empower young ocean leaders by providing a platform for local researchers and conservationists, enhancing their efforts in ocean health and sustainability through research, impact, and advocacy.

SOA Kenya aims to promote SDG 14 by reducing marine litter through cleanups, educating locals on waste management, and combating global warming with mangrove restoration activities.