Five ways to inspire ocean connection
Read this article shared in The Conversation (23 May 2025): Five ways to inspire ocean connection: reflections from my 40-year marine ecology career
How storytelling, creativity and collaborations can inspire climate action
This article in The Conversation (8 April 2025) describes an international award-winning programme We Are the Possible which brings together artists, scientists, educators and health professionals to connect hearts and minds. Schools Across the Ocean, the education strand of We Are the Possible, is addressing the climate education gap.
Why ocean literacy matters
Find out more – read this article in The Conversation (18 February 2025) Understanding of marine ecosystems is alarmingly low – here’s why ocean literacy matters
Ocean & climate live lessons March 2025
Encounter Edu are celebrating British Science Week with two exciting live lessons. These explore this year's theme of change and adaptation. Can whales change the climate? | Tuesday 11 March | Ages 7+ This first lesson delves into groundbreaking Antarctic research examining how whales can influence climate through their feeding [...]
Ocean Generation Opportunities for Young People
Ocean Generation is all about empowering an inclusive global movement to tackle Ocean threats through Science and Storytelling. Find out more about their Wavemakers programme (for 16-25 year-olds) and Ocean Academy programme (for 5-16 year-olds).
Ocean-Friendly Schools Award available now!
Check out the new Ocean-Friendly Schools Award developed by the Marine Conservation Society. This free, curriculum-linked initiative is all about inspiring and empowering young people to care for our ocean. The award has been designed to be run by a class, school council or eco team, and meets Eco-Schools requirements [...]
World Ocean Day Live 2022 8th June 2022
Encounter Edu have partnered with AXA Ocean Education and World Ocean Day for Schools to celebrate World Ocean Day. They are providing a range of live lessons and activities to help young people connect with and protect their local blue spaces.
