Ocean Ambassadors

Johanna has developed strong communication and community outreach skills through organizing and leading initiatives within student representation, including events, campaigns, and workshops focused...

Lola is a university student currently pursuing a Bachelor's of Marine Science at the University of Wollongong in Australia. Throughout her studies, she has gained knowledge in a variety of fields of...

Carolina is passionate about ocean protection and sees the Ocean Ambassador role as an opportunity to support innovation, awareness, and responsibility in safeguarding the sea. Since choosing to...

João, from Lisbon, holds a Master’s in Law and Economics of the Sea at NOVA University. With a background in Biology, he focuses on linking science, economics, and policy to advance the Blue Economy....

Annika E. Mazzarella (she/her), is a youth ocean activist from Canada currently pursuing her PhD in Museum Studies at the University of Leicester (England, UK). She holds a BA (Hons.) in the History...

Thian Hruai is passionate about protecting Myanmar’s unique marine biodiversity, from the Myeik Archipelago to coastal communities across the country. He is committed to advocating for sustainable...

Margarida has developed a deep connection to the ocean from an early age, which inspired her to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Marine Sciences and a Master’s degree in Applied Marine Biology....

Valentina was born in Germany and has always felt that the ocean is her happy place. She holds an MSc in Marine Environmental Management and a second MSc in Environment, Politics, and Society. Her...