Youth Education

If we want mangroves to be preserved for generations to come, education is the key. Today’s children must learn about the immense ecological value of these ecosystems and the many crucial services they provide. Still, restoration projects often neglect the educational aspect. Others try sharing dry facts or text-heavy lessons, which do little to build a child’s deep and long-lasting connection with their environment.

That’s where the Coastal Education Program comes in. Our practical, comprehensive, and science-based program is designed from the ground up to inspire youth of all ages to appreciate and conserve their local mangroves.

Our Coastal Education Program, an award-winning curriculum, has been taught to thousands of students worldwide. This in-depth, hands-on program aims to raise awareness about the importance of coastal ecosystems and promote their long-term protection.

It is customized for each country to ensure that teachers can effectively meet their educational goals while addressing local coastal issues.

Our participatory program ensures that students actively engage in the learning process, steering clear of passive screen time or simply reading from textbooks. By involving students in hands-on activities that stimulate all their senses, our lessons transform into memorable experiences.

Field trips and resource materials are seamlessly integrated, allowing teachers and students to apply classroom learning to real-world observations and experiences.

This dynamic approach not only makes learning more enjoyable but also helps students retain information more effectively, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of the subject matter.

We train them to effectively implement our curriculum while fostering a personal appreciation for the invaluable significance of mangroves. Our model, employed in 17 countries, flexibly adjusts to diverse geographic, ecological, cultural, and socioeconomic contexts.

It has been integrated into the national curriculum of numerous coastal nations, ensuring that educators can seamlessly incorporate classroom learning with real-world observations and experiences.