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Blue Innovation for a Sustainable Future

Our final day in Jamaica began as Peace Boat’s MV Pacific World docked in Montego Bay, which the organization frequently visits. While stepping aboard a ship with more than 1,700 passengers was an adventure in itself, the heart of the day centered on something far more impactful—the Blue Economy Forum,...

From Knowledge to Action: Saving Mangroves in Salt Marsh

We kicked off our second day of the Peace Boat US Youth for SDGs program with a short journey from Montego Bay to Salt Marsh in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica, where we immersed ourselves in learning about one of the most vital and vulnerable coastal ecosystems: mangroves. Our day began with a workshop led...

From Sea to Soul – Rastafari Indigenous Village

As the sun dipped toward the horizon, we transitioned from the sea to the soul with a visit to the Rastafari Indigenous Village near Montego Bay. There, we were warmly welcomed into a community deeply rooted in spirituality, nature, and cultural resilience. This meaningful relationship with Firstman,...

Diving into Discovery Bay

The Peace Boat US Youth for SDGs cohort embarked on an immersive learning journey in Jamaica. As a guest educator for the Peace Boat with local knowledge, I had the honor of introducing 13 passionate youth to the country and facilitating an unforgettable day exploring marine science and cultural heritage. During...

Charting a New Course for Youth Empowerment: Introduction to the Caribbean and Latin America Peace Boat Voyage

At the core of global change are often the simplest beginnings—a conversation, a shared vision, a spark. One such spark was ignited in December 2023 at the COP28 Climate Conference in Dubai, where I met Emilie McGlone, Director of Peace Boat US. We immediately connected over our mutual commitment to...

Seagrass Gets the Spotlight: Launching a New Education Programme in Jamaica

The J.A.M.I.N. programme, which engages Jamaican secondary school students in learning about and restoring mangroves, just celebrated its 10-year anniversary. But mangroves don’t always have to steal the show! Another vital marine habitat—seagrass meadows—also deserves our attention. Like mangroves,...

Friend or Foe? Part 2: The Ocean’s Quiet Protector

In our previous post, we explored what seagrass is, where it’s found, and the incredible benefits it provides to marine life. Today, we’re turning the lens on us—how these underwater meadows help humans, and why they deserve a place in the spotlight. So… does seagrass do anything for you? Oh yes, my...

Friend or Foe? Part 1: Meet the Underwater Meadows

You’re swimming in the glistening, turquoise ocean, feeling totally at peace as the water cools you under the beaming sun. Hang on—what’s that? A slippery, slimy, twisty thing brushing your foot? Ew! Argh. That’s seagrass! And believe it or not, we love it. You don’t need to be afraid. It’s actually...

Connecting Ecosystems, Connecting People: How a Collaboration Brought Seagrass into the Spotlight

In marine ecology, we often think about ecosystems like coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds as separate, distinct places. But much like the human body, these ecosystems are interconnected—each system plays a vital role in supporting the health of the others and the communities that depend on them....