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The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation was honored to participate in a workshop hosted by UC Berkeley's Gump Research Station to inform the creation of a new 'Innovation Hub' on their campus in Moorea, French Polynesia. The workshop opened with a visit to the potential site of the new facility—the Atitia Center. Nestled in the southern half of the Gump Station, this center already boasts a rich tapestry of educational, cultural, and community programs. It was here that participants from across the Pacific converged to engage in a collective conversation about our shared interest in making this Innovation Hub a success. Over the course of three days, we shared ideas on how to create a space that could connect scientists with the local community, provide opportunities for people to get involved, and support innovative ideas that would strengthen the environment and community in Moorea. This effort is the latest step in a long journey towards a more inclusive, community-driven approach to marine science and conservation. The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation extends heartfelt gratitude to Gump Station for extending the invitation, and we look forward to the exciting journey ahead. Learn more:https://livingoceansfoundation.org/nurturing-innovation-and-community-connection-at-uc-berkeleys-gum… ... See MoreSee Less

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In the heart of Moorea Island in French Polynesia, a recent workshop at UC Berkeley's Gump Research Station set the stage for a potentially transformative endeavor. Hosted by Gump Station, this gathering was dedicated to fostering a dynamic collaboration between scientists and the local community. The goal? To inform the creation of an ‘Innovation Hub’ that bridges the gap between research and the people it ultimately serves. Learn all about this initiative in our latest blog:https://livingoceansfoundation.org/nurturing-innovation-and-community-connection-at-uc-berkeleys-gum… ... See MoreSee Less

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Full-time educators: The online application for NOAA's Teacher at Sea Program 2024 Field Season is OPEN NOW, through the month of November! Head over to teacheratsea.noaa.gov ("How to Apply") for details and a link to our online system. All application materials are due at **5:00 pm Pacific Time on November 30, 2023.** ... See MoreSee Less

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This month we're featuring stories on how #ClimateChange is impacting coral reefs. We're doing this in recongition of of #CoralBleachingAwareness Month, but also in preparation for the upcoming United Nations Climate Change summit, COP28 UAE. One of the ways this story is being told in an incredibly impactful way is by the legedary environmental photographer, Nick Brandt. His new series, “SINK / RISE,” features South Pacific islanders representing people who are on the brink of losing their homes, lands and livelihoods due to climate change. These stunning portraits of people were taken underwater on degraded coral reefs in Fiji. They are a powerful way to convey the impact climate change is having to people and the environment on many small island nations. SINK / RISE is the third chapter of Bradt's "The Day May Break," an ongoing global series portraying people and animals that have been impacted by environmental degradation and destruction. Nick Brant says that he hopes these photos, portraying what he fears will happen in the future, will help others see the devastating impact of their actions in the present. ... See MoreSee Less

These haunting underwater photos portray climate change in a new way

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Learn more about #CoralBleaching for #CoralBleachingAwareness Month by watching our award-winning film, "Coral Reefs: Trouble in Paradise."This film tells the story of reefs in the Chagos Archipelago, a tropical paradise in the British Indian Ocean Territory with some of the healthiest coral reefs on the planet. Shortly after their arrival, scientists witness the reefs starting to bleach before their eyes — evidence that even the most isolated places are not safe from the ravages of climate change. Their study of these reefs, however, does give some reason for hope, and leaves the scientists with a clear sense of what may be necessary to save the world’s coral reefs. 🎥 Watch the full video here:https://youtu.be/Q-Pf9-Qyc9c #CoralBleachingAwareness #ForCoral #LifeisBetterInColor 🪸 🌈 ... See MoreSee Less

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