The Global Reef Expedition begins as the Foundation embarks on a ten-year mission to circumnavigate the globe, surveying some of the most remote coral reefs on the planet. The primary goals of the Expedition are to map and characterize coral reef ecosystems, identify their current status and major threats, and examine factors that enhance their ability to resist, survive, and recover from major disturbance events. We will also engage in outreach and education efforts to disseminate the knowledge gained and share the results of our work freely with participating countries, and scientific and regulatory organizations.
From Students to Stewards: A Full-Circle Moment for J.A.M.I.N.
There are certain faces you never forget.
Over the years, hundreds of students have stepped into mangrove forests with us through the Jamaica Awareness of Mangroves in Nature (J.A.M.I.N.) program. I may not always remember every name, but I remember the expressions — the hesitation before stepping into thick mud, the laughter when someone loses a shoe, the look of surprise when they catch that unmistakable sulfur smell rising from the mangrove soil…
