Discover the impactful work of three Black female shark researchers who are transforming the field of shark science. They achieve this through their groundbreaking group, Minorities in Shark Sciences (MISS).

Support their pioneering efforts and learn more about their mission by visiting their website: https://www.misselasmo.org/

Join us to hear from an inspiring youth activist who is shaping a just and healthy future on the Southern California coast.

Support Aisha's vital work here: youth4climate350.org/2-find-your-passion/

Join an inspiring talk with Hermina, founder and Executive Director of the Susie King Taylor Women's Institute and Ecology Center. She will discuss her work fostering coastal stewardship among Black women in Georgia.

Hermina also serves as Oceana’s Georgia Field Representative. Support her vital work at the Susie King Taylor Institute.

Join us for a chat with youth activist Hannah Testa. She will discuss her passion for ocean protection through her non-profit, Hannah for Change, and her new book, "Taking on the Plastics Crisis."

Support Hannah's vital work: Hannah for Change.

Join Kemit-Amon Lewis, an ocean conservationist and resiliency champion. Kemit has spearheaded conservation and stewardship efforts across the Caribbean, including a decade developing The Nature Conservancy's Caribbean coral restoration program.

Support Kemit's vital work.

Learn more and contribute at perryinstitute.org.

Goffinet McLaren, author of *Sully Saves the Seas*, founded The Chirping Bird Society and is a member of Stop Offshore Drilling in the Atlantic. A dedicated ocean advocate, she accelerated her efforts upon retirement.

Join us to hear what inspired Goffinet's advocacy. Support her work here: http://chirpingbirdsociety.blogspot.com/

Rabbi Ed Rosenthal is the Executive Director and Campus Rabbi for Suncoast Hillels, and founder of Scubi Jews at Eckerd College.

He promotes ocean conservation and exploration by integrating faith and community. Join us to learn more about his unique approach.

Support Rabbi Ed's work at repairthesea.org.

Wanika Fisher, a State Delegate representing Maryland’s Prince George’s County, is featured in our #OceanStewardSpotlight. She will discuss her work combating plastic pollution and her holistic strategy for protecting human rights and the environment.

Support Delegate Fisher by following her on Twitter: @WanikaFisherMD

Michaela Harrison, a singer, composer, and whale advocate, will be featured in an Ocean Steward Spotlight conversation. Discover her unique musical practice, which involves collaborating with researchers and humpback whales.

Her work explores themes of healing, conservation, and the importance of listening to nature. Support Michaela's efforts by visiting her website: www.michaelaharrison.org.

Zelalem Adefris, Vice President of Policy & Advocacy at Catalyst Miami, champions climate resilience and justice in South Florida.

Her advocacy focuses on building a more equitable and sustainable future for the region.

Support her work: catalystmiami.org

In Chile, opt for refillable soft drink bottles instead of single-use plastic. This convenient and safe choice significantly benefits our oceans.

To learn more and join the #RefillAgain movement, visit http://refill-again.com/. #RegresenLosRetornables

Jackie Nuñez, founder of The Last Plastic Straw and Advocacy Manager at the Plastic Pollution Coalition, works to combat plastic pollution and raise awareness about this global crisis.

Learn about her efforts and support her work here: plasticpollutioncoalition.org

Aubra and Erik Denson co-founded DIVERSe Orlando. Aubra is a PADI Master SCUBA Diver with over 300 global dives, and Erik serves as NASA's Chief Electrical Engineer.

Together, they promote scuba diving, water skills, and environmental awareness within the African American community. #OceanStewardSpotlight #DivingWithaPurpose

Marilyn Hemmingway, Founder of the Gullah Geechee Chamber of Commerce, is a passionate advocate for social entrepreneurship, business development, and economic vibrancy. Her work focuses on supporting coastal communities and protecting our oceans.

Learn more and support her initiatives by visiting the Gullah Geechee Chamber of Commerce website: www.gullahgeecheechamber.org

Oceans need our help.

This Earth Day, join Oceana to support our vital work protecting and restoring the world's oceans.

In 2022, Coca-Cola reintroduced refillable bottles in the U.S. for the first time in over a decade, starting in El Paso, Texas. This marked a significant step towards sustainable packaging.

To advocate for more refillable options nationwide, visit www.oceana.org/RefillNow. Join Oceana in urging leading soft drink companies to #RefillAgain!

Makeda Okolo, Southeast and Caribbean Regional Lead for NOAA's Office for Coastal Management, will be featured in an Ocean Steward Spotlight. Join the conversation to learn about her work establishing an Environmental Justice Community of Practice in the US Caribbean and South.

Learn more about Makeda's initiatives and support her work by visiting the NOAA in Caribbean Leadership page.

Helen Ladson founded F.R.E.S.H Drip, an initiative focused on Fundamentally Restoring Ecological Stewardship Holistically.

Support her work by contacting her at HRladson@gmail.com.

Sharon Lavigne, founder of the faith-based environmental justice group Rise St. James, was the 2021 North American winner of the Goldman Environmental Prize. She received the award for her work fighting chemical plants in St. James Parish, Louisiana.

Support Sharon's efforts: Rise St. James