One People One Reef is a non-profit organization based in Watsonville, CA that focuses on sustainable ocean management and marine cultural conservation. They offer a unique Youth Action Program (YAP) that inspires and educates the next generation of stewards through mentorship and exposure to traditional and contemporary field science. Through their immersive program, high school and college-aged youth explore the intersections of indigenous and western management systems, with a focus on coral reef and coastal ecosystem conservation.
With a goal to promote marine conservation and management, One People One Reef aims to bridge the gap between traditional and contemporary practices, recognizing the importance of local and indigenous knowledge in solving complex environmental problems. Participants in the YAP program engage in scientific surveys of ocean reef health, data collection, and analysis, as well as co-creating unique messaging platforms such as music, podcasts, and videos targeted towards youth. The program provides a certificate of participation that can be used as an internship letter, documenting the skills and achievements gained through the program.
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