Is your dream to get into marine conservation? But you are worried you don't have the right qualifications, enough experience, or you don't know where to start? Then you need a copy of Marine Conservation An invaluable resource full of inspiration and tools for anyone with a passion for the ocean who would like to do more.
Marine Conservation is a comprehensive guide to making a difference without needing formal qualifications. Jam-packed with inspiring real-life stories from ocean advocates, plus practical advice, tips, and resources to support you on your journey.
Discover your place as an ocean advocate. From education to art, documentary filmmaking to activism, event organising to entrepreneurship, projects to non-profits - explore the many ways you can make an impact. Learn from experts in the field who share, with honesty, their own stories and insights into building marine conservation careers without relying on a scientific background.
Hear from inspiring voices including award-winning producer of A Plastic Ocean documentary, Jo Ruxton, renowned freediver and entrepreneur Hanli Prinsloo, founder of the 2 Minute Beach Clean, Martin Dorey, and many more.
Marine Conservation also includes a wealth of helpful resources and guides, including:
How and where to source funding for further education and marine conservation projectsHow to get into marine conservation volunteering and what opportunities existA list of must-read books to deepen your understandingTop tips for growing a personal brand or platform as an ocean advocateCourses and events to help build your knowledgeThe ocean needs passionate conservationists like you. Don't let a lack of confidence or knowledge hold you back from making this dream a reality
Written by award-winning and bestselling author Bex Band, founder and co-director of Ocean Advocate CIC - a non-profit dedicated to helping individuals turn their passion for the ocean into meaningful action. A divemaster and expedition leader, Bex has led and participated in marine conservation projects around the world. She believes that experience and qualifications aren't what matter most; if you care about the ocean, you have an important role to play in protecting it.