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Crossroads of Change
Today marked a significant milestone in our journey—our first port of call in Latin America. We woke up to the gentle hum of the Peace Boat docking in Cristóbal, Panama. After a day of learning and connecting at sea, the promise of setting foot on land brought fresh energy and anticipation.
The morning...
Sailing into Community
After a few whirlwind days on land, today gave us something we hadn’t had yet—time at sea. We spent the day aboard MV Pacific World, Peace Boat’s vessel, getting our sea legs and settling into life onboard as we sailed toward Cristóbal, Panama.
This isn’t your typical cruise. The Peace Boat is part...
Blue Innovation for a Sustainable Future
Our final day in Jamaica began as Peace Boat’s MV Pacific World docked in Montego Bay, which the organization frequently visits. While stepping aboard a ship with more than 1,700 passengers was an adventure in itself, the heart of the day centered on something far more impactful—the Blue Economy Forum,...
From Knowledge to Action: Saving Mangroves in Salt Marsh
We kicked off our second day of the Peace Boat US Youth for SDGs program with a short journey from Montego Bay to Salt Marsh in Trelawny Parish, Jamaica, where we immersed ourselves in learning about one of the most vital and vulnerable coastal ecosystems: mangroves.
Our day began with a workshop led...
From Sea to Soul – Rastafari Indigenous Village
As the sun dipped toward the horizon, we transitioned from the sea to the soul with a visit to the Rastafari Indigenous Village near Montego Bay. There, we were warmly welcomed into a community deeply rooted in spirituality, nature, and cultural resilience.
This meaningful relationship with Firstman,...
Diving into Discovery Bay
The Peace Boat US Youth for SDGs cohort embarked on an immersive learning journey in Jamaica. As a guest educator for the Peace Boat with local knowledge, I had the honor of introducing 13 passionate youth to the country and facilitating an unforgettable day exploring marine science and cultural heritage.
During...
Charting a New Course for Youth Empowerment: Introduction to the Caribbean and Latin America Peace Boat Voyage
At the core of global change are often the simplest beginnings—a conversation, a shared vision, a spark. One such spark was ignited in December 2023 at the COP28 Climate Conference in Dubai, where I met Emilie McGlone, Director of Peace Boat US. We immediately connected over our mutual commitment to...
Seagrass Gets the Spotlight: Launching a New Education Programme in Jamaica
The J.A.M.I.N. programme, which engages Jamaican secondary school students in learning about and restoring mangroves, just celebrated its 10-year anniversary. But mangroves don’t always have to steal the show! Another vital marine habitat—seagrass meadows—also deserves our attention. Like mangroves,...
Friend or Foe? Part 2: The Ocean’s Quiet Protector
In our previous post, we explored what seagrass is, where it’s found, and the incredible benefits it provides to marine life. Today, we’re turning the lens on us—how these underwater meadows help humans, and why they deserve a place in the spotlight.
So… does seagrass do anything for you? Oh yes, my...