National Marine Educators Association

?? Today (FEB 15) is the last chance to submit a nomination for one of our #MarineEdAwards, which will be announced at the #NMEA2025 conference in Lafayette, LA. Read more about the award categories and nomination process on our website: https://lnkd.in/gtAdvEf4

This Valentine's Day, give yourself a little love and support by applying for a scholarship to attend the #NMEA2025 conference in Lafayette, LA! Applications are due TODAY, so make sure to get yours in! https://lnkd.in/e-ic-gtZ

If you are interested in attending the #NMEA2025 annual conference but need financial assistance, NMEA offers scholarships ranging from $500 - $1500 to help you get there! Remember, ALL PRESENTERS MUST REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE. We have two scholarship types still available: ? NMEA Member-only scholarships are available to any NMEA member in good standing living in the U.S. or abroad. You must be logged in to the NMEA member portal to apply. ? Equity & Belonging scholarships are open to individuals who have never been a member of NMEA and identify as racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ people, people with disabilities, people of low socioeconomic status, and/or other underrepresented groups at all levels of marine science education. Find out more and apply by Feb 14: https://lnkd.in/e-ic-gtZ NMEA 2025 - Lafayette, LA - June 29-July 3 - Co-hosted by SAME

Presentation proposals for the #NMEA2025 conference in Lafayette, LA, are due tomorrow - Feb. 7th. Are you interested in presenting a workshop, lightning talk or poster? Make sure to submit your proposal by 11:59 pm CT TOMORROW! https://lnkd.in/gU2yy34A

REMINDER: the deadline is approaching to submit an award nomination to recognize a colleague, friend, mentor, student, employee, or organization for their amazing work in marine or aquatic education. NMEA offers marine education and conservation awards in six categories, plus honorary membership. ???? ? Nominations must be received before February 15, 2025 to be considered for the 2025 awards. Award categories and nomination requirements are available on our website: https://lnkd.in/gtAdvEf4

EarthEcho’s annual Youth Leadership Summit is back! Join young ocean advocates in key cities around the world on February 8 and 9 to learn about the High Seas Treaty, understand the critical protections it would provide our ocean, and gain practical strategies for advancing the Treaty’s ratification in the coming year. Whether you attend in person or tune in virtually, this Summit is a chance to connect with youth in your local community, as well as plug-into the global network of ocean and climate advocates. Find a Summit location near you and register for this special event at: https://lnkd.in/gWvwqHh Registration closes February 5. Limited spaces are available at each site, and will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Register TODAY to reserve your space!

REMINDER: The submission deadline for conference presentations is Friday, February 7. Don’t miss out on this chance to share your ideas, programs, research, or resources with an international audience! https://lnkd.in/eqF5eXRK Concurrent Sessions are the heart of NMEA Conference programming. We invite educators, researchers, explorers, writers, artists, conservation managers, and anyone with a passion for the World of Water to submit a proposal to present a concurrent session at the 2025 annual conference, co-hosted by SAME (Southern Association of Marine Educators).

NMEA has been an integral part of Ocean Literacy since its inception, and 2025 marks the 20th anniversary of the publication of the Ocean Literacy Guide. NMEA has been and continues to be a voice on the international stage in fostering a global culture of ocean stewardship. Ocean Literacy is a global phenomenon, underpinning many important international initiatives including the UN Ocean Decade. Please support the inclusion of Ocean Literacy in the upcoming Ocean Decade conference by signing this petition. https://lnkd.in/dT-tCm5Z We urge you to consider including the following paragraph in the UNOC3 Declaration under Art.24: “Commit to implementing initiatives that improve overall ocean literacy in educational frameworks and wider public awareness initiatives, emphasizing transdisciplinary, experiential and inclusive learning approaches that acknowledge scientific and traditional knowledge to address systemic challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, and sustainable marine resource management, and to cultivate ocean stewardship across all sectors of society.”

Apply by February 1 for an International Scholarship to attend the 2025 NMEA Conference in Lafayette, Louisiana, June 29 - July 2. https://lnkd.in/gKrBiQQb The NMEA International Scholarship was created by the NMEA Board of Directors in 2024 to strengthen the organization’s commitment to supporting the growth in international partnerships and collaboration toward an ocean literate society. The International Scholarship is open to any non-US based person interested in attending the NMEA conference, regardless if they are an NMEA member or not. Scholarship awards are based on the merit of the applicants and geographical distribution. Successful applicants will receive a complimentary one-year membership to NMEA and up to $1500 USD to help cover registration and travel costs for the NMEA Annual Conference. Scholarship applications for this year’s conference are due by February 1, 2025.

Need some inspiration for your 2025 award nomination? Check out our 2024 winners: https://lnkd.in/gbygkkYV. Nominations received by February 15 will be considered for the 2025 NMEA Marine Education Awards - so don't delay! 2024 MARINE EDUCATION AWARD—INDIVIDUAL Tina Miller-Way, Alabama 2024 OUTSTANDING TEACHER Katie Lodes, Missouri 2024 MARINE EDUCATION AWARD—OUTSTANDING ORGANIZATION The Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk, Connecticut 2024 JAMES CENTORINO AWARD David Christopher, Delaware 2024 YOUTH LEADERSHIP IN MARINE CONSERVATION AWARD Asa Miller, New York 2024 PRESIDENT’S AWARD Laura Diederick, Washington DC