Championing Ocean Conservation Education: Ethical Yacht Wear Partners with The International SeaKeepers Society to Expand Educational Outreach Program

The sustainable yachting uniform company becomes a European Educational Outreach Partner for The International SeaKeepers Society.

Ethical Yacht Wear, a leading provider of sustainable and responsible yacht crew uniforms, is proud to announce its exciting new partnership with The International SeaKeepers Society, a renowned non-profit organisation that promotes oceanographic research, conservation and education through direct involvement with the yachting community.

This collaboration marks a significant step forward in both organisations’ mission to raise awareness about marine conservation while advocating for more sustainable practices across the marine industry.

The Programme?

The partnership will see Ethical Yacht Wear become a European Educational Outreach Partner for SeaKeepers’ educational programme, pivotal in expanding this programme throughout Europe.?

This innovative initiative provides free educational opportunities for children of all ages, both in person and online, focusing on topics related to marine wildlife, plastic pollution, sustainability practices and water contamination.?

The comprehensive resources include lesson plans, presentations, marine science kits and engaging activities. Additionally, the programme provides hands-on learning experiences through marine biology field trips, digital resources and training for teachers on marine science issues.?

As part of the outreach programme, the organisation offers floating classrooms through their DISCOVERY Yacht Programme, working closely with yacht owners; this aims to increase educational programming and connect school groups with local educators with a focus on marine conservation.?

A Combined Mission?

Ethical Yacht Wear not only supplies premium sustainable apparel to the industry but has also long been committed to the research, education and protection of the oceans by raising environmental awareness and promoting sustainable practices. This aligns perfectly with SeaKeepers’ mission to advance ocean research and education.?

“We are very excited to join forces with SeaKeepers and contribute to their vital mission of raising awareness of ocean conservation. As a company deeply committed to sustainability, we recognise how vital it is to educating the next generation about the impact of our actions on our marine environments.” – Lauren Wardley, Founder of Ethical Yacht Wear.

SeaKeepers UK team showcased their Ethical Yacht Wear jackets as they discussed the impact of marine debris and emphasised the importance of choosing sustainable product alternatives with RSA’s volunteers.

“Education is at the heart of what we do at SeaKeepers. Our Educational Outreach program provides an opportunity to show students why our ocean matters and how every child can play their part in the future health of our coasts and waterways. Partnering with Ethical Yacht Wear allows us to demonstrate how important every personal choice is, from the way we live our lives to the clothes we chose to wear.” – Gill Rodrigues, SeaKeepers Director International Relations.

As a European Educational Outreach Partner, Ethical Yacht Wear will contribute to the programme’s expansion and impact worldwide. The partnership represents a strong collaboration between two organisations dedicated to promoting sustainable practices and safeguarding the health of our oceans. Their combined efforts are amplifying outreach to inspire the next generation to create a lasting positive impact on the yachting community and beyond.

ABOUT ETHICAL YACHT WEAR

Ethical Yacht Wear, created for crew by crew, is a pioneer in sustainable yachting apparel. The company is dedicated to providing superior quality and premium design yacht crew uniforms crafted from 100% organic cotton or recycled materials. More than a uniform supplier, Ethical Yacht Wear is committed to promoting ocean conservation, donating a percentage of profits from each sale to ocean clean-up and research initiatives. Through collaborations across the yachting industry, the company raises awareness and inspires positive change, striving to improve ocean conservation efforts worldwide. VISIT WEBSITE - ETHICALYACHTWEAR.COM

ABOUT THE INTERNATIONAL SEAKEEPERS SOCIETY

The International SeaKeepers Society is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization that facilitates oceanographic research, conservation, and education through direct involvement with the yachting community. Providing educational resources and hands-on marine science experiences to students is the primary focus for ensuring the wellbeing of our planet. SeaKeepers enables the yachting community to take full advantage of their unique potential to advance marine sciences and raise awareness about global ocean issues.

Founded in Monaco in 1998, The International SeaKeepers Society has been supporting ocean conservation through direct involvement with the yachting community for more than twenty-five years. What started as a data collection program aboard select luxury yachts, has evolved to engage thousands of participants annually with at-sea and coastal programming. Today SeaKeepers’ mission is focused on the DISCOVERY Yacht Program which is comprised of Scientist-Led Expeditions, Citizen Science, Educational Outreach, and Community Engagement.

As a catalyst working with governments, scientists, institutions, and other marine organizations to further its mission, SeaKeepers supports sensible, achievable marine protection and restoration. Activities take place globally through the efforts of headquarters based in the United States with offices located on the east and west coast, and international representation in Singapore, the United Kingdom, and the South Pacific. VISIT WEBSITE —?SEAKEEPERS.ORG