November 21, 2024
Written by Amy Heemsoth
Seeing a former student grow into a passionate advocate for the environment is one of the most rewarding aspects of my work. Still, nothing compares to the joy of welcoming that former student as a colleague. So, when I learned …
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November 19, 2024
Written by Amy Heemsoth
We are thrilled to announce the launch of another exciting year for our Mangrove Education and Restoration Programs! These programs empower students and educators to protect and restore vital mangrove ecosystems, which play a critical role in maintaining coastal protection, biodiversity, …
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November 14, 2024
Written by Amy Heemsoth
For over ten years, the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation has empowered Jamaican students to protect and restore one of their most valuable natural resources—mangrove forests. Mangroves are vital to coastal communities, protecting shores from storms, filtering water, and …
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November 12, 2024
In Finance Middle East By Beatriz Valero de Urquia November 11, 2024 From blue bonds to ocean conservation funds, sustainable finance initiatives are focusing on future-proofing marine ecosystems. What if there were no more fish in the sea? In 2022, …
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November 12, 2024
Written by Guest Author
By Farid Sharifi My name is Farid Sharifi. I was contacted to work on the Spanish translation of the Reefs at Risk Activity and Coloring Book. The book was illustrated by Ryan Sobel, a personal friend of mine. I decided to help …
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October 30, 2024
Written by Amy Heemsoth
Over the years, we’ve equipped teachers and students with a wide range of educational resources to foster a deeper understanding of coral reefs and mangrove ecosystems while aiding in increasing ocean literacy. Our Education Portal is the central hub for our Coral Reef …
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October 22, 2024
Written by Luz Veronica Delvasto Algarin
After six months of being the Outreach Volunteer for the Living Oceans Foundation, where I created informative social media content like the “All About Mangroves” and “The Ocean & Us” video series, I’m excited to share my next step! I’m …
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October 14, 2024
Written by Liz Thompson
On Indigenous Peoples’ Day, we recognize the invaluable contributions that Indigenous communities have made to marine conservation worldwide. Nowhere is this more evident than in the Pacific Islands, where for millennia, communities have practiced sustainable marine management through traditional systems such as kapu in Polynesia, tabu in Fiji, bul in Micronesia, and ra’ui in the Cook Islands. These ancient practices reflect a deep understanding of the environment and a commitment to protecting marine resources for future generations.
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October 10, 2024
Written by Alexandra Dempsey
On September 25, 2024, world leaders, experts, and stakeholders gathered at the United Nations in New York for a pivotal High-Level Plenary Meeting on Sea Level Rise (SLR). The meeting was convened in response to the growing existential threat posed …
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September 18, 2024
Written by Liz Thompson
The Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation (KSLOF) recently took part in the Fourth Foundations Dialogue, held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from September 3-5, 2024. Hosted by the Fundação Grupo Boticário de Proteção à Natureza alongside key partners UNESCO Ocean and UNESCO, this gathering was part of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (the Ocean Decade). With over 30 global philanthropic foundations in attendance, the event focused on exploring strategic actions, pooling resources, and enhancing investments in ocean conservation.
Participating in the Fourth Foundations Dialogue provided KSLOF with the opportunity to collaborate with leading voices in ocean conservation, discuss pressing marine issues, and develop strategies for the future.
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