Our impact
Our Graduates speak up for the HOC
At our most recent Healthy Ocean Advocacy Academy our participants took it upon themselves to create a video on the impact attending the Academy had on them. Directing, editing credit to Amaja Andrews.
“Rooting training and advocacy in justice and DEI frameworks is an astounding and groundbreaking experience that is unique to the Healthy Ocean Coalition.”
Dr. Priya Shukla, Ocean and Climate Scientist
“[The healthy ocean advocacy academy] was truly one of the most productive and impactful sessions I have ever attended.”
Kanisha Jones, Community Organizer, Southeast Georgia
“Thanks to the Healthy ocean coalition for making space for the intersectionality that our society needs so desperately.”
Wild Cumberland, Southeast Georgia conservation organization
“The HOC Academy was an incredible opportunity to meet and learn alongside a diverse and multidisciplinary community of passionate advocates and changemakers. Through high-quality workshops during the academy and consistently engaging monthly community calls following the academy, HOC is not only investing in the development of the academy students but also in the communities and programs they represent.”
Grey Gowder, Executive Director, Carolina Ocean Alliance
“I have had the honor of working with the HOC over the past year training leaders in the ocean conservation fight on how to use their stories in advocacy. I’ve seen the impacts of their efforts firsthand, reaffirming the necessity of the work.”
Elbi Elm, Communications and Brand Expert
As someone who is primarily focused on marine conservation science, I learned so much about how to communicate about my work and advocate for effective marine protection through the Healthy Ocean Advocacy Academy. Participating in the virtual academy and engaging with the HOC team gave me the tools I need to effectively bring science to policy and decision-makers to turn knowledge into action.
Jessica McCarthy, Conservation Analyst, Marine Conservation Institute
