Description: The project focused on expanding the Educational Managed Marine Areas (EMMAs) network by establishing EMMAs in 5 new schools within the Tuamotu Archipelago. It involved characterising initial ecological states, providing teaching materials, engaging students in scientific learning, and employing diverse communication strategies. Successfully integrating 5 schools into the EMMA network enhanced local understanding of marine environments by involving young students. Key accomplishments involved initiating fish and invertebrate inventories within the 5 EMMA locations, dedicating over 50 hours to EMMA-related school activities, launching a new call for marine educational areas in 2018, and planning joint training sessions for teachers and EMMA representatives by the Ministry of Education, ensuring the project’s sustainability and long-term impact.
Duration: 12 months
