International Junior SeaKeepers Programme

SeaKeepers provides high school students globally including the UK, Singapore, and South Pacific, with hands-on experiences in marine science research, professional development, and community outreach, empowering them to educate their local communities about marine conservation.

Applications for the 2025–2026 International Junior SeaKeepers Programme are now open. Apply by December 5th and secure your spot!

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IJSK South Pacific Students Experience the Ocean Up Close at Te Hāwere a Maki (Goat Island) Marine Reserve gallery 13

Overview

The International Junior SeaKeepers (IJSK) Programme is designed to equip students in the United Kingdom, Singapore, and New Zealand with the knowledge and skills necessary to become leaders in marine conservation. Offered to English-speaking youth ages 14 to 18, students gain an in-depth understanding of critical ocean issues and the scientific and policy-driven approaches to addressing them. 

Through mentorship from global marine science experts and conservation projects, students develop scientific literacy, leadership skills, and the confidence to advocate for ocean protection within their own communities. Offered at no cost to participants, IJSK is designed to ensure access for all young people, regardless of background – requiring only time, curiosity, and passion for the ocean. 

Each IJSK chapter is adapted to its marine environment and educational context: United Kingdom, Singapore, and New Zealand. 

Through IJSK, every student becomes part of a global movement to protect and preserve our ocean — proving that meaningful change begins with education, passion, and a shared love for the sea.

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Become a Junior SeaKeeper

Junior SeaKeepers will have the opportunity to:
  • Act as leaders at community cleanups.
  • Receive community service hours for all beach cleanups attended.
  • Present their scientific marine research findings to peers and parents.
  • The marine environment through webinars with local experts.
  • The scientific method through hands-on research.
  • The art of science communication and effective storytelling through creative projects.
  • The process of becoming a champion for environmental conservation through partnered advocacy trainings.
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Programme Alumni

Alexander Walker, 2024-2025 Junior SeaKeepers Cohort

Alexander Walker, a senior at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 @ Zelda Glazer, has been nominated for the prestigious Silver Knight Award in Science. The Silver Knight Awards, sponsored by The Miami Herald, honor high school seniors who demonstrate exceptional high achievement in both academics and community service. Each school in Miami-Dade and Broward counties may nominate one student per category.

Alex credits the Junior SeaKeepers Program for helping him merge his passions for music and ocean conservation, making this nomination possible. We wish him the very best of luck at the Silver Knight Awards Ceremony this spring.

Program Alumni

Alexia Lorie, JSK 2024-25 Cohort

Alexia Lorie, a student at Jose Marti MAST 6-12 Academy, has been named a finalist for the Local 10 News “Eco Hero: Down Under” competition due to her dedication to environmental advocacy and her passion for eliminating plastic waste.

Trained to persuade local business owners to ditch plastic in favor of greener, more sustainable alternatives, Alexia is making a real impact in the fight for a healthier planet.

As a graduated Junior SeaKeeper, her commitment to conservation continues to inspire future generations of young ocean advocates.

Thank you for your support! Voting for Alexia has officially closed. Stay tuned for updates on the results and her incredible work.

Program Alumni

Charlotte Rowe, Spring 2023 Cohort

Charlotte Rowe, a Senior at South Plantation High School, has been named a finalist for the Local 10 News “Eco Hero: Down Under” competition as a result of her dedication to environmental advocacy.

Charlotte credits her time as a Junior SeaKeeper as a pivotal experience in her journey, shaping her understanding of marine biodiversity through hands-on workshops and fieldwork. Her commitment to conservation continues to inspire future generations of young ocean advocates.

Thank you for your support! Voting for Charlotte has officially closed. Stay tuned for updates on the results and her incredible work.