Meet the Students of our Rising Tides Youth Program

Written by Teni Burrows and Danielle Cartwright

Launched in 2022, our Rising Tides Youth Program inspires and empowers future marine conservation leaders. We offer a balanced curriculum of classroom lessons and in-field studies, equipping young Bahamians with the skills, knowledge, and tools for marine science, environmental studies, conservation, and research. Our Rising Tides summer program continues to grow, welcoming new marine biology students each year while maintaining our core objectives.

Rising Tides summer program

If you know a Bahamian student interested in our Rising Tides summer program, here’s what they need to know. Applicants must:

  • Be enrolled in a local senior school or grades 10-12 (based in New Providence, The Bahamas)
  • Have reliable transportation for spring and summer sessions.
  • Be willing to complete PADI scuba dive training courses

 

Recruitment for the next cohort of Rising Tides students begins in January and February of 2025. Mark your calendars! Learn more about our educational opportunities in The Bahamas here. 

Rising Tides students and instructors Dr. Karlisa Callwood and Danielle Cartwright gather at Jaws Beach, ready to snorkel and explore the rich biodiversity and critical importance of seagrass ecosystems.

Powering the Next Wave: Celebrating the Conclusion of Our 2024 Rising Tides Program

The Rising Tides program, an initiative of the Perry Institute for Marine Science, is nurturing the next generation of conservationists in The Bahamas. Through classroom instruction and field studies, Bahamian students are inspired and equipped with knowledge and skills for careers in marine science, conservation, and research. The program has certified students as PADI Open Water Divers and Reef Rescue Divers, paving the way for future academic and professional opportunities. The impact of the Rising Tides program is best expressed through the voices of its passionate participants, who share their transformative experiences and dreams for the future of marine conservation.

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