Education
“If a child is to keep alive his inborn sense of wonder, he needs the companionship of at least one adult who can share it, rediscovering with him the joy, excitement, and mystery of the world we live in.”
What We Do
Educational Programmes (physical or online)
The Healthy Seas educational programme is designed for children aged 6-18 years old. It can be implemented indoors or outdoors, at school or at external venues i.e. beach pavilion, cultural center, museum etc. The programme includes presentations explaining the topics of marine litter, ghost fishing, ghost nets, circular economy and the link to climate change. Fun games and arts & crafts activities which make learning enjoyable and memorable.
We are proud to be awarded the LOtC Quality Badge
We provide high-quality and safe learning experiences for children. Contact us to find out more about planning your school visit.
Outdoor Education with the European Outdoor Education Hub
We can also provide outdoor learning experiences connected to ocean conservation in collaboration with our partner, the European Outdoor Education Hub. Through our joint efforts, we’ve conducted impactful activities in Greece that address marine litter and the circular economy.
Beach Clean-ups
Healthy Seas organises beach and riverbank clean-ups to raise awareness of marine litter. Students, teachers, guardians, and guests can spend a day on the beach, learn about the impact of marine litter on sea life, aquatic ecosystems and human health and do their part for healthy seas.
University workshops
We collaborate with university teachers and faculties to create and support workshops focused on marine conservation.
For instance, we’ve partnered with Newcastle University in the UK to inspire future marine biologists. Additionally, we have conducted workshops at various universities in Greece, addressing sustainable aquaculture, waste management and circular economy solutions.
Expanding Circular Economy Education
At Healthy Seas, we are committed to equipping future generations with the knowledge and skills to drive positive change through the principles of the circular economy. Our long-standing partnership with AquafilSLO and Eco-Schools in Slovenia, initiated in 2022, serves as a strong example of how targeted education can empower students to understand and embrace circular practices.
Through engaging, real-world projects students are introduced to concepts such as sustainable production, responsible consumption, and circular fashion and design. These educational tools are designed not only to teach complex ideas but to spark creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on problem-solving. Each year, thousands of students participate in design challenges that allow them to apply circular economy principles in innovative ways.
Building on the success of our collaboration in Slovenia, our vision is to expand these educational opportunities, reaching more schools and engaging with a diverse set of partners, ensuring that the circular economy becomes a central pillar of environmental education globally.
Student Projects & Artworks
Healthy Seas supports artists and students of all ages (elementary to University) with their projects, artworks, etc., and institutions eager to help spread the word about the deadly impact of ghost nets.
School Fairs
Healthy Seas participates in school fairs with information booths where students, teachers, guardians, and guests can meet with staff and volunteers to learn more about our work and activities. Sustainable products made of ECONYL® regenerated nylon, such as socks, swimwear and carpets but also Bracenets, are on display providing visitors with real-life examples of a circular economy model.
Healthy Seas Virtual Reality Experience
Healthy Seas Virtual Reality Experience puts you in the fins of the Ghost Diving volunteers, on a mission to remove ghost nets
Utilising state-of-the-art technology, the Healthy Seas Virtual Reality Experience puts you in the fins of the Ghost Diving volunteers, on a mission to remove ghost nets from one of the biggest WWII submarines, sunken in the Ionian Sea, in Greece.
You will also have a chance to hop on board our first ghost net recovery vessel, the MAKO, and visit an underwater dome to find out more about our journey from waste to wear.
Virtual Reality technology offers an unforgettable experience for children and adults.
If you are responsible for a public venue or a school and are interested to host the Healthy Seas Virtual Reality Experience, get in touch!
Recommended for ages >13.
Developed together with Morild Interactive and A.W.E. S.O.M.E. Technologies
Discover Our Education Tools
Activities, experiments, and resources for schools, events—and beyond.
Looking for inspiration to bring ocean conservation and circular economy into your classroom or home? Visit our new Education Tools page, a curated collection of activities, experiments, and learning resources developed by Healthy Seas and collaborators. These are the same tools we use in schools and educational events across the world—and now they’re available for teachers, families, and curious minds everywhere.
From science-based games to creative storytelling, there’s something for every age and setting. Start exploring and make learning about the ocean hands-on, fun, and impactful.
Contact our education team!
Are you an individual interested in learning about marine litter, ocean conservation, and the circular economy?
Contact our education team to discover how you can bring these vital topics into your classroom. Complete the form below to get started.
Are you an organization interested in collaborating with us?
We are always looking to expand our collaborations with organisations that share the same values and vision for educating young and adults on marine protection and for a sustainable future. Contact our education team to explore the possibilities. Complete the form below to get started.
Hear from the people who participated in our events
Thank you so much for the work you are doing for the sea, for our future, and for all the children like Tea, who - through this experience with the Healthy Seas team in Cattolica, Italy - didn't just spend a few hours coloring and decorating, but unknowingly shaped her perception of her ecological footprint and the state of the seas and oceans.
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