{"id":15676,"date":"2024-05-23T08:24:06","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T08:24:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rgsc.govmu.org\/rgsc\/?page_id=15676"},"modified":"2024-06-04T10:22:01","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T10:22:01","slug":"marine-conservation-award","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/rgsc.govmu.org\/rgsc\/?page_id=15676","title":{"rendered":"MARINE CONSERVATION AWARD"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\">1. INTRODUCTION<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]The annual Sun<em>life <\/em>Marine Conservation Award recognizes outstanding individuals or groups working to preserve the marine environment. Award recipients receive funding to continue their crucial conservation efforts. Through these initiatives, Sunlife is proud to support ongoing research, education, and community engagement critical to the long-term health and sustainability of Mauritius&#8217; coastal ecosystems. The Award is run in collaboration with partners namely Rajiv Gandhi Science Centre (RGSC), Australian Aid, the Pole of Research Excellence in Sustainable Marine Biodiversity (PRE-SMB) and the University of Mauritius (UoM).<\/p>\n<p>In line with World Ocean Day 2024, the theme for this year\u2019s Marine Conservation Award is <strong>Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean &amp; Climate.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;150px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">2. OBJECTIVES<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Raise awareness among secondary school students about Mauritius&#8217; unique marine environment and biodiversity.<\/li>\n<li>Develop awareness of the dangers that waste, pollution, and climate change pose to our oceans.<\/li>\n<li>Encourage creative projects that promote marine conservation and<\/li>\n<li>Recognize outstanding student efforts to protect and raise awareness of Mauritius&#8217; coastal and marine environments<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15715&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15719&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>3. WHO CAN PARTICIPATE?<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]The contest is open to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Private and public secondary school students of Mauritius (Maximum of two projects per school)<\/li>\n<li>Each team should comprise a maximum of four students and one supervisor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">4. SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]The theme for the project is \u2018<strong>Catalyzing Action for Our Ocean &amp; Climate<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The Award rewards student initiatives that drive positive change for our ocean<\/li>\n<li>Projects must detail actions undertaken by students to preserve, protect <strong>and<\/strong>\/<strong>or <\/strong>raise community awareness about the marine environment among the community.<\/li>\n<li>Project must include a detailed clear and concise action plan on how the team aspires to conserve the marine environment and\/or raise community awareness.<\/li>\n<li>Each project must include a project synopsis of <strong>Maximum four pages detailing the following information: <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>a title, project background, well-defined aims and objectives, target group, method of implementation, an implementation plan with estimated budget and timeline, expected outcome with number of people reached, the potential impact on marine conservation, institutional support required and future plans for continuing the project\u2019s impact<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Projects that have already been implemented may be submitted with plans to be upscale and extend their impacts. Examples of existing project work such as videos, photos, and writings may be added as supplementary materials.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Projects that may qualify for the award are not limited to but may include projects such as marine conservation efforts, beach protection, community outreach programmes short documentaries, photography, and social media campaigns. <\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15721&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15722&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">5. EVALUATION BY JURY<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]Evaluation by a panel of judges will be based on the submitted type above:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Creativity and originality of project ideas<\/li>\n<li>Depth of research and understanding of issues<\/li>\n<li>Efforts to raise awareness and educate peers\/community<\/li>\n<li>Potential to inspire concrete actions in support of marine conservation<\/li>\n<li>A convincing implementation plan<\/li>\n<li>Project sustainability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">6. HOW TO PARTICIPATE?<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]STEP 1: Register &#8211; 19 May 2024<\/p>\n<p>Each participating school should register a maximum of TWO projects, to signify their intention to participate in the contest. The rector\/supervising educator is invited to complete the following online form on behalf of the school.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Registration link: <\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/241133124343543\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/241133124343543<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>QR CODE<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15679 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/rgsc.govmu.org\/rgsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"79\" height=\"77\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>STEP 2: Online Workshop<\/p>\n<p>An online workshop on Marine Conservation is scheduled for all registered participants conducted by Sunlife, University of Mauritius and the RGSC to provide more details on the modalities of the contest.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>STEP 3: Submit your projects 04 June 2024<\/p>\n<p>All project proposals should be submitted in word or pdf format on the following link:<\/p>\n<p>Submission link:<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/241163050008542\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/241163050008542<\/a><\/p>\n<p>QR CODE<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-15680 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/rgsc.govmu.org\/rgsc\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"88\" height=\"88\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>STEP 4: Judging\/Shortlisting \u2013 May\/June 2024<\/p>\n<p>The panel will review all eligible submissions and select the top two winning projects, taking into account the creativity, quality of research, potential impact, and alignment with the objectives of the award.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15718&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><strong>7. Awards<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]Winning teams will be awarded prizes sponsored by Sun<em>life <\/em>as follows:[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<div class=\"wptb-table-container wptb-table-15690\"><div class=\"wptb-table-container-matrix\" id=\"wptb-table-id-15690\" data-wptb-version=\"1.4.13\" data-wptb-pro-status=\"false\"><table class=\"wptb-preview-table wptb-element-main-table_setting-13260\" data-reconstraction=\"0\" style=\"border-width: 0px; border-style: solid; border-image: initial;\" data-wptb-table-tds-sum-max-width=\"1016\" data-wptb-cells-width-auto-count=\"2\" role=\"table\" data-wptb-even-row-background-color=\"#006ED6\" data-wptb-header-background-color=\"#C3107B\" data-wptb-odd-row-background-color=\"#5C9CD7\" data-wptb-td-width-auto=\"500\" data-table-columns=\"2\" data-wptb-fixed-width-size=\"0\" data-wptb-horizontal-scroll-status=\"false\" data-wptb-extra-styles=\"LyogRW50ZXIgeW91ciBjdXN0b20gQ1NTIHJ1bGVzIGhlcmUgKi8=\" data-wptb-responsive-directives=\"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\" data-wptb-adaptive-table=\"0\"><tbody><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"background-color: rgb(195, 16, 123);\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"0\" colspan=\"2\" rowspan=\"1\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-8\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: left;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<strong>&nbsp; &nbsp; Awards<\/strong><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"background-color: rgb(0, 110, 214); --hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-1\" style=\"font-size: 15px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">First Prize<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"1\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-5\" style=\"font-size: 15px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; Rs 25000<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"background-color: rgb(92, 156, 215); --hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"0\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-2\" style=\"font-size: 15px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Second Prize<\/p><p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" data-y-index=\"2\" data-x-index=\"1\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-wptb-css-td-auto-width=\"true\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-6\" style=\"font-size: 15px; color: rgb(255, 255, 255);\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; Rs 15000<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr class=\"wptb-row\" style=\"background-color: rgb(0, 110, 214); --hover-bg-color: undefined;\"><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-x-index=\"0\" data-y-index=\"3\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-9\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">Third Prize<\/p><p style=\"text-align: center;\"><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"wptb-cell\" style=\"border-width: 1px; padding: 4px;\" data-x-index=\"1\" data-y-index=\"3\"><div class=\"wptb-text-container wptb-ph-element wptb-element-text-10 edit-active\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 255, 255); font-size: 15px;\"><div class=\"\" style=\"position: relative;\"><p style=\"text-align: center;\">&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Rs 10000<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/div><\/div>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]All participants who submit a project and their supervising educators will receive a certificate of participation.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15723&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">8. RULES AND REGULATIONS<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Each team should consist of four students only, working under the supervision of one educator. Each school should register a maximum of two projects.<\/li>\n<li>Students represent their respective schools and are not participating as<\/li>\n<li>By participating in the contest, students and their responsible parties, educators and rectors permit the organizing committee to use their names, the school names as well as their photographs and videos to promote the Participants release the RGSC and Sun<em>life <\/em>from any claims, liabilities, and\/or damages arising directly or indirectly out of their participation in the contest.<\/li>\n<li>The decision of the Jury is final<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">9. ADDRESS FOR CORRESPONDENCE<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>DirectorRajiv Gandhi Science Centre Old Moka Road, Bell Village Tel: 2132773, Fax: 2132726Email: <a href=\"mailto:education@rgsctf.org\">education@rgsctf.org<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Website: rgsc.govmu.org<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15714&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;40px&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;15714&#8243; img_size=&#8221;large&#8221; alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; style=&#8221;vc_box_shadow_3d&#8221; onclick=&#8221;custom_link&#8221; img_link_target=&#8221;_blank&#8221; qode_css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; link=&#8221;https:\/\/form.jotform.com\/211880595741563&#8243;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: right;\">10. ABOUT SUNLIFE<\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]Sun<em>life <\/em>is committed to protecting the local marine environment and promoting ocean conservation. In collaboration with key partners Australian Aid, the Pole of Research Excellence in Sustainable Marine Biodiversity (PRE-SMB) and the University of Mauritius (UoM) has established the Sunlife Marine Center at Long Beach Hotel located on the scenic shores of Belle Mare, the Sunlife Marine Center serves as an educational hub for marine research, education, and advocacy. Through its work, the center aims to foster greater scientific understanding and appreciation for Mauritius&#8217; rich coastal and marine biodiversity.<\/p>\n<p>Australian Aid has provided ongoing technical and funding support to help build the center and teaching facilities The University of Mauritius partners on various research programs, with the possibility for researchers and students to regularly utilize the center for field studies.<\/p>\n<p>Open to both locals and guests, the Marine Center runs guided snorkeling trips, beach cleanups, and workshops to raise awareness. School field trips and a &#8216;Junior Ranger program\u2019 instill ocean stewardship values in youth. Public exhibits showcase threatened species and establish the center as an attraction as well.<\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text] 1. INTRODUCTION [\/vc_column_text][vc_separator type=&#8221;normal&#8221; color=&#8221;#000000&#8243;][vc_column_text]The annual Sunlife Marine Conservation Award recognizes outstanding individuals or groups working to preserve the marine environment. Award recipients receive funding to continue their crucial conservation efforts. 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