Galápagos Infinito: Training Ocean Guardians

Project Summary:

The Naveducando program connects 7th-grade students (ages 12–13) with their marine environment through immersive “Ocean Classrooms.” This initiative uses sailing trips and coastal activities to deepen students’ knowledge, strengthen their connection to the ocean, and build a lasting commitment to conservation. The program features a progressive model of single-day and two-day field trips and will culminate in the creation of the Galápagos Blue Coalition to sustain local conservation efforts.

Expected Results:

• Direct engagement of over 1,000 students through 30 one-day trips (2025–2026) and 30 two-day trips (2026–2027).
• Certification of 1,000 students as “Ocean Guardians” upon program completion.
• Establishment of the Galápagos Blue Coalition, uniting 5 local organizations and launching one pilot conservation project per inhabited island.
• Enhanced teaching capacity, with 25 local teachers trained and actively applying experiential learning methodologies.
• Increased public awareness through the development of 3 educational communication products designed to amplify conservation messages.

Grantee: Naveducando

Partners: Frente Insular de la RMG