Want to see more of this? You have the weekend to get your Expression of Interest in to be part of the Blue Influencers Scheme. Deadline 25th September 3pm. See here for more details: bitly.ws/VkeD

Want to help young people conserve our blue spaces? If you haven't already submitted your Expression of Interest for the Blue Influencers Scheme, you have until 3pm! See here for details: bitly.ws/VkeD

Our #OutdoorLearning Officer #Grant is now OPEN to charities & non-profits, funding up to £20,000 per Officer per year for up to 3 years (specific postcodes only). See our website for details. Hurry, application window closes 13 Nov. #Charity #NotforProfit vist.ly/f7b4

Our Blue Influencers scheme, match funded with the #iwill , is moving forward now our 22 partner charities are in place. These charities will now appoint #BlueMentors to guide young people to become #BlueInfluencers and take action to improve the #waterside environment

Congratulations to Wilts Wildlife Trust who have joined our Blue Influencers Scheme. Blue Influencers #BlueInfluencers #YouthSocialAction #EnvironmentalAction

We are looking for young people from across Cumbria to join our Climate Leaders project and the Blue Influencers scheme. Make a big impact for your local environment - The Future is Now! Cumbria Foundation The National Lottery Community Fund Westmorland and Furness Council The Ernest Cook Trust

What a fantastic #blueinfluencers event at Brathay Trust hall with The Ernest Cook Trust. Beautiful venue for 70+ staff from across the UK to gather & plan their next steps to engage young people with #bluespaces 💙(1/5) #youthsocialaction #BISConf2024 #BlueInfluencersSchemeConference2024

So many great speakers & workshops, from Kids Against Plastic inspiring us all, to Dr Emma McKinley bringing fun in to interactive activities, monitoring & evaluation. Brilliant tips to take away (3/5) #blueinfluencers #youthsocialaction #BISConf2024 #BlueInfluencersSchemeConference2024

In March I had the privilege of bringing 3 of #YouthOceanNetwork together from across the UK to deliver workshops in person for the first time (we have met regionally/virtually for 2 yrs) The Ernest Cook Trust kindly invited us to #BlueInfluencersConference... (1/4) 📷Stuart Walker 📸🎥

Stuart Walker 📸🎥 Blue Influencers The Ernest Cook Trust Marine Conservation Society Brathay Trust Our #YouthOceanNetwork delivered inspiring presentations to 70+ #bluementor delegates, & hosted fun, inclusive workshops in the afternoon with an aim of inspiring the mentors to take away & embed ideas in their environmental youth work💙Proud Katie here! 💪(3/4)📷Stuart Walker 📸🎥

Last month, our very own Geoff joined a regular group of beach cleaning volunteers at Grune Point near Silloth. "It was a timely insight into the types and origins of litter and pollution found on our beaches as our Blue Influencers project begins to get underway" he said.

Celebrating #EarthDay with these inspirational speakers from our Blue Influencers Scheme conference in Cumbria, Kids Against Plastic founders, Amy & Ella Meek, and #iwill Ambassador Phoebe Hanson. Superb examples of #youthsocialaction!

Are you a passionate and environmentally engaged young person? Do you want to help facilitate underserved young people to learn from nature, empowering them to have a positive impact on our environment? Yes, then join our Blue Influencers Youth Advisory Board. More ⬇️

NEW: We're delighted to launch our brand new Youth Voice and Participation Course, designed for anyone seeking to build their knowledge base and skills to successfully embed youth voice, participation, and co-design into their programmes and services. 👉 bit.ly/3UlFV8z

Today marks the beginning of #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek! 🧠 Research shows that being in, next to, or just looking at the Ocean can spark a positive reaction in your mind and body, offering a sense of calm, reducing stress, and promoting relaxation!

🐞🌻UpRising and The Wildlife Trusts are working together to better understand the experiences and perspectives of different people aged 16-30 about nature, the environmental movement & The Wildlife Trusts. 🌻🐞 👉Complete the survey by 7th June: tfaforms.com/5128070

We are recruiting new members for our Blue Influencers Youth Advisory Board Are you a passionate and environmentally engaged young person? Do you want to help facilitate underserved young people to learn from nature? Find out more in the link below. #YouthSocialAction

Here at the OCT we are super excited to be supporting World Ocean Day for Schools. A #FREE day of fun activities that encourage children to connect to their local blue space and inspire them to become ocean advocates. #WorldOceanDayforSchools Learn more here worldoceanday.school

Today, #PowerOfYouthDay , we recognise and empower all young change-makers. You can #BeThatPerson.

Blue Mentors based in the south met up at National Marine Aquarium last week, discussing Influencer’s challenges and successes. The highlight was feeding ‘Friday’, this amazing turtle! Thanks Dylan @‌OceanCTrust and @‌NMAPlymouth for an informative and extraordinary tour of your aquarium.