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_movement 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!

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 @wodforschools. 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.

We’re looking forward to welcoming charities from across the UK to this important and informative online event where we share our findings from the #GreenInfluencersScheme. Register to secure your place forms.office.com/pages/response… @iwill_movement Department for Culture, Media and Sport The National Lottery Community Fund Blue Influencers

Young people are the future of conservation! Join us for our next 'Ocean Conversations' event this month as we celebrate young people in Ocean conservation! 🗓️ 23rd October ⏰ 17:30-20:30 🎟️ £5 bit.ly/3A3rP5x

Plymouth's Ocean Influencers are using arts and science activities to learn more about how to connect and care for the sea, and to get others involved in caring and understanding Plymouth's greatest natural asset - our ocean! Watch their video here: instagram.com/p/DB9SnIYuYFt/

This #iwillweek, we’re celebrating Blue Influencers whose #youthsocialaction projects impact our blue spaces and help each one of them thrive. #StillWeRise The National Lottery Community Fund Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Ernest Cook Trust

It’s #iwillweek! Big shout out to all our Blue Influencers who our leading the way in their communities with unique #youthsocialaction projects that impact local blue spaces. #StillWeRise The National Lottery Community Fund Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Ernest Cook Trust

We’re marking #iwillweek by spotlighting ALL our Blue Influencers whose #youthsocialaction projects across the nation’s blue spaces are a great example of what’s possible when we work together. #StillWeRise The National Lottery Community Fund Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Ernest Cook Trust

Celebrating the remarkable resilience of our Blue Influencers this #iwillweek, who overcome many obstacles in pursuit of their #youthsocialaction projects in our nation’s blue spaces #StillWeRise The National Lottery Community Fund Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Ernest Cook Trust

On this final day of #iwillweek, we’re celebrating our amazing Blue Influencers whose unique #youthsocialaction projects in our nation’s blue spaces defy stereotypes and confront public perceptions of young people. #StillWeRise The National Lottery Community Fund Department for Culture, Media and Sport The Ernest Cook Trust