Ocean Pledge Programs
To inspire and empower the next generation of marine conservation leaders
The Ocean Pledge Ambassadors Programme is a transformative
initiative designed to inspire and equip the next generation
of environmental leaders.
voice of the oceans
ambassadors course
A 9-week immersive programme combining communication, leadership, and ocean-based experiences.
• Practical skills training
• Exposure to conservation leaders
• Adventure-based learning Designed for youth aged 15–18, this programme builds confidence, develops leadership, and opens pathways into environmental careers.
• Practical skills training
• Exposure to conservation leaders
• Adventure-based learning Designed for youth aged 15–18, this programme builds confidence, develops leadership, and opens pathways into environmental careers.
Ambassadors-in-Action Programme
Graduates join a growing network of young leaders taking action in their communities.
• Community projects & activations
• Ongoing mentorship & support
• Real-world impact
Ambassadors become catalysts for change — spreading knowledge, inspiring behaviour shifts, and building stronger, ocean-conscious communities.
VOICE OF THE OCEAN
SKILLS WE TEACH
ENVIRONMENT:
• Students are exposed to real-life scenarios, fragile eco systems, innovative solution-oriented organisations, and scientists that are trying to tackle real-world problems from various angles.
• Weekly talks by local conservationists, activists, NGO’s, scientists, communication specialists and thought leaders within the field of conservation.
• Students are exposed to real-life scenarios, fragile eco systems, innovative solution-oriented organisations, and scientists that are trying to tackle real-world problems from various angles.
• Weekly talks by local conservationists, activists, NGO’s, scientists, communication specialists and thought leaders within the field of conservation.
PRESENTATIONS SKILLS
(‘Present with Power’ By Verity Price):
• How to craft a story • Breathing, managing stress and power postures
• Organising and delivering prepared speeches
• Working on spontaneous speech delivery
• Impromptu speaking
• Increasing confidence in front of an audience
• The art of body language
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Learning the do’s and the don’ts of presenting
• Developing leadership potential
(‘Present with Power’ By Verity Price):
• How to craft a story • Breathing, managing stress and power postures
• Organising and delivering prepared speeches
• Working on spontaneous speech delivery
• Impromptu speaking
• Increasing confidence in front of an audience
• The art of body language
• Giving and receiving feedback
• Learning the do’s and the don’ts of presenting
• Developing leadership potential
PROGRAMME OUTLINE
9 X SKILLS FACILITATION
SESSIONS
• 1 x Masterclass: ‘Impact of our daily choice on the health of our oceans’. • 9 x ‘Present with Power’ Skills development sessions. Content curated by 2021 International Toastmasters Champion, Verity Price. • Throughout the course, exposure to various thought leaders in conservation, providing conservation learnings and highlighting career pathways.
SESSIONS
• 1 x Masterclass: ‘Impact of our daily choice on the health of our oceans’. • 9 x ‘Present with Power’ Skills development sessions. Content curated by 2021 International Toastmasters Champion, Verity Price. • Throughout the course, exposure to various thought leaders in conservation, providing conservation learnings and highlighting career pathways.
6 X IMMERSIVE, NATURE CONNECT EXPERIENCES
• A ranger guided visit to see the critically endangered penguins at Boulders.
• A Joanna Macey deep ecology workshop to connect conservation with the heart.
• A Little Optimist sailing day. • A visit to the Two Oceans Aquarium.
• Educational snorkelling into the Great African Sea Forest with Cape Radd/ Argonaut Science to learn first hand about Marine Protected Areas and strengthen their emotional bond with the sea. • A visit to the submarine museum.
• A ranger guided visit to see the critically endangered penguins at Boulders.
• A Joanna Macey deep ecology workshop to connect conservation with the heart.
• A Little Optimist sailing day. • A visit to the Two Oceans Aquarium.
• Educational snorkelling into the Great African Sea Forest with Cape Radd/ Argonaut Science to learn first hand about Marine Protected Areas and strengthen their emotional bond with the sea. • A visit to the submarine museum.
GRADUATION AND INVITATION TO THE AMBASSADORS IN ACTION NETWORK
• Graduation Ceremony: Students conduct final speeches before and audience and receive Ocean Pledge certificates.
• Students invited to join the Ambassadors Network and pledge to fulfil their #VoiceoftheOcean roles.
• Graduation Ceremony: Students conduct final speeches before and audience and receive Ocean Pledge certificates.
• Students invited to join the Ambassadors Network and pledge to fulfil their #VoiceoftheOcean roles.
Not just a program - it's a movement
AMBASSADORS
IN-ACTION NETWORK
IN-ACTION NETWORK
OUTLINE
GRADUATED AMBASSADORS:96
ACTIVATIONS ATTENDED THUS FAR: 50+
ESTIMATED REACH: 1000’s CONTINUED INVESTMENT INTO LEADERSHIP
• 12 x monthly learning sessions, which may include:
• Talks by local scientists, NGOs, thought leaders;
• Personal development workshops
• Training on teaching and materials
• Crafting CV’s and employment readiness
• Immersive education in aspects related to ocean conservation
• Exposure to marine-related opportunities within the network
• Networking, collaborating with established organisations for greater impact
12 X AMBASSADOR LEAD COMMUNITY ACTIVATIONS PER ANNUM
• Students are encouraged to apply course learnings and fulfil leadership roles in real-world community-upliftment sessions, by devising and implementing activations to create real-time impact
• Activations may include: Public speaking/ presenting at schools, NGO’s, businesses; Beach clean ups; Social media campaigns; Educational beach games to educate the youth; Ocean Pledge signing, one-on-one engagement and interviews (A small stipend is paid to Ambassadors for participation in activations, and their roles end up on their CV’s)
ACTIVATIONS ATTENDED THUS FAR: 50+
ESTIMATED REACH: 1000’s CONTINUED INVESTMENT INTO LEADERSHIP
• 12 x monthly learning sessions, which may include:
• Talks by local scientists, NGOs, thought leaders;
• Personal development workshops
• Training on teaching and materials
• Crafting CV’s and employment readiness
• Immersive education in aspects related to ocean conservation
• Exposure to marine-related opportunities within the network
• Networking, collaborating with established organisations for greater impact
12 X AMBASSADOR LEAD COMMUNITY ACTIVATIONS PER ANNUM
• Students are encouraged to apply course learnings and fulfil leadership roles in real-world community-upliftment sessions, by devising and implementing activations to create real-time impact
• Activations may include: Public speaking/ presenting at schools, NGO’s, businesses; Beach clean ups; Social media campaigns; Educational beach games to educate the youth; Ocean Pledge signing, one-on-one engagement and interviews (A small stipend is paid to Ambassadors for participation in activations, and their roles end up on their CV’s)
ACTIVATIONS
ACTIVATIONS ARE DESIGNED, IMPLEMENTED AT EXECUTED BY AMBASSADORS UNDER MENTORSHIP, AND COLLABORATION WITH ORGANISATIONS SIGNING OCEAN PLEDGES ARE ENCOURAGED
• Sylvia Earle activation, 22 Feb : Dalebrook, Kalk Bay
• World Penguin Day, 15 March: Simonstown
• Capella House, 20 March, Fishhoek
• OSU Beach Clean, 9 May: Muizenberg
• LSLA Activation, 14 June: Muizenberg
• ACDP Activation, 26 July: Cornwall Road and Vlei, Lakeside
• MPA Day at Rock Academy, Fishhoek, 31 Jul
• MPA Day at de Duine School, 1 Aug
• MPA Day at Dalebrook, 2 Aug
• La Muse Activation, 9 Aug
• Wave One Hundred Kommetjie, 13 September
• Kannemeyer Primary School Presentation, 25 October
(*Ambassadors are paid a small stipend for their involvement and are encouraged to their lead their team)
• Sylvia Earle activation, 22 Feb : Dalebrook, Kalk Bay
• World Penguin Day, 15 March: Simonstown
• Capella House, 20 March, Fishhoek
• OSU Beach Clean, 9 May: Muizenberg
• LSLA Activation, 14 June: Muizenberg
• ACDP Activation, 26 July: Cornwall Road and Vlei, Lakeside
• MPA Day at Rock Academy, Fishhoek, 31 Jul
• MPA Day at de Duine School, 1 Aug
• MPA Day at Dalebrook, 2 Aug
• La Muse Activation, 9 Aug
• Wave One Hundred Kommetjie, 13 September
• Kannemeyer Primary School Presentation, 25 October
(*Ambassadors are paid a small stipend for their involvement and are encouraged to their lead their team)