Education & Conservation
The Bahamas is a nation of islands with 95% of our territory underwater. Our economy, livelihoods, and culture are inextricably linked to the health of our oceans. BREEF is dedicated to educating Bahamians and visitors about protecting our coral reefs that protect us. We proudly reach over 3,500 students a year through our education programmes.
Education
We have so many opportunities for you to connect with nature. Whether you want to experience a nature walk, shallow-water snorkel or a field study, we’ll work with you to customize a fun and engaging learning experience.
Restore
Coral Restoration
Help us restore our coral reefs! We can train you on how to become a PADI Reef Rescue Diver.
Protect
Safeguarding
BREEF works to protect our ocean for future generations including 20% our ocean in marine protected areas.
Current Events
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28
Sep
2020
BESS internship begins!
BREEF welcomes the 2020-2021 Bahamian Environmental Stewards Scholars! Check out BESS Alumni, Kenaro’s highlights as a BESS scholar. -
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Sep
2020
Virtual Field Studies!
Explore our beautiful Blue Bahamas with your students in a BREEF virtual presentation to the BREEF Coral Reef Sculpture Garden… -
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Oct
2020
Virtual Eco-Schools Bahamas Coordinators Workshop
Under the theme “Lessons from hurricane Dorian and COVID-19: Building a resilient Eco-Schools Bahamas Programme,” participants in the three-day workshop…
BREEF and Rolex Partner to Preserve and Protect Nature.
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) and Rolex are celebrating their partnership for a better future with a short film about our beautiful blue Bahamas. The film highlights BREEF and Eco-Schools Bahamas students and the actions they are taking within their schools and communities to combat climate change and to sustain our way of life. Rolex’s Perpetual Planet initiative celebrates partnerships that encourage and inspire the next generation of underwater explorers and conservationists.Watch Film!
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It envelopes our islands, enhances our biodiversity, informs our culture and supports our economy
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BREEF News
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NO WASTE IS GOOD WASTE!
2020 Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) National Competition Entry: Tony Gardiner, St.Anne’s School-Nassau, Bahamas In The Bahamas there are numerous locations like this one that are stocked with waste.…
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Our Hearts are with Mauritius
On July 25th, 2020, the island of Mauritius experienced a devastating environmental disaster. A Japanese-owned ship carrying 4,000 tons of fuel oil hit a coral reef in a marine sanctuary.…
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BESS Alumni Spotlight: Walcott Miller
“In the end, we will conserve only what we love; we will love only what we understand, and we will understand only what we are taught.” – Baba Dioum Twelve…
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BREEF OFFERS PADI Airborne Pathogen Awareness Course
Are you a school looking to protect your teachers, students and community? Or perhaps a business looking for guidance on how to provide a clean and hygienic environment. Sign up…