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BREEF’s YRE Photojournalism Workshop Inspires Youth for Ecosystem Restoration
Nassau, Bahamas – The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) hosted an Environmental Journalism Photography Workshop for youth at Delaporte Beach under the theme “Ecosystem Restoration”. Twenty eco-conscious students between…
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BREEF Eco-Schools Bahamas Celebrate International Coastal Cleanup Day
BREEF’s Eco-Schools Bahamas Programme proudly participated in International Coastal Cleanup Day on September 21st, bringing together schools and groups from across The Bahamas in a powerful display of community-driven conservation.…
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BREEF’S ECO-SCHOOLS COORDINATORS WORKSHOP EMPOWER EDUCATORS IN ENVIRONMENTAL TEACHER TRAINING
BREEF held its annual Eco-Schools Bahamas (ESB) Workshop on Friday, October 11, 2024, at the New Providence Community Centre. Over 60 educators from Abaco, Eleuthera, Grand Bahama, Cat Island and…
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The Success of Our BESS Scholars: Shaping Future Leaders
The Bahamas Environmental Stewards Scholar Programme (BESS) has been a cornerstone in cultivating the next generation of environmental leaders in The Bahamas since its inception. This transformative experience which consists…
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Over a Year and a Half of Reef Damage—At the Cost of Our Coastline
Nassau, Bahamas – It has been a year and eight months since a barge became stranded on a coral reef off Saunders Beach in New Providence, causing significant and ongoing…
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BREEF Press Snorkel Interrupted by Oil Pollution: A Call to Action
Nassau, Bahamas – BREEF hosted a special snorkel adventure in the waters off Clifton Heritage National Park to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Coral Reef Sculpture Garden & Coral…
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Marine Explorers interact with Bahamian reefs at BREEF Summer Sea Camps
Nassau, Bahamas – Under the theme “Marine Explorers,” the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) held another successful summer of fun and informative sea camps. This year our sea camps…
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Celebrating Independence Day: A call for environmental freedom
Nassau, Bahamas – As we celebrate Bahamian Independence Day, we consider our nation’s journey and the milestones that have shaped our identity. This year, our reflection must extend beyond our…
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BREEF Young Voices of The Bahamas
This feature highlights a collection of students who have participated in various BREEF programmes. Each student shares their vision for the future of The Bahamas, specifically from a marine conservation…
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BREEF Eco-Schools Coordinator Receives Global Recognition for Excellence in Education for Sustainable Development
On Thursday, the 6th of June 2024, Grand Bahama Bishop Michael Eldon School Eco-Schools Bahamas (ESB) Coordinator, Mrs. Cheng Bee Selim-Dela Peña was named as one of seventeen teachers worldwide…
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BREEF Celebrates World Oceans Day 2024 with Community Snorkel Event
Nassau, Bahamas – June 8, 2024: The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) celebrated World Oceans Day 2024 with a successful public snorkel event at Sea Beach Promenade on West…
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Embracing Summer Amidst the Reality of Global Warming: A Call to Action
The Coral Bleaching CrisisLast summer, coral reefs experienced mass coral bleaching due to record-breaking ocean temperatures. The corals growing on “Ocean Atlas,” the focal sculpture of the BREEF Coral Reef…
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Prime Minister Renews National Ocean Protection Week Proclamation in The Bahamas
Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) and Casuarina McKinney-Lambert, Executive Director, applaud Prime Minister Philip E. Davis for renewing the “National Ocean Protection Week” proclamation, spanning from June 3rd to…
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BREEF Awards Deep Creek Middle School its 7th Consecutive Eco-Schools Green Flag
Deep Creek Middle School (DCMS) in Deep Creek, South Eleuthera, earned its seventh consecutive Eco-Schools Green Flag Award on Tuesday, the 7th of May 2024. The Green Flag Award is…
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BREEF’s Earth Week: Empowering Youth for Conservation
Throughout Earth Week, BREEF dedicated its efforts to engaging youth in environmental stewardship through a series of impactful initiatives. The team embarked on a journey across various school expos in…
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YRE 2024 National Competition Winning Entries
1st Place Confronting the Devastating Effects of Marine Pollution in The Bahamasby Dejae WoodsUniversity of the Bahamas The Bahamas, a paradise with breathtaking beaches, nearly 700 islands and cays (Albury…
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BREEF’s Sculpture Garden Marks a Decade of Coral Reef Restoration
Nassau, The Bahamas – April 22, 2024 – In celebration of Earth Day, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) proudly commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Sir Nicholas Nuttall…
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BREEF Announces Winners for 2024 Young Reporters for the Environment Competition
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) announces Dejae Woods, age 19 from the University of the Bahamas as the first-place winner of the 2024 Young Reporters for the Environment…
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BREEF’s Photojournalism Workshop Inspires Passionate Young Voices for Conservation
Nassau, Bahamas – The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) hosted an Environmental Journalism workshop for youth at the New Providence Community Centre under the theme, “Young Voices for Conservation”.…
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BREEF Young Reporters for the Environment Workshop
In preparation for the Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) National Competition, over 30 young environmental stewards sharpened their storytelling skills at BREEF’s Environmental Journalism Workshop at the New Providence…
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BREEF Hosts Extreme Hangout Bahamas, Climate Change Student Workshop
March 8th 2024 – Under the theme, “Fossil Fuel Free Bahamas: Building a Climate Resilient Future,” the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) held its first ever Extreme Hangout Bahamas…
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Extreme Hangout | Bahamas
BREEF united young voices for the Environment in a unique student workshop, Extreme Hangout Bahamas! 🌊 Students had captivating discussions, and participated in interactive activities, and hears from inspiring presentations…
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BREEF AND BAHWEN HOSTS 5TH MARINE CONSERVATION WORKSHOP FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) in partnership with The Bahamas Wildlife Enforcement Network (BahWEN) and the Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) hosted its fifth week-long Marine Conservation Workshop…
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Student Partners with BREEF in Clothing Sustainability Initiative
Benjamin Shear, an 11-year-old Kings College student, originally came up with the idea to upcycle clothes as a school project. Ben’s UpCycle initiative, upcycle.one, has swiftly evolved into an innovative…
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BREEF Film Wins Kids N’ Film Festival Award for Best Documentary
The compelling documentary, “My Island My Future,” produced by Eleutheran students Taryn McKinney-Lambert and Kieon Sands, clinched the top spot in the ‘Best Documentary’ category at the Kids N’ Film…
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BREEF Honoured with 2023 National Youth Award for “Youth Organization of the Year”
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) proudly received the 2023 National Youth Award for “Youth Organization of the Year” at the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture’s 37th annual…
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2023 Eco-School Coordinators Workshop Photo Gallery
Venue: New Providence Community Centre, Blake Road Theme: Advancing Climate Resilience in The Bahamas Date: Friday, 6th October 2023 Time: 8:30 A.M.- 5:00 P.M. Under the theme Advancing Climate Resilience in…
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PRIME MINISTER DAVIS ADDRESSES BREEF’S ECO-SCHOOLS COORDINATORS WORKSHOP
Prime Minister the Hon. Philip E. Davis delivered the keynote address at BREEF’s Eco-Schools Bahamas annual Coordinators Workshop on Friday, October 6, 2023, at the New Providence Community Centre, under…
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Bahamian Corals in Hot Water: Underwater Heat Wave Caused Coral Bleaching at BREEF Coral Reef Sculpture Garden
Record-breaking temperatures this summer have impacted many ecosystems across the globe. In The Bahamas increased ocean temperatures have caused a crisis for coral reefs because corals are very vulnerable to…
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Students Explore Androsian Mangroves & Coral Reefs at BREEF Kamalame Cay Summer Camp
BREEF held a successful 2023 Sea Camp in Andros. Twenty-two students aged 8-14 years from North Andros participated in the annual Kamalame Cay Sea Camp where they engaged in an…
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Bahamian film wins Atlanta Children’s Film Festival Award for short-film on danger of oil exploration and climate change
The passionate voices of Bahamian youth were documented in a short-film written by Eleutheran Deep Creek Middle School students, Taryn McKinney-Lambert and Keion Sands and produced by the well acclaimed…
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Tribute to Mallory the Mermaid
Our dearest Mallory Raphael was an ocean lover who exercised a strong passion for sustainability and was eager to share knowledge about the sea she loved. Although she was always…
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PADI Women’s Day highlight: Shannen Miller: Diving for Knowledge
Twenty-seven-year-old Bahamian Entrepreneur, Shannen Miller owns her own dive tour company Shannen’s Scuba Safari. In a country where marine and conservation education is limited, she says that expanding Dive Education…
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PADI Women’s Day highlight: Dominique Bowleg, A Budding Environmental Advocate
Graduating from high school in 2020, Dominique Bowleg said that all of her college application plans came to a screeching halt. Fast forward to today the 19-year-old former BREEF BESS…
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PADI Women’s highlight: Aniska Bonaby, A Diver in Uniform
Leading Woman Marine in the Royal Bahamas Defense Force, Aniska Bonaby explained that she was always interested in scuba diving but never had the opportunity to do so until she…
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BREEF BESS Scholars 2023-2024
After a rigorous application process the newly selected Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars (BESS) are selected and ready for hands-on research and in-person learning through the Bahamas Environmental Stewards Scholars (BESS)…
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National Ocean Protection Week Proclamation
Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis has declared June 8 – June 14, 2023 National Ocean Protection Week in recognition of World Oceans Day and in celebration of The Bahamas 50th…
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World Oceans Day Snorkel & Beach Cleanup
Students immerse themselves in underwater environment at BREEF’s World Oceans Month and National Ocean Protection Week Snorkel and Beach Cleanup Nassau, Bahamas – The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF)…
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Environmental students inspire community to “Invest in Our Planet” at BREEF Earth Day beach event
Nassau, Bahamas – The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) commemorated Earth Day 2023 with a Beach Cleanup and poster competition on Delaporte Beach in Western New Providence. This year’s…
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St John’s College kicks off Eco-Schools assessments in the capital in grand style
Nassau, Bahamas – The Eco-School Club at St. John’s College in New Providence received their third green flag on Monday, becoming the first Eco-School to be given the honor this…
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Reproduce, Replenish, Restock
For 34 years, The Bahamas has enforced an annual closed season for the Caribbean Spiny Lobster – commonly known as crawfish. From April 1st to July 31st, crawfish are given…
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Students Expose Marine Pollution during BREEF’s Photojournalism Workshop
Nassau, Bahamas – The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) recently hosted a one-day workshop under the theme, “Exposing Marine Pollution”. Photo 1: YRE student takes photo of discarded crawfish…
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Celebrating the Life of Mallory Raphael
Our Mermaid Mallory had a deep love of the ocean and a passion for sharing it with everyone she came into contact with. She was an integral member of the…
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Overfishing and Species Endangerment in The Bahamas
Letter to the Editor BESS Scholars 2022-2023 Hello! My name is Asia Butler, a 17 year old graduate from Harbour Island All Age School, Harbour Island, Eleuthera and one of…
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Destruction of Wetlands in The Bahamas
Letter to the Editor BESS Scholars 2022-2023 My name is Gayle Burrows, an 18 year old Environmental activist and one of the 2022-2023 BREEF Bahamas Environmental Steward scholars. This program…
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BREEF RECERTIFIES SIX ABACO AND GRAND BAHAMA ECO-SCHOOLS FOR CONTINUED EXCELLENCE IN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND PRACTICE
Photo 1: Man-O-War Primary School, Abaco, 5th Green Flag BREEF’s Eco-Schools Bahamas (ESB) National Operator, Kevin Glinton, travelled to Abaco and Grand Bahama last week to resume onsite ESB Green…
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BREEF HOSTS ECO-SCHOOLS BAHAMAS COORDINATORS WORKSHOP
Photo 1: Eco-Schools Workshop Participants The Bahamas, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) hosted 40 educators from around the archipelago for in-person (and in-water) Eco-Schools Bahamas Coordinators workshop.…
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BREEF MARINE CONSERVATION WORKSHOP
BREEF AND BAHWEN HOST 5-DAY MARINE CONSERVATION WORKSHOP The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) in partnership with The Bahamas Wildlife Enforcement Network (BahWEN) hosted a week-long Marine Conservation Workshop…
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BREEF’s Young Reporters for the Environment Programme Gains International Recognition
Check Out the UNDP Publication Here The Young Reporters for the Environment students (YRE) in The Bahamas and the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) gained international recognition for their…
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GRAND BAHAMA SCHOOL AND BREEF WIN GLOBAL ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS COMPETITION
Grand Bahama’s Bishop Michael Eldon School’s (BMES) Vertical Hydroponics Garden project was named as one of five global winners of the Foundation of Environmental Education (FEE) GAIA 20:30 Biodiversity Campaign…
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BREEF’s “Ocean Champions” Dive into Adventure All Summer Long
Under the theme “Ocean Champions” the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation held yet another successful summer Sea Camp programme reaching over one hundred children on the islands of New Providence,…
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Young Bahamian Environmental Stewards begin BESS scholarship journey
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — After another year of hybrid learning, four new Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars (BESS) are ready for in-person experiential learning through the BESS programme. Applicants from New Providence,…
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“International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems.”
Yesterday we celebrated the “International Day for Conservation of Mangrove Ecosystems.” Mangroves are at the heart of our Bahamian marine ecosystems that sustains our way of life! Marine species such…
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BREEF Kicks Off World Oceans Month with Release of New Beach Cleanup Guide
Local Non-Profit Aims to Amplify Impact by Inviting Corporate Bahamas to Take Action! With the release of a new guide providing best-practices and tips to host effective beach cleanup events,…
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World Biodiversity Day
Biodiversity is integral to our coral reef and mangrove ecosystems. In celebration of #WorldBiodiversity day we are highlighting the importance of biodiversity of our Bahamian coral reefs. Coral reefs are…
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BREEF Announces the Winner for the 2022 Young Reporters for the Environment National Competition.
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) is proud to announce Eliana Bowe, age 11 from St John’s College is the winner of the 2022 Young Reporters for the Environment…
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Young People Dove into a BREEF Community Snorkel Event to Celebrate Easter and Earth Day
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation ( BREEF) kicked off Earth Week by hosting a Snorkel and Underwater Cleanup this past Saturday April 16, 2022 at Saunders Beach. During the…
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BREEF Launches electric vehicle-powered “Mobile Outdoor Classroom” Experience
9 FEB 2022 A “Mobile Outdoor Classroom” on board a brand-new fully electric vehicle was launched on Wednesday February 9th, by the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) as part…
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BREEF Partners with Children Around the World to Support 12 Abaco and Grand Bahama Eco-Schools
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) is pleased to announce the disbursement of $6275.55 raised through a joint Children For Children Campaign with the Foundation For Environmental Education (FEE).…
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Youth in Action, Experiences from the Small Grants Programme.
BREEF’s Young Reporters for the Environment programme (YRE) and The Bahamas gains global recognition in the Global Environment Facility (GEF) and UNDP publication highlighting youth led projects. With SGP support,…
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Letter to the Editor- Hoping We Choose A Sustainable Future
Editor, The Tribune. I am Promise Russell, and I am a Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholar. This programme aims to train youth like me into becoming the next generation of environmental…
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BREEF Underscores Safeguarding Bahamian Biodiversity at its 2021 Virtual Eco-Schools Bahamas Coordinators Workshop.
Under the theme, Safeguarding Bahamian Biodiversity, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) held its second virtual Eco-Schools Bahamas Coordinators Workshop to promote the importance of protecting biodiversity and environmental…
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MY ALIV, MY ISLAND
BREEF and ALIV Bahamas teamed up to combat plastic pollution by conducting an impactful beach clean-up this past Saturday. Plastic pollution in the ocean has become a global problem for…
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BREEF’s ‘Restore Our Ocean, Protect Our Future’ Short Film Makes Waves with Rolex Perpetual Planet
BREEF is thrilled to join ocean heroes such as Dr. Sylvia Earle as Rolex highlights BREEF’s work to protect coral reefs through the Rolex Perpetual Planet Initiative. BREEF’s award-winning short…
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World Cleanup Day; BREEF Partners with Love Brand & CO
BREEF teamed up with LOVE BRAND & Co. to combat plastic pollution by conducting a beach cleanup. Love Brand & Co is a proud member of ‘1% For the Planet’…
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The Queen Conch- A Bahamian Treasure with an Updated Scientific Name
The Queen conch is important to Bahamian culture. It has been used for centuries for food, decoration, jewelry, bait for fishing, and even as a musical instrument. A Bahamian treasure…
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BREEF Partners with AimHi Earth; Offering FREE Access to Climate Education.
BREEF is pleased to announce their partnership with AimHi Earth to offer free access to the empowering, solutions-focused course, ‘Climate, Nature, and how to make a difference.’ “At BREEF, we…
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BREEF Presents 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, our First Ever Online Auction!
BREEF is happy to announce 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, our first ever online auction! Through this fundraising initiative, we aim to raise funding enabling us to continue our ongoing…
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BREEF Kicks Off World Oceans Month with Release of New Beach Cleanup Guide
With the release of a new guide providing best-practices and tips to host effective beach cleanup events, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) is encouraging local businesses to be…
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BAHAMIAN ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDS RECEIVE SCHOLARSHIPS THROUGH OPPORTUNITY OF A LIFETIME
After an unprecedented year of distanced virtual learning, newly selected Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars are ready for hands-on research and in-person experiential learning through the BESS programme. Applicants throughout New…
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BREEF HOSTS VIRTUAL YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP SUMMIT
Cat Island Conservation CEO Nikita Shiel-Rolle (second right) prepares Oceans Guardians for an afternoon of safe ocean fun on Cat Island in this undated photo. NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas…
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BREEF Announces Young Reporters for the Environment 2021 National Competition Winners!
BREEF is proud to announce St Anne’s School student, Schemia Major as the winner of the 2021 Young Reporters for the Environment (YRE) National Competition. Her winning photo entry titled…
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BREEF launches photography book “Bahamas Underwater” with award-winning photographer Shane Gross in partnership with Rolex
Every school in The Bahamas to receive a donated copy NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Reef Environmental Educational Foundation (BREEF) and partner Shane Gross Photography are thrilled to release “Bahamas…
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Young Reporters for the Environment National Competition
Join the BREEF Young Reporters for the Environment programme by participating in the 2021 Young Reporters for the Environment National Competition! #givenatureavoice For Registration and Entry submission details please visit…
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Drilling will stop on controversial oil well 150 miles from South Florida after company finds the well too dry
Chris Perkins, South Florida Sun Sentinel A company will stop drilling a controversial oil well it started in December about 150 miles from the South Florida coast, after saying it…
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We Must Save Our Coral Reefs
EDITOR, The Tribune. Originally from South Africa, I have lived in Nassau, New Providence for five years. I am passionate about the ocean and consider myself to be a mermaid.…
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EXPLORERS CLUB – 50 Explorers Changing the World!
BREEF is proud to announce our Executive Director, Casuarina McKinney-Lambert was recognised as one of The Explorers Club: 50 people who are changing the world! “The ocean around us is essential for…
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BREEF’s Adopt-a-Coral programme, Ranked Best Gift Over the Holiday Season
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) extends heartfelt thanks to all its local and international supporters who adopted coral for themselves or loved ones during BREEF’s Adopt a Coral “Holiday Special”…
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Nassau Grouper
The Nassau grouper is one of the most important species in the region and it is currently listed as “Critically Endangered” by the International Union for Conservation of Nature. Nassau…
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Giving Thanks to Coral Reefs
Why Give Thanks to Coral Reefs? As another hurricane season has come and gone, we’d like to acknowledge and appreciate the coral reefs that are the first line of defence…
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BREEF WINS GLOBAL FILM AWARD FOR TRANSFORMING SOCIETY
The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) captured top honours at the 9th annual tve Global Sustainability Film Awards in London. The GSFA recognizes outstanding films from the business, non-profit, media and…
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OFFICIAL STATEMENT
Shark & Turtle Protection November 9, 2020 The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) is deeply committed to protecting our waters and the marine creatures that sustain lives and livelihoods…
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Sebastian was right; life under the sea is way better
By Nerandza Nikolic Soon after I moved to The Bahamas in the early August of 2019 to start teaching at the Lyford Cay International School, I was fortunate enough…
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BREEF Hosts First Virtual Eco-Schools Bahamas Workshop
Under the theme “Lessons from Hurricane Dorian and COVID-19: Building a resilient Eco-Schools Bahamas Programme,” the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) held its annual and first ever Virtual Eco-Schools…
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The Outdoor Classroom
The outdoor classroom is not a new phenomenon. Educators around the world have been practicing it for years. In fact, there is a long tradition of outside learning that includes…
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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…
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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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Four Young Environmental Stewards Start a New Journey
After a highly competitive application process with candidates applying from Grand Bahama, New Providence, Eleuthera and Abaco, four new Bahamas Environmental Steward Scholars (BESS) have been selected. The programme provides…
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A Growing Love for the Environment: Kaitlyn Archer’s Story
From the moment I became involved with BREEF, it has been an enlightening experience. It all began in November 2019, when I learned about the Young Reporters for the Environment…
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BREEF CELEBRATES PADI WOMEN’S DIVE DAY
PADI Women’s Dive Day begun six years ago and has grown to be the largest single day of diving in the world. This year BREEF celebrated PADI Women’s Dive Day…
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BESS Alumni Spotlight: Trueranda Cox
Nine years later, BESS alumni Trueranda Cox still remembers the moment she learned that she was accepted into the BESS programme. “I was extremely happy – I probably smiled for…
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BESS Alumni Spotlight: Kenaro Malcolm
Drive and transparency are two characteristics that BESS alumni Kenaro Malcolm embodies. From the day he accepted his BESS scholarship to now, we have seen Kenaro’s drive take him to…
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Six Years Later the BREEF Sculpture Garden Explodes with Life.
The BREEF Sir Nicholas Nuttall Coral Reef Sculpture Garden was built as an incredible living art gallery, a habitat for marine organisms, an underwater classroom for students, and to drive…
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BREEF Celebrates World Oceans Day
Every June 8, we celebrate the beauty, wealth and promise of our oceans. Preserving it for future generations is important for the health and well being of our planet. This World…
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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…
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Marine Medical Treasures
As scientists race to find cures for the COVID-19 virus, maybe they should look to the ocean for some help. Ocean discoveries that helped advance the medical field are not…
About BREEF
BREEF is a non-governmental nonprofit Bahamian foundation concerned with educating our people about the value of and need for conserving our marine environment.
