Protecting Our Reefs. Inspiring Our Future.

At BREEF, we believe that healthy oceans are vital to life in The Bahamas. As a nation of more ocean than land, our well-being, economy, and culture are deeply connected to the sea. Since 1993, the Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation has been a leader in marine conservation and education, empowering people of all ages to understand, value, and protect our incredible marine ecosystems.

Our Mission

To promote the conservation of the Bahamian marine environment that sustains our way of life.

What We Do

Marine Conservation

BREEF works to protect critical ecosystems such as coral reefs, mangroves, and seagrass beds that provide coastal protection, support fisheries, and sustain biodiversity. Through public education, school programmes, policy advocacy, and restoration projects, we champion a healthy ocean for future generations.

Environmental Education

We engage thousands of students, teachers, and community members each year with hands-on learning experiences. Our field trips, underwater classroom experiences, Eco-Schools Bahamas programme, and marine conservation resources help build a new generation of ocean stewards.

Coral Reef Restoration

BREEF’s Sir Nicholas Nuttall Coral Reef Sculpture Garden & Coral Nursery merges art, science, and education to rehabilitate coral reefs and raise awareness of ocean issues.

Advocacy and Policy Engagement

We advocate for sustainable development, responsible fisheries, and climate action—championing a ban on oil drilling in Bahamian waters and calling for strong environmental protections.

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Please reach out to us on:

breef@breef.org

242-327-9000

BREEF Hosts Bahamas Premiere of OCEAN: A Night of Inspiration and Action

26 November 2025 – Nassau, Bahamas

BREEF, in partnership with the Sean Connery Foundation, hosted a special Bahamas Premiere of OCEAN with David Attenborough at Fusion Superplex. The event brought together a distinguished audience, including high-profile donors and supporters, as well as the Prime Minister of The Bahamas, who joined us in celebrating the importance of ocean protection.

The evening was a tremendous success, uniting leaders, partners, and advocates around one shared purpose: safeguarding the marine environment that sustains our islands and our people. The film’s breathtaking imagery and urgent message underscored the responsibility we all share in protecting our oceans, especially here in The Bahamas, a nation that is 95% water.

A Call to Action: Our Ocean Pledge
Inspired by the film and the global movement for ocean protection, BREEF reaffirms its commitment to the international goal of protecting 30% of the world’s oceans by 2030.
We pledge to:

Champion marine conservation across The Bahamas and the region.
Educate and empower young Bahamians to learn to swim and become ocean stewards.
Advocate for policies that safeguard marine ecosystems.
Support global and national efforts dedicated to achieving the 30x30 target.
Work alongside community partners, government leaders, and international allies to accelerate urgent ocean protection.

Our oceans are at a tipping point, but with bold leadership and collective action, recovery is still possible. The sea is a lifeline for the health of our planet and future generations.

Donate Here

Student Screening of OCEAN:

A Celebration of Youth Engagement

27th November 2025 - Nassau, Bahamas

More than 450 students from 16 schools around New Providence attended a special screening of Ocean with David Attenborough at Fusion Superplex.The screening gave young Bahamians a powerful look at the beauty and importance of our marine environment, supporting BREEF’s mission to help children learn to swim, build ocean literacy, and become future conservation champions. They also took part in a marine conservation exposition with BREEF and partner organisations. Thank you to the Sean Connery Foundation, schools, teachers, and supporters who made this inspiring day possible.

We invite supporters to make a donation (here) to support BREEF's ocean conservation work.

Champion marine conservation across The Bahamas and the region.
Educate and empower young Bahamians to learn to swim and become ocean stewards.
Advocate for policies that safeguard marine ecosystems.
Support global and national efforts dedicated to achieving the 30x30 target.
Work alongside community partners, government leaders, and international allies to accelerate urgent ocean protection.

Our oceans are at a tipping point, but with bold leadership and collective action, recovery is still possible. The sea is a lifeline for the health of our planet and future generations.