Jillian Morris of Bimini, Bahamas — The Blue Ambassador of the Year Award recognizes a person who has made significant contributions to marine conservation through volunteer-related activities.

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Jillian Morris, Bahamas National Trust Conservation Champion 2020.

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Conservation Champion 2020

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Jillian Morris-Brake Interview: Inspiring A New Generation To Take Action

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Sharks have an immensely important role in ecosystems. Jillian researches sharks & teaches kids about them to save them. Donate towards her cause.

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Conservationist Jillian Morris coaches next wave of shark advocates

Inspiring A New Generation To Take Action

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Jillian founded Sharks4Kids to create a new generation of shark advocates and protect the shark sanctuary that the Bahamas has established. She does so through education and has reached over 155,000 students in 63 countries so far.

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## In short
Jillian is a Marine Biologist fighting to protect sharks by spreading positive messages about them to the younger generation.

**Kids can save sharks**
The idea for my organization, Sharks4Kids, came from the idea of getting kids free accessible lesson plans for their classrooms and to make it easy for students and teachers to dive into the world of sharks and marine life. It’s so important for kids everywhere to learn about these animals and our connection to the ocean. 

**Ending the bad rep**
We've all grown up with pop culture teaching us to be afraid of sharks and the ocean, because it's big, deep and we don't know what's down there. Therefore it is necessary to give kids straight facts about sharks, teaching them that they are not man-eating monsters, but really important for the oceans and ecosystems. We try to get those facts to them before the fear takes over and in that way we are helping to create citizens who grow up to be advocates for nature, with informed opinions about sharks. 

**Shark education**
Ultimately, the goal is to get kids excited about sharks, to empower them to make a difference. And to help see we're all connected to the ocean. The little actions that we take might seem small, but they're actually making a big difference.

## Achievements and highlights
One of my biggest achievements is having teachers and principals become really excited about what we do. That to me is success. I think of every time a teacher has contacted me or my team members telling us about how their students who have visited us have started a blog, made a video or done something else creative to speak up about sharks. That is definitely a highlight.

## My organization
Sharks play a critical role in the delicate balance of ocean ecosystems. Yet, despite their importance, shark populations are being decimated globally. The rapid decline in populations teamed with the man-eating monster stereotypes sharks have garnered over the years, have left sharks fighting for their survival.
​
The goal of Sharks4Kids is to create a new generation of shark advocates through access to a dynamic range of educational materials. Curriculum, games and activities will allow teachers to integrate shark education into their science programs on an introductory, intermediate or advanced level. Students can access games, activities and info sheets to satisfy their own curiosity about sharks. Photos and videos from scientists and conservationists bring an exciting element into the classroom and show students the beauty of the ocean.
​
Sharks4Kids also funds first hand experiences for students in the South Florida area as well as coordinating classroom visits across the country. Our team brings together scientists, educators, conservationists and professional videographers to create a unique opportunity for the next generation to learn why sharks need kids and kids need sharks.

We are creating the next generation of shark advocates through education, outreach and adventure.
To date we have spoken to over 105,000 students in 56 countries and 49 US States. Each year our program is evolving and our reach is expanding.

## Projects
We offer the following programs:

- Education Tours
- Field Trips
- Shark Tagging
- STEM Education Days
- Outreach Events
- Expeditions


In short
Jillian is a Marine Biologist fighting to protect sharks by spreading positive messages about them to the younger generation.

Kids can save sharks
The idea for my organization, Sharks4Kids, came from the idea of getting kids free accessible lesson plans for their classrooms and to make it easy for students and teachers to dive into the world of sharks and marine life. It’s so important for kids everywhere to learn about these animals and our connection to the ocean.

Ending the bad rep
We've all grown up with pop culture teaching us to be afraid of sharks and the ocean, because it's big, deep and we don't know what's down there. Therefore it is necessary to give kids straight facts about sharks, teaching them that they are not man-eating monsters, but really important for the oceans and ecosystems. We try to get those facts to them before the fear takes over and in that way we are helping to create citizens who grow up to be advocates for nature, with informed opinions about sharks.

Shark education
Ultimately, the goal is to get kids excited about sharks, to empower them to make a difference. And to help see we're all connected to the ocean. The little actions that we take might seem small, but they're actually making a big difference.

Achievements and highlights
One of my biggest achievements is having teachers and principals become really excited about what we do. That to me is success. I think of every time a teacher has contacted me or my team members telling us about how their students who have visited us have started a blog, made a video or done something else creative to speak up about sharks. That is definitely a highlight.

My organization
Sharks play a critical role in the delicate balance of ocean ecosystems. Yet, despite their importance, shark populations are being decimated globally. The rapid decline in populations teamed with the man-eating monster stereotypes sharks have garnered over the years, have left sharks fighting for their survival.
​
The goal of Sharks4Kids is to create a new generation of shark advocates through access to a dynamic range of educational materials. Curriculum, games and activities will allow teachers to integrate shark education into their science programs on an introductory, intermediate or advanced level. Students can access games, activities and info sheets to satisfy their own curiosity about sharks. Photos and videos from scientists and conservationists bring an exciting element into the classroom and show students the beauty of the ocean.
​
Sharks4Kids also funds first hand experiences for students in the South Florida area as well as coordinating classroom visits across the country. Our team brings together scientists, educators, conservationists and professional videographers to create a unique opportunity for the next generation to learn why sharks need kids and kids need sharks.

We are creating the next generation of shark advocates through education, outreach and adventure.
To date we have spoken to over 105,000 students in 56 countries and 49 US States. Each year our program is evolving and our reach is expanding.

Projects
We offer the following programs:

Education Tours
Field Trips
Shark Tagging
STEM Education Days
Outreach Events
Expeditions


Sharks are cursed with a bad reputation and face many threats. But, sharks play an immensely important role in ecosystems. Jillian is researching sharks and teaching kids about them to help save them. 

President, Founder & Marine Biologist

Sharks are cursed with a bad reputation and face many threats. But sharks have an immensely important role in ecosystems. Jillian is researching and teaching kids about sharks so they can be saved. 

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