Ocean Champion Challenge

The Ocean Champion Challenge 2024 has a new approach, recognising the different ways people connect to and work to protect the ocean. 

This year's categories are Creator, Investigator, and Narrator. 

Creators advocate for the ocean through their art. Entries include an image of your ocean-inspired artwork along with a short explanation of the meaning or story behind its creation.

Investigators contribute observations and data pertaining to our marine environment. Entries include a description of your contributions and how they help us understand our marine environment.

Narrators share an account of how someone embodies guardianship - kaitiakitanga. Entries include a short video or written piece which communicates how the individual or group is contributing to ocean education, conservation, or action. 

Find information about some of our previous winners on our blog:

Roze Webster: environmental educator and children's book author

Fiordland Undaria Project: combating invasive seaweed in Fiordland

Nicole Miller: inspiring teacher and writer

The New Zealand Coastal Society has been sponsoring this award and supporting the work of Ocean Champions since 2018. 

Find examples of entries from groups by clicking on the image tiles down below, and see our past Sponsors & Supporters below.