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MAR Leaders

The Mesoamerican Reef (MAR) Leadership Program supports young, local environmentalists working hands on to protect MAR.

Fast Facts

  • MAR stretches 1000km along the coast of Mexico, Belize, Guatemala & Honduras.
  • 20% of global coral reefs have already been lost.
  • Another 25% are set to disappear in the next century unless something changes...

What’s MAR?

What’s MAR?Learn why

MAR stands for the Mesoamerican Reef. As the world’s 2nd largest reef system - it’s a critically important area for lots of reasons.

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What’s a MAR Leader?

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‘Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world.’ MAR Leaders are doing exactly that.

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Q&A with MAR Leaders

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What’s it like to be an environmentalist in action? Find out in our Q&A with a few of the MAR Leaders.

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MAR Leaders

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Costas Christ, National Geographic Traveller on Ocean Con...

Costas Christ, National Geographic Traveller on Ocean Conservation
Costas Christ is one of the world's leading sustainable tourism experts, whose work and travels have taken him to more than 125 countries across six continents. Check out what Costas has to say about our cause partner, the MAR Leadership Program.
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MAR Leaders

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Fellows in training, experiences for life

Fellows in training, experiences for life
Meet two of the MAR Leadership Program's fellows, Yimy & Gabriella as we take a look at some of the work they're doing in their fields of conservation!
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MAR Leaders

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2012 MAR Leaders Selected!

2012 MAR Leaders Selected!
At the time of this update, the 12 new fellows (2 Mexicans, 4 Belizeans, 3 Guatemalans and 3 Hondurans) of the Mesoamerican Reef Leadership Program have been selected!
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