CTC Wayang Samudra (puppet show) had a busy October in terms of bringing attention to marine ecosystems. We had two different shows, one being hosted in Nusa Penida Island, while another was performed in Nusa Lembongan Island. The first show took place on October 6...
CTC recently collaborated with Bali Hai Cruises to conduct awareness raising and outreach for youths in Nusa Lembongan, Bali, focusing on the issues of marine conservation, endangered, threatened, and protected (ETP) marine species, and plastic pollution. The events combined audience participation with a traditional “Wayang...
CTC is preparing thousands of mangrove seedlings for planting around the coast of Nusa Lembongan island, Bali. Currently, the baby mangroves are being cared for in the nursery house by members of Gili Bhuana, a local community surveillance group, and will be ready in a...
CTC installed underwater structures in the Nusa Penida marine protected area (MPA) to diversify its reef rehabilitation methods. The activity is part of our efforts to restore degraded reefs in the area. Over three weeks CTC installed four coral restoration structures around the waters of Nusa...
On July 15-16, CTC organized a two-day Program Orientation to introduce out latest interns to Nusa Penida’s Marine Protected Areas (MPA) and familiarize them with ongoing activities in the area. Prior to embarking on the orientation trip the interns were briefed on the schedule and...
Since 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic has hit the tourism and hospitality sectors hard in Bali, causing the local economy to freefall. With many hotels, restaurants, and tour operators forced to shut their business down, most Balinese – including those who live adjacent to the...
As the CTC Center for Marine Conservation continues to grow, collaborating with international conservation educators gives our team the chance to expand our knowledge base to ensure we are prepared for challenges and utilizing the most effective engagement strategies. The team behind conservation and visitor...
CTC welcomed it’s newest board member, Rahmat Soemardipradja this month. Rahmat visited our Center for Marine Conservation, as well as our coral nursery in the Nusa Penida MPA. Rahmat has been practicing law for over 26 years and is a recognized leader in the Indonesian...
On June 8th each year, we celebrate World Ocean Day. It is the time of the year to celebrate and take action to protect ocean health. Whether you live near the coast or far from the sea, we are all connected to the oceans. This year...
For the fourth straight year, Coral Triangle Center collaborated with Bali Hai Cruises and Bali Hai Diving to celebrate Earth Day in Nusa Lembongan by spreading the message of marine conservation to local school children. The event was attended by 100 local students and teachers...
