Programa Atlantis
‘Programa Atlantis’ is an underwater ecological education program for youth in schools, which promotes ocean literacy through experiences at the ocean and in the community. Programa Atlantis was developed in collaboration between Oceans and Flow and Ocyano.
The methodology of the Program combines the learning and practice of freediving with tools of human and social development, based on the principles of deep ecology.
This innovative combination of immersive learning enhances positive and transformative experiences of integration in Nature, which awakens the responsibility for the conservation of local natural values, and promotes a greater understanding of the interdependence of all beings and a culture of well-being and resilience to the integration of human life with the environment.
The practice of free diving, as the main tool of involvement, allows young people to experience new adventures and skills, expanding their communication underwater, as well as a new way of being at sea that allows them to create physical and emotional connections with the aquatic environment. It helps them understand and fall in love with the ocean and inspires lasting behaviour change through this connection. The main goal is to educate a new generation of ambassadors and guardians of the sea.
Image Credits: Gustavo Neves & Janna Nadjejda Guichet
Activities At Programa Atlantis
Freediving Sessions
Oasis Game
Ocean Talks
EcoActions
Algae Workshop
Photo/Live Exhibitions
Film Screenings
Programa AtlantiS’ INSPIRATION
Get young people to know the ocean, to inspire them to take care, and promote a deep connection and understanding of the marine world.
Image Credit: Gustavo Neves
Image Credit: Gustavo Neves
What would you change in the world?
A world in which young people know and experience the ocean, become more aware of our interdependence and of their own gifts to nurture.
Programa Atlantis’ Legacy
Inspire young people to advocate and act for the ocean - becoming ocean guardians.
WEBSITE: https://programa-atlantis.com
INSTAGRAM: @programa.atlantis
PROGRAMA ATLANTIS
Image Credit: Gustavo Neves
