The Manta Trust Five-Year Plan

Action 2
Use findings to guide the development of handbook and toolkit.
Action 3
Sub-objective
4.3.2
Action 1
Support the implementation of education initiatives (training, resource development, ocean
experiences).
A greater number and diversity of people from geographical focus areas* have gained practical
experience and work placements related to working in the marine conservation sector.
Conduct a study into what experience or skills people from geographical focus areas see as the
highest priorities or motivators to enter the field of conservation, alongside what they feel are the
main barriers.
Action 2
Make more local, paid, accessible internships available using learnings from study.
Action 3
Develop a virtual work placement.
Action 4
Create a scholarship programme in practical skills (e.g., diving, attending conferences).
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