Support my internship effort to save coral reefs in Thailand

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Help Me Support the Global Reef Marine Conservation Internship in Thailand

Restoring Coral Reefs • Protecting Marine Life • Building a Future in Conservation

Hi everyone,

I’m raising funds to participate in a once-in-a-lifetime internship with Global Reef Marine Conservation, a program based in Koh Tao, Thailand, that focuses on coral reef restoration, marine biodiversity research, and community-based conservation.

This is an incredible opportunity to work hands-on with a team of international scientists, dive instructors, and conservation leaders, and it will directly shape my future career in marine conservation.

Global Reef is known for its commitment to:

• Rebuilding damaged coral reefs through coral nurseries and transplantation
• Conducting species surveys on fish, invertebrates, and coral health
• Implementing eco-diving practices to protect sensitive habitats
• Leading ocean cleanups to remove plastics and ghost nets
• Educating local communities and visitors on sustainable marine practices

By joining this team, I will contribute to measurable conservation outcomes that protect Thailand’s marine ecosystems.

During my internship, I will:

• Assist in coral restoration projects
• Perform reef health monitoring dives
• Collect scientific data used in global databases
• Support marine debris removal efforts
• Participate in environmental education workshops
• Learn advanced diving and eco-survey techniques

This is hands-on, real-world conservation work—not a tourist program. I’ll be living and working alongside dedicated conservationists who are protecting one of the world’s most threatened ecosystems.

Your donation will help cover:

• Program fees for Global Reef
• Required diving certifications (Advanced and Rescue Diver)
• Housing and meals during the program
• Field Specialty Gear (reef-safe dive equipment, field tools, etc.)
• Conservation materials used in daily reef restoration

Marine conservation internships are rarely funded, and upfront costs make them hard to access without community support. This internship is a door to a future career path I care about deeply.

Your support—whether it’s donating or sharing this campaign—brings me one step closer to contributing meaningful work to protect our oceans. I have been working two jobs while living at home to help me save enough money to make this experience attainable. Truly, any amount is appreciated.

Thank you so much for supporting this dream and helping me contribute to work that truly matters. I can’t wait to bring back everything I learn and continue advocating for healthy oceans.

Organizer

Makenzie Boylston
Organizer
Savannah, GA

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