Big Blue Crew
Join our worldwide community of ocean activists!
From scuba divers to students, authors to activists, the Big Blue Crew is a community of worldwide advocates who are passionate about inspiring others to protect the sea. Many of our Miami members are in our Plastic Free Cities program.
In 2021, Mayor Dan Gelber declared September 30th will forever be celebrated as Big Blue Crew Day in Miami Beach!
Want to join our Crew?
You don’t have to be in our city or even the United States to join our movement. We have crew members all over the globe — even one as young as six! Simply fill out the form below to get started! We’d love to recognize your campaigns and achievements through our network. Let’s do this!
Your Journey to Ocean Leadership Starts Here
The Big Blue Crew is now a tiered program that grows with you. Each tier builds on the last, giving you the chance to sharpen your skills, create impact, and expand your leadership in ocean conservation and creative advocacy.
How It Works
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Tier 1
For those who want to build their digital voice and boost their confidence in sharing stories.
What you’ll do:
• Learn the essentials of social media literacy and content creation.
• Connect with your peers and collaborate on shared projects.
• Develop and refine your storytelling skills to inspire others. -
Tier 2
For those ready to move from digital to real-world impact through events and outreach.
What you’ll do:
• Build event planning and management skills.
• Learn how to connect art, conservation, and community engagement.
• Strengthen your local presence while representing Big Blue & You. -
Tier 3
For those ready to take charge, mentor others, and lead major conservation efforts.
What you’ll do:
• Design and run large-scale creative conservation projects.
• Mentor new Crew members and support their growth.
• Expand Big Blue & You’s reach by organizing satellite Art by the Sea events.
We have Big Blue Crew Members all around the world!
ARE YOU AN OCEAN LOVING HERO? JOIN OUR TEAM!
If you want to participate, please fill out this form. Anyone can be a part of the #BigBlueCrew! If you’re between the ages of 13–24, you’ll also be invited to join our new youth community on Discord. By submitting, you agree to join our mailing list, understand that you will not be reimbursed for any expenses related to participating in the program, and allow us to promote the photographs and videos that you share on social media with the hashtag #BigBlueCrew.