This international competition challenges middle and high school students to lead a creative campaign in their school or community that educates others and inspires action to reduce or prevent plastic pollution and marine debris. 

• Students can earn scholarships of up to $5,000!
• Open to students worldwide from ages 11-18 with an adult sponsor
• Students can work as individuals or a group
• Free to enter
• Deadline is June 17, 2019, but students are encouraged to register project ideas early
• For more information: www.bowseat.org/marine-debris

Your campaign should meet the Competition goals of:

• Educating the public about marine debris
• Inspiring people to change their behavior
• Engaging others in activities that reduce or prevent marine debris
• Advocating for creative and realistic solutions