I’m honoured to be selected as one of the Explorers Club 50 (EC50) — Fifty People Changing the World that the World Needs to Know About. You can learn more about @theexplorersclub.bsky.social and EC50 at 50.explorers.org - and check out my profile under the Class of 2026! #Explorers #EC50 #Ocean

MPAs are everywhere on dashboards, but far rarer in reality. 8.3% of the #ocean is “protected,” yet only 2.8% is meaningfully managed. The next decade must prioritise outcomes over acreage, and protection beyond boundaries with economic viewpoint. www.currentconservation.org/policing-the...

At #COP30, the ocean integration is finally being talked. Brazil’s ocean NDC, Blue Package roadmap, and its pledge to ratify the High Seas Treaty are big steps. But the $149B annual gap for SDG14 remains. The real test is turning recognition into systems that deliver. earth.org/oceans-at-co...

The proposed mass relocation of Maharashtra’s #leopards to #Vantara may address rising conflict, but real conservation is about coexistence, transparency, & community action than shifting numbers. Such knee-jerk reaction to a decades old problem can’t certainly be only solution.

After nearly 3 years, I’m closing a few chapters and opening way for new opportunities in #Communications & Project Management If you’re looking for a well-networked consultant with a strong track record in nonprofit communications, feel free to reach out [email protected] 🔗 ajaysawant.com

Glimpse from time at #Asilomar. Kelps really does always have me fascinated!

After more than a decade as Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, we’re embracing a name that reflects who we are today— and where we’re headed. Say hello to Bow Seat: Creative Action for Conservation. ✨ #CreativeActionInConservation #Art

Just had my first byline published in @mongabay.com! In my commentary, I explore how the fracturing of the Indus Waters Treaty is creating a new front in the battle for the endangered Indus dolphin. india.mongabay.com/2025/06/as-a... #IndusDolphin #FirstByline #EnviroJustice

Exciting News! I was featured in Mid-Day’s Daily Mumbai’s Dossier column yesterday for my work in marine communications! This column gives a fun peek into the lives of #Mumbaikars who are making waves (literally, in my case). From work to quirks, it covers everything in a rapid-fire style. #Ocean

In Mumbai, Narali Purnima marks the start of the fishing season, but its well timing—it aligns with the end of fish breeding, allowing marine life to replenish. What can this tradition teach us? Read in my latest byline: oceangeneration.org/what-a-tradi... #OceanConservation #CulturalWisdom

Art has the power to move people—and the planet. From murals that spark activism to music that amplifies environmental voices, creativity is shaping the future of conservation. Explore 8 ways art is driving real change: medium.com/@ajay-sawant... #Ocean #Artivism #Planet #Art #ConservationAction

I’m thrilled to share that joining the UNESCO IOC’s @unoceandecade.bsky.social Strategic Communications Group for the next two years! I’m excited to work with an incredible team of communicators to support the Decade Actions and help advance the science we need for the #Ocean we want.

If you are new to #BlueSky, meet us ⬇️ Since 2011, we have been working towards High Seas protection. Our current priority is to ensure 60 ratifications for the entry into force of the #BBNJ Treaty. If you are interested in: 🌊 High Seas 📜 High Seas Treaty 🗺️ MPAs follow & connect with us!

"I think of beauty as an absolute necessity. I don't think it's a privilege or an indulgence, it's not even a quest. I think it's almost like knowledge, which is to say, it's what we were born for." Toni Morrison #Environment #Nature

🎨 The 2025 Ocean Awareness Contest—Connections to Nature—is open! How do you connect with nature? Students ages 11-18 can submit their entries for a chance to earn cash prizes of up to $1,000 USD 🔗 Enter now: www.bit.ly/BowSeat2025 #ConnectionToNature #ArtContest #YouthPower

Octopuses are incredibly intelligent, known for their surprising behaviors—like striking fish! Scientists believe this could be for dominance, hunting coordination, or reclaiming food. Their world remains full of mysteries. Video credit: Fritz Mihelcic #Octopus #MarineBiology #OceanLife #SeaLife

The #HighSeasTreaty marks a new era for ocean protection, but what does it really mean for our future? In this piece, I break down its impact and why it matters now more than ever. Read more: worldoceanday.org/a-new-era-fo... #HighSeas #OceanProtection #DeepSea // @worldoceanday.bsky.social

🐋 This #WorldWhaleDay, let’s talk about the true value of whales, beyond their beauty. Each great whale contributes over $2M in ecosystem services, from storing carbon to supporting fisheries. Protecting them means protecting our planet. 🎧➡️ www.imf.org/en/News/Podc... #WhaleDay #OceanConservation

🐋 #WorldWhaleDay isn’t just about facts—it’s about connection. Art helps us see whales not just as species, but as beings with stories. 🌊💙 🎨 This piece by Dafne Murillo captures the beauty & fragility of whales, reminding us why they need protection. #WhaleDay #WhaleArt #NARWhale

🌊 BIG WIN for the ocean! France & Spain just became the first EU countries to ratify the #HighSeasTreaty! The Treaty needs 60 ratifications to enter into force—so far, 17 countries have stepped up. Is yours on the list yet? 🌍💙 #BBNJ #30x30

The #HighSeasTreaty is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect almost 1/2 of our planet, but it needs to be ratified by at least 60 countries for it to enter into force. 📣 Urge leaders around the world to ratify NOW! buff.ly/3Ec75uj #HighSeas #BBNJ #Ocean #Conservation #ClimateAction

Waiting isn’t always wasted time, it can be unexpectedly joyful sometimes. Here are 7 moments that prove patience has its own rewards ⏳ Read more: medium.com/@ajay-sawant... #Patience #LifeLessons #Story

Bow Seat Contest winners like Sarah Lee and HoJin Kwak used their work to connect personal experiences with broader environmental themes. Through their art challenges the perception that climate disasters are distant threats, emphasizing their immediate impact on human lives. #ClimateChange #Art

The ocean isn’t just a victim of climate change, it’s a powerful part of the solution. Here are 6 things no one told you, but should have. 🔗 Read more: medium.com/@ajay-sawant... #OceanClimateConnection #OceanLiteracy #HighSeas

Just wrote my first Medium listicle! School Prepared Me for Exams, Not Life—Here’s What I Wish I Knew Sooner Give it a read & let me know your thoughts! Follow me on Medium for more: medium.com/@ajay-sawant... #Education #Literacy #Listicle

🚨 Join us tomorrow! I will be speaking at the Caribbean Regional #BBNJ Conference on Youth involvement to accelerate the ratification and implementation of #HighSeasTreaty. 📅 Jan 30 ⏰ 2–5 PM EST 📍 Virtual 🔗 Register: highseasalliance.org/2025/01/21/j... @highseasalliance.bsky.social

#HighSeas, covering over 60% of our #Ocean, belong to all of us. They are the heartbeat of our planet, supporting countless species and maintaining the balance of life in the deep. But they are unprotected and vulnerable. Help us change this, sign 🔗 change.org/RatifyBBNJ

A year ago, I joined @highseasalliance.bsky.social & EarthEcho as an ambassador, and the experience has been transformative. From connecting with conservationists like Asha De Vos to leading a campaign that reached 5K young people and over million impressions, it’s been a journey of growth & impact.

🚨 @highseasalliance.bsky.social is hiring! They’re looking for an MPA Coordinator to join their dynamic team working on marine conservation and advancing protections for the high seas. 🌊 Don’t miss this opportunity—apply now! #OceanJobs

At the 9th Our Ocean Conference in Greece, meeting Dr. Sylvia Earle was unforgettable. Her words, “With every drop of water you drink, every breath you take, you’re connected to the ocean,” remain a powerful reminder of our responsibility to protect it. #OurOcean #Ocean #SylviaEarle

In a historic decision, whales have been granted the status of “legal persons,” recognizing their inherent rights & marking a transformative shift in the approach to conservation by Pacific Islanders 🐋 Read my thoughts in @happyeconews.bsky.social happyeconews.com/a-deep-roote... #Whales #Ocean

Found this absolutely heartbreaking clip of a mountain lion & 2 cubs seen on Topanga Canyon Blvd. running from fire. There’s no easy way to say this: If you see a scared animal in property, please be kind and avoid shooting. 🎥 ABC #CaliforniaWildfires #LosAngelesFire #CaliforniaFires

There’s no easy way to say this: If you see a scared animal on your porch or property during the California wildfires, please be kind. They are fleeing for their lives and need compassion. www.newsweek.com/california-w... #CaliforniaWildfires #Wildfire

Our hearts go out to everyone in Southern California affected by the devastating wildfires, a stark reminder of the urgent need for climate action. #Wildfire #California

2024 was anything but smooth. There were moments of laughter, fun and adventure, but also tears and exhaustion—calls home, sleepless nights, and quiet struggles in unfamiliar places. But through it all, there were victories, big and small.

Health care workers in India note rising instances of solastalgia, the pain of seeing one’s home environment degrade.

Ocean picture much for today! #OceanAndYou #Ocean

ThinkOcean Society has released its 2024 Annual Impact Report! If you’re passionate about youth-led marine conservation, this report is a must-read. 🔗 thinkoceansociety.org/impact-repor... #Impact #Ocean #OceanConservation

My absolute favourite Whalefall sighting by Nautilus EV. The commentary by geeky scientists and explorers is unmissable. When a whale dies and sinks to the ocean floor, it’s called a whale fall it’s like the ocean’s way of turning loss into life. #Whalefall #Ocean #Exploration

As we enter 2025, we thank the incredible Bow Seat community for powering another impactful year. Your support fuels this journey, and we’re excited to continue shaping a healthier, more creative future together 🌊 #BowSeat #CreativeImpact #OceanAction

At Bow Seat, we champion artivism—a fusion of art and activism—to inspire youth to tackle ocean conservation. Read Ajay Sawant’s piece on Happy Eco News: happyeconews.com/can-artivism... #Ocean #Environment #Art #YouthArt #ClimateChange

At LCOY 2024, I (with @highseasalliance.bsky.social) hosted a session where youth explored the High Seas Treaty, discussed ocean zones, and proposed fair solutions for ocean governance. Over 112 participants signed the Youth Pledge, inspiring action for a blue future. #HighSeasTreaty #India

I was recently interviewed by the Youth Incorporation Magazine for my work in marine conservation and literacy 🌊 Read here 🔗 youthincmag.com/naaees-ee-30... #OceanLiteracy #India

I'm excited about the 2025 @bowseat.bsky.social youth arts contest “Connections to Nature: Looking Inside, Going Outside”. And it's awesome that submissions will be considered for a National Nature Assessment “Author’s Spotlight”! Check it out & spread the word! bowseat.org/programs/oce...

Today passed swiftly as we immersed ourselves in the stories of the incredible, Dr Jane Goodall. She said,“Isn't it absurd that the most intellectual, us—though not necessarily the most intelligent—creature to ever walk this planet is slowly destroying its only home?” #Ocean #JaneGoodall

Today was a fun day hosting Dr Jane Goodall in Mumbai. Almost makes me believe in the hope for our blue planet #JaneGoodall

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@highseasalliance.bsky.social is looking for 6 new youth ambassadors to join their work towards ratification of the High Seas Treaty. If you’re from Tanzania, Zambia, Maldives, Philippines, Vietnam, Thailand, Jamaica or Trinidad this is an exciting opportunity :) www.earthecho.org/high-seas-yo...

Hi all folks, I’m new to using Blue Sky. Let’s be sure to follow each other! Let me know if you’re here for ocean, art or writing :)

Today, amidst all the sweater weather and November gloom, I’m reminded of Mary Oliver. Her take on love and pain is truly out of the ordinary!