Adopt A Dugong
11 June 2026

World Dugong Day: Discovering the Unique Dugong and Conservation Efforts in Maluku

Hidden beneath Indonesia’s coastal waters lives one of the ocean’s least-known marine mammals—the dugong (Dugong dugon), a gentle seagrass grazer often called the “sea cow.” Despite its ecological importance, dugongs remain far less recognized than whales, sea turtles, or manta rays, making them one of marine conservation’s overlooked species. Every…
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11 June 2026

Building Environmental Awareness Through Interactive Learning and Outdoor Activities

On Saturday, May 23, 2026, Ocean Keeper Club (OKC) successfully concluded the third batch with Session 11, themed “Awas Ada Sampah Plastik (Bagian 2)” or “Beware of Plastic Waste (Part 2).” The session brought together 56 enthusiastic students for a day of interactive learning, outdoor exploration, and hands-on environmental activities…
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23 December 2024

Future Ocean Keepers Celebrate Graduation

December 21, 2024, marked a special day for the Ocean Keeper Club (OKC) students as they celebrate their graduation after completing 12 engaging sessions of fun learning activities throughout the year. This milestone event was attended by 44 students and teachers from partner schools, all gathered at the Center for…
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23 December 2024

CTC Hosts Pew Marine Conservation Fellows Annual Meeting

CTC was honored to host the prestigious Pew Fellows Program in Marine Conservation 2024 in Bali, bringing together over 100 distinguished scientists, conservation leaders, and marine experts from around the world. This event served as a platform for collaboration, sharing knowledge, and sparking meaningful discussions on the future of marine…
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18 November 2024

Dutch Artist Transforms Center for Marine Conservation with Stunning Marine Murals

At 87, the vibrant Dutch artist Anne van Borselen has returned to Bali with her signature energy, volunteering once again at Coral Triangle Center (CTC). This time, Anne dedicated her talents to completing vivid images of marine animals on CTC’s entrance fence. Anne, based in Amsterdam, is a frequent visitor…
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18 November 2024

Coral Diving School Launches First Scientific Diving Course

Coral Triangle Center’s (CTC) Coral Diving School has successfully completed its first-ever Scientific Diving Course. This milestone marks a significant step in advancing marine research skills for conservation enthusiasts and professionals alike. The course followed a series of online foundational classes in Marine Ecology, Fish Identification, and Coral Identification, offered…
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18 November 2024

CTC Launches Adopt-a-Mangrove Program to Mitigate Climate Change and Restore Nusa Penida MPA’s Mangrove Ecosystems

Coral Triangle Center (CTC) officially launched the “Adopt-a-Mangrove” program, aiming to engage the public in the restoration of mangrove forests in Nusa Penida Marine Protected Area (MPA). Nusa Penida MPA features diverse coastal and marine ecosystems, including mangrove forest on Nusa Lembongan Island. These mangroves provide habitat for animals and…
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24 July 2024

Wayang Samudra Spreads Awareness on Plastic Pollution for World Ocean Day

The Coral Triangle Center (CTC) marked World Ocean Day on June 8, 2024, with a unique celebration at the Living World Denpasar Amphitheater. The event featured a captivating performance by Wayang Samudera, a traditional shadow puppetry show that brought to life the intricate stories of marine species and their interconnectedness…
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25 May 2023

Indonesia’s First Ever Ocean Conservation-Themed Exhibition Hall Opens in Bali

On May 20, we proudly opened Indonesia’s first ever exhibition hall dedicated to the ocean and its protection and conservation in Sanur, Bali. The exhibition hall delves into the intersection of art, science, culture, and marine conservation. It features large-scale art installations that showcase the creativity of Indonesian and foreign artists…
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27 October 2022

CTC Hosts Trusted Media Summit Event With Asosiasi Jurnalis Independen (AJI)

Last September, 75 journalists from AJI (Asosiasi Jurnalis Independen) Indonesia gathered together at CTC’s Center for Marine Conservation to join the hybrid online event called “Trusted Media Summit 2022” held in Singapore. This annual event was organized by the Google News Initiative as a multi-stakeholder collaboration space to network and…
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27 October 2022

Harmony Island: Vibrant Underwater World

On October 4, we launched our latest exhibition, the art installation ‘Harmony Island’ by Mulyana at our Center for Marine Conservation. ‘Harmony Island’ showcases our vibrant coral ecosystems through beautifully crafted crochet pieces made from surplus yarn from the garment industry.  Through Harmony Island, we can dive deep into the…
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27 October 2022

Discarded Plastic Ropes Turned Into Elegant Tapestry: Weaving The Ocean Art Installation

Earlier this month, on September 5, we unveiled Ari Bayuaji’s ‘Weaving the Ocean’ Art Installation and Exhibit at our Center for Marine Conservation. This intimate event was attended by Ari’s closest friends, NGOs, and the gallery’s representative. It started with a background of the making of Weaving the Ocean, hosted…
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27 October 2022

Interactive Multimedia Coral Restoration Exhibition Launched

On September 22, CTC in collaboration with Mars Sustainable Solutions, launched Indonesia’s first ever multimedia exhibit on coral restoration. While there are many differing coral reef restoration approaches currently being undertaken globally, this exhibit highlights the Mars Assisted Reef Restoration System (MARRS). The hero of the MARRS method is the…
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27 October 2022

Virtual Library Of Indonesia’s Marine Biodiversity Opens At CTC’s Center For Marine Conservation

On August 22, we successfully launched the Grand Blue Project in our Center for Marine Conservation. This event was attended by 85 people from various backgrounds, including government representatives, media partners, NGOs, and university students. Before the event began, the guests enjoyed a meal in our courtyard. The Grand Blue…
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27 October 2022

CTC Hosts US Embassy’s Cultural And Education Reception

CTC was delighted to host an educational and cultural networking event organized by the U.S. Embassy – Jakarta, Indonesia at our Center for Marine Conservation last Monday.  The guests of honor were US Ambassador to Indonesia Sung Kim, US Consul General Jonathan Alan, and USAID Mission Director Jeff Cohen. The…
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27 October 2022

Sharing Zero Waste Initiatives With Local Schools In Sanur Through Fun Learning

CTC recently hosted 20 teachers and 100 students from around Sanur at our Center for Marine Conservation to learn about zero waste and permaculture methods. The program aims to engage participants in fun learning activities that educate them on permaculture principles and methods that minimise waste to can be implemented…
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27 October 2022

Fun Learning Activities With Trinity School, United Kingdom

This month, our Center for Marine Conservation received two groups from Trinity School, United Kingdom. Their visit to our center was to join our fun learning activities. We had a half day of fun learning activities that were done at Semawang Beach, Sanur, and our center. The fun learning activities…
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12 January 2022

Sharing Marine Protected Area Management Lessons With Warmadewa University Students

January 12, 2022, Sanur, Bali — On January 12, CTC hosted 13 students from Warmadewa University for a fun-learning class. As part of a field study program for Aquatic Resources Conservation Course, these students visited CTC Center for Marine Conservation to learn in more detail about managing marine protected areas.…
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