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June 22, 2026

Three years of ProBleu: Building water and ocean literacy across Europe

EU-funded project concludes after supporting 111 Blue School initiatives in 44 countries and creating resources that will continue empowering educators for years to come.
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April 13, 2026

Celebrating innovation in STEM Education: ProBleu and the Scientix Awards 2026

Schools can appy to Scientix Awards until 30th April. An initiative designed to celebrate outstanding educators who bring STEM to life in their classrooms.
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March 24, 2026

ProBleu workshops: supporting schools to build institutional roadmaps

Educators from across Europe came together in ProBleu workshops to share ideas, build roadmaps and strengthen their Blue School projects for long-term impact.
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March 6, 2026

ProBleu at the 4th Mission Ocean and Waters Forum: bringing Ocean Literacy into schools

ProBleu joined the Mission Ocean Forum in Brussels, connecting policy and education to support schools across Europe in bringing Ocean Literacy into the classroom.
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March 5, 2026

ProBleu at ECSA 2026  

ProBleu showcased its work at ECSA 2026, presenting results on ocean literacy in schools and sharing how citizen science projects empower students and teachers to engage with water and ocean…
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February 9, 2026

Working together to support the Canary Islands Blue Schools Network  

More than 50 teachers joined the Blue Schools Seminar at PLOCAN, discovering European opportunities, citizen science initiatives and new resources to strengthen Blue Schools in the Canary Islands.
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January 15, 2026

1,311 European Blue Schools: a shared milestone for Ocean Literacy in Europe  

1,311 European Blue Schools now lead Ocean Literacy across 26 countries; a shared milestone by EMSEA, ProBleu, SHORE and BlueLightS supporting the EU Mission.
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December 2, 2025

ProBleu results presented at international conferences in Tokyo  

The KTU team represented ProBleu at two international conferences in Tokyo in 2025, presenting key results on ocean and water literacy among school students and innovative education approaches.
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November 25, 2025

ProBleu at the Barcelona Citizen Science Congress  

ProBleu highlighted its work with schools at the Barcelona Citizen Science Congress, presenting classroom-driven marine citizen science and the co-creation of activities with teachers.
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August 1, 2025

Bringing Marine Science to life with ProBleu “Science Stories”! 

ProBleu Science Stories bring ocean & water literacy into classrooms with videos, slides & hands-on activities, sparking curiosity, critical thinking and real-world exploration.
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July 9, 2025

ProBleu Catalogue Joins UNESCO-IOC Blue Thread Network 

This recognition marks a significant milestone in our mission to empower individuals, educators, and communities with accessible resources about the importance of water in our daily lives.
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July 4, 2025

Ocean Literacy and Citizen Science: Second Annual Teaching Day at ICM-CSIC

ProBleu’s 2nd Teaching Day at ICM brought together teachers, educators and researchers to co-design innovative blue learning tools, showcase school projects and award Blue Schools diplomas!
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July 1, 2025

Intense ProBleu In-Person Progress Meeting Kicks Off Final Phase

From June 25–28, ProBleu met in Kaunas to review progress (635 schools engaged, 79 funded, 673 Blue Schools, 305 resource downloads) and plan its final phase!
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April 8, 2025

ProBleu at the EAZA Conservation Education Conference

ProBleu represented the EAZA Conference in Chester, engaging conservation educators in exploring Ocean Literacy to help reconnect society with the ocean.
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April 7, 2025

ProBleu-Funded schools from Spain and Croatia team up for marine biodiversity workshop in Barcelona

Students from ProBleu-funded schools in Spain and Croatia explored marine biodiversity and citizen science together during a workshop at the Institute of Marine Sciences.
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March 13, 2025

Online event: Promoting Ocean Literacy and the funding sources to make it happen

Join this online event to explore funding opportunities for water literacy and learn from experts about collaboration and innovation in education communities and beyond!
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March 7, 2025

ProBleu at the 3rd Annual Mission Forum: Advancing Blue Education in Europe

ProBleu actively joined the 3rd Annual Mission Forum, sharing results, hosting a workshop, networking across Europe, and strengthening blue education initiatives, in collaboration with the Sister Projects!
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February 27, 2025

Scientix Awards 2025 – Recognising excellence in STEM education

ProBleu supports the Scientix Learning Tides Award at the Scientix Awards 2025. Submit your STEM activity by April 30 for a chance to win a trip to Brussels.
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February 20, 2025

Join ProBleu and its sister projects at the European Ocean Days 2025!

ProBleu joins the European Ocean Days 2025 in Brussels from 3-7 March to promote blue education and ocean literacy. Meet us at workshops, discussions, and our stand!
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February 16, 2025

Apply to the EU4Ocean MakeEUBlue awards 2025

The MakeEUBlue Awards 2025, organized by the EU4Ocean Coalition are open. Apply by March 14 for a chance to win recognition, prizes, and a financial reward!
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February 13, 2025

ProBleu Engages Educators in Marseille to Promote Ocean Literacy and Citizen Science

ProBleu engaged educators in Marseille, introducing the Network of European Blue Schools and demonstrating how citizen science and open schooling can enhance ocean literacy.
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January 24, 2025

ProBleu Presents Its Resource Catalogue at the Global Blue Schools Network Meeting

ProBleu presented its Resource Catalogue at the Global Blue Schools Network meeting, highlighting how schools can access and share ocean literacy materials to enhance collaboration and education worldwide.
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January 16, 2025

First Records of Two Marine Species on MINKA by Escola Congrés Indians Students

Students from Escola Congrés Indians explored the seabed in Barcelona, uncovering the first records of two species on the MINKA platform and learning about marine biodiversity and pollution impacts.
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January 4, 2025

What’s Coming in 2025: Key events for Blue Education

2025 will be an exciting year for water literacy and blue education! Explore on this post the key milestones and events ahead.
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December 19, 2024

ICM-CSIC and OTTERS Collaborate in Armenia to Promote Citizen Science and Blue Schools

ICM-CSIC joined forces with OTERS in Armenia to train teachers on Blue Schools, citizen science, and water literacy, inspiring collaborative projects around Lake Sevan.
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December 2, 2024

ProBleu launches catalogue of ocean and water literacy teaching aids

Explore the new ProBleu Resource Catalogue: a multilingual platform offering teaching aids to promote water literacy and ocean education in schools across Europe.
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November 13, 2024

ProBleu Participates in Launch of Spanish Network of Blue Schools at III ReeducaMar Conference

ProBleu joins the launch of the Spanish Network of Blue Schools, uniting educators and students to promote ocean literacy and sustainability across Spain.
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November 7, 2024

ProBleu collaboration with European Schoolnet

This partnership aims to promote ProBleu funding calls and outputs by leveraging European Schoolnet’s platform, engaging educators and schools across Europe.
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October 23, 2024

ProBleu Project Presented at INOVA+ “Train the Students” Event in Manteigas, Portugal

INOVA+ presented the ProBleu project at Manteigas High School during ErasmusDays, offering workshops on digital skills and promoting the third open call for innovative, sustainable projects.
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September 26, 2024

ProBleu at the EMSEA Conference: Strengthening Ties with BlueLightS and Growing Blue Schools

ProBleu attended the EMSEA Conference, connecting with ocean literacy advocates, promoting our funding call, and sharing insights on the growth of Blue Schools across Europe.
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September 20, 2024

Exploring Marine Biodiversity with ProBleu at the Coastal Connectedness BioBlitz

Discover how ProBleu joined the Coastal Connectedness BioBlitz, engaging families and teachers in marine biodiversity exploration and hands-on ocean literacy activities!
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September 16, 2024

ProBleu, SHORE and BlueLightS: Three Funding Calls for Primary and Secondary Schools Launching this September

Get ready! In September, ProBleu, BlueLightS, and SHORE will open their funding calls. Don’t miss the chance to secure funding for your school's water and ocean literacy projects. Stay tuned!
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September 10, 2024

Blue Schools in Armenia: Seminar on Citizen Science and Water Literacy

A seminar at AUA introduced Armenian educators to citizen science and water literacy, fostering student engagement in water conservation through collaboration with ProBleu and OTTERS projects.
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July 25, 2024

Educators Invited to Share Favourite Online Ocean and Water Teaching Resources for ProBleu Catalogue

Teachers, share your top online resources for ocean and water literacy! Help us build the ProBleu catalogue and support the Network of European Blue Schools. Submit your favorites today!
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July 11, 2024

Triple Opportunity: Three Funding Calls Opening in September!

Get ready! In September, ProBleu, BlueLightS, and SHORE will open their funding calls. Don’t miss the chance to secure funding for your school's water and ocean literacy projects. Stay tuned!
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July 8, 2024

2nd Funding Call Projects Selected!

We've chosen 35 projects from 12 countries that will advance water literacy in European schools, tackling marine and freshwater conservation, plastic pollution, and biodiversity through innovative methods.
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July 7, 2024

Empowering Educators: ProBleu’s Barcelona Training Session on Blue Schools

In Barcelona, educators gathered for a ProBleu training session on Blue Schools and ocean literacy, led by ICM-CSIC experts. They explored practical tools like MINKA and discussed local projects, fostering…
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June 10, 2024

ProBleu Participates in the Ocean Literacy World Conference in Venice

At the Ocean Literacy World Conference in Venice, hosted by IOC-UNESCO and partners, ProBleu collaborated with global experts to finalize the “Venice Declaration for Ocean Literacy in Action.”
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June 7, 2024

ProBleu and SHORE highlight the importance of Water and Ocean Literacy in School Communities on World Ocean Day

On the occasion of World Ocean Day on June 8, ProBleu and SHORE reaffirm their commitment to enhancing ocean and water literacy across Europe and expanding the Network of European…
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April 25, 2024

ProBleu empowers educators at professional development events in the South-West of the UK

In the South-West UK, teachers are enhancing their curricula with Ocean Literacy, thanks to training sessions by the Ocean Conservation Trust and partners. These workshops, part of the ProBleu project,…
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April 10, 2024

UN Ocean Decade: The dialogue promoted by ProBleu, SHORE and BlueLightS

ProBleu, SHORE, & BlueLightS unite at the UN Ocean Decade event, engaging for the NEBS expansion & contributing to the EU Mission Restore our Waters and Ocean.
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April 8, 2024

ProBleu at ECSA 2024: Citizen Science and Water Literacy

At ECSA 2024, ProBleu leveraged talks and workshops to network broadly, exchanging insights with school networks from across Europe, and to promote citizen science in water literacy domain.
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March 26, 2024

1st Funding Call Selected Projects: Advancing Water Literacy in European Schools

We've chosen 11 projects from over 80 applications across 19 countries to enhance water literacy in schools. Starting April 1, they'll inspire change! 🙌🏽
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March 18, 2024

“The European Blue Schools toward the ambitious target of UNESCO about ocean literacy in the school curricula”

Join us for the European Blue Schools event on UNESCO's ocean literacy goals, Apr 8, 5-6:30 PM at Institut de Ciències del Mar. Registration required!
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March 18, 2024

EU Mission Projects News: Call for Associated Regions to participate in the Restore4Life project 

Join Restore4Life to revitalize European wetlands! Open call for 5+ regions to gain tools, knowledge, and support for wetland restoration.
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March 8, 2024

ProBleu Participates in 2024 European Ocean Days, Advancing Water Literacy and Conservation Efforts

ProBleu makes a significant impact at the 2024 European Ocean Days, showcasing its dedication to ocean and water conservation through innovative educational initiatives and strategic collaborations.
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February 6, 2024

Celebrating Women’s Pivotal Role in ProBleu and STEM

Discover the women behind the ProBleu project and their diverse backgrounds. Together with their colleagues, they are shaping the future of European Blue Schools!
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December 14, 2023

Promoting ocean and water literacy in Schools: ProBleu Kicks Off

ProBleu will expand and support the Network of European Blue Schools by providing more than 100 schools around Europe and Associated countries with new educational resources. It will help develop…
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