An investment
in our
future
It is our most cherished wish that future generations should inherit our passion for the ocean and our conservationist values. To turn that dream into reality, we rely on education and awareness outreach programs to equip children (and their communities) to go on to become the change-makers of tomorrow.
Empowerment through education
In order to cultivate more environmentally-friendly behaviors, the Fondation Vilebrequin works with businesses, schools, and other relevant authorities to raise awareness about the deleterious effects of human activity on marine life. Young people and students are a fundamental part of our long-term strategy, as we believe future generations hold immense promise when it comes to tackling the problems facing our oceans. The power of artistic expression is another invaluable tool in our approach. We actively seek out and reward student artists and designers whose work serves to advance our cause.
Awareness outreach
We promote projects to raise both the public's and the authorities' awareness of the impact of human activities on the natural environment in order to encourage more environmentally-friendly behavior. The Fondation partners with local associations on events to raise public awareness and encourage local businesses to become more active participants in conservation efforts.
Empowering changemakers
We believe in the power of artistic expression to drive awareness, which is why we support and reward student talent in the art and design fields, whose work demonstrates an inspiring commitment to advancing public sensibility and celebrating the beauty of our oceans.
Education
We believe that younger generations are best equipped to heal the planet, and we need to do our best to teach them to do so. We visit schools to educate youth (and their parents) so that they may go on to become the ocean’s ambassadors of tomorrow. As part of our partnership with other associations and NGOs, the Vilebrequin Fondation develops educational tools and kits designed for teachers and our amazing volunteers who host school workshops. With digital and interactive learning resources, we help parents pass on a culture of caring and conservationism to their children.