© Copyright 2025 North American Environment Protection Association
Education & Outreach
At NAMEPA, we are committed to educating students and communities about the critical role of the maritime industry, bridging commerce and conservation.
Through our education and outreach initiatives, we aim to raise awareness about marine environmental protection while highlighting the importance of sustainable maritime practices.
Educational Resources
NAMEPA offers educational materials for students, teachers, parents, seafarers, and industry professionals. These resources can be used to educate others about the marine environment, marine debris pollution and how to prevent it, and to learn about the maritime industry's vital role.
These resources are provided at no cost, and made possible by the generous support of our members and sponsors.
NAMEPA wishes to express our gratitude to our sponsors, whose contributions facilitated the development and printing of our 2025 Maritime Industry Exploration Guide. Our sponsors included Anchor Watch, Houston Mooring, ITOPF, The Maritime Professor, MITAGS, Port Everglades, Port Miami, San Jacinto College, SMIT and Wasteline Soultions.
All contributions support our efforts to Save Our Seas.
Complete the form to access all of NAMEPA’s Free Education Resources!
K-12 Annual Student Art Contest
Sponsored by NAMEPA, the United States Coast Guard, and the Inter-American Committee on the Ports of the Organization of the American States (OAS-CIP), students in grades K-12 living in the Americas are asked to submit an original poster that creatively depicts the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) World Maritime Day theme.
Planet & Ocean Discovery Series (PODS)
PODS is a virtual and downloadable learning series developed to bring Marine Science to your classroom! Each POD provides the necessary information and tools to deliver a complete educational unit. These interdisciplinary lessons are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards and Ocean Literacy Principles. Choose your POD!
Internships
Interested in marine science education, the maritime industry, or digital media marketing? Apply for an internship with NAMEPA and explore new waters!
Check out our internship opportunities to see if you may be a good fit! We offer hybrid, in-person and remote internship opportunities.
Check out our internship opportunities to see if you may be a good fit! We offer hybrid, in-person and remote internship opportunities.
What a GREAT effort, and a comprehensive guide for students who might be interested in the maritime field.
I wish that something like this had existed when I was trying to chart my course many years ago; It could have made a big difference in helping me to learn more about my options.
Your Maritime Exploration Guide for students fills a critical need. This is a fine publication, stimulates student curiosity, and provides informed guidance.
"My class loved using this product-thank you for making it."
Rating: 5/5 (extremely satisfied)
"Students engaged readily with the content. Great time saving lesson."
Rating: 5/5 (extremely satisfied)
I absolutely loved this resource and highly recommend it for classroom use! It's engaging, informative, and incredibly useful for enhancing student learning. Teachers will find it invaluable for enriching their curriculum and keeping students actively involved. Overall, a fantastic resource that deserves a place in every classroom.
This is such a great resource. So easy to use and works exactly like you think it's going to. Easy to build off of and can be taken in so many different extension directions!!
Contact NAMEPA
(203) 255-4686
contact@namepa.net
21 Davis Hill Road
Weston, CT 06883
United States
North American Marine Environment Protection Association (NAMEPA) is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.