This new fellowship for journalists, created by Ocean Nexus and Metcalf Institute in collaboration with the Uproot Project, seeks to advance transformative changes at the nexus of ocean and social justice. Participating journalists, working closely with Ocean Nexus scientists, aim to deepen their understanding of how our relationship with the ocean is intertwined with systemic inequities, particularly within historically marginalized communities, across the globe. As a part of the fellowship, fellows produce resource guides that will help other journalists understand the topics they covered and help expand the body of knowledge about ocean equity.

MONA Fellowship Goals:

1. Research Ocean Equity: In collaboration with Ocean Nexus Research Fellows, MONA Fellows will examine how current systems of ocean governance perpetuate colonial and discriminatory practices, exacerbating inequities both internationally and locally.
2. Amplify Marginalized Voices and Perspectives: MONA Fellows will explore how different communities, particularly those historically ignored in ocean policy discourses, experience and interact with ocean issues, and ensure diverse voices are recognized and respected into how these issues are discussed.
3. Strengthen Public and Policy Dialogue: MONA Fellows will play an essential role in bridging the gap between ocean research and the public, using their communication skills to bring attention to critical issues surrounding ocean equity and justice.