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The Sea in Feminine

We make women in marine science and conservation visible. Exhibitions, audiovisual profiles and educational workshops to break gender stereotypes.

Why This Project Exists

Marine sciences have been historically masculinized, and the women who have worked in this field rarely appear in textbooks or media. The Sea in Feminine seeks to correct this invisibilization.

Activities

Photo exhibitions with profiles of Canarian marine scientists
Educational workshops in schools about women in science
Short documentaries with local protagonists
Mentorship networks for young people interested in marine sciences

Objectives

Make female role models visible in marine sciences
Encourage scientific vocations among young girls
Document and preserve the history of pioneers
Create a collaboration network among sector professionals

Equipo

Mariam Lezcano Monzón

Social Educator and project coordinator

Social educator and coordinator of equality and co-education projects, and activist photographer.

Alicia Herrera Ulibarri

Secretary and Co-Founder

Professor of Biology, Master's and Doctorate in Oceanography. Full Professor at the University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria in the area of Zoology and member of the EOMAR research group.

Cristina Fernández Gil

Marine scientist and science communicator — Founder of Oceanográfica

Marine scientist and founder of Oceanográfica, a marine science outreach company. An expert in science communication, she bridges academic rigour with accessible language so that society can understand and value the marine biodiversity of the Canary Islands.

Gara Franchy Gil

Treasurer

Graduate in Marine Sciences and PhD in Oceanography, she is currently devoted to conscious, sustainable cooking.

Maite Asensio Elvira

Oceanographer and Ecotourism Director

Marine Sciences graduate and environmental technician specializing in marine ecotourism. Director of Snorkeling Experience and coordinator of marine stewardship projects at Latitud Azul. Works to bring ocean knowledge to citizens through science and direct experience.

Rayco Guedes Alonso

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

PhD in Analytical Chemistry from ULPGC, specialized in the study of microcontaminants in wastewater and their impact on the marine environment. His work combines academic research with direct environmental action, bringing scientific rigor to Latitud Azul projects.