Outreach & Education
NOAA envisions healthy ecosystems, communities, and economies that are resilient in the face of change. To support this vision, our outreach and education programs aim to:
- Educate and inspire the nation to use science toward improving our understanding of ocean life.
- Conserve and protect our ocean resources.
- Encourage stewardship to care for our oceans and coasts.
- Prepare a future workforce to continue our mission.
We strive to support educational opportunities for all sectors of the public—from preschoolers to postgraduates and educators to fishermen. Explore our website to find educational resources, professional development opportunities, and upcoming events.
Stori Oates, Communications and Education Coordinator, showing how thermal imaging works. Credit: NOAA Fisheries.
Dr. Gus Alaka speaking at the first panel next to the facilitator Bianca Sproul. Credit: NOAA Atlantic Oceanographic and Meteorological Laboratory/Devon Ledbetter
Eric Lucas working on a GulfCorps project in Alabama. Credit: Eric Lucas
GulfCorps members at orientation. Credit: Mike Dumas/TNC