Welcome to the Making Waves Collective!

The Making Waves Collective connects people to the ocean—and to each other—through the power of data. We create inclusive spaces where participants gain hands-on experience with real ocean datasets, build new technical and storytelling skills, and explore the many ways they can contribute to our understanding of the ocean and the systems it supports. By working together to expand access to ocean data and deepen collective understanding, we empower individuals to see themselves as part of a global movement—exploring oceans, sharing knowledge, and making waves in science and beyond.

Exploring oceans. Empowering voices. Expanding horizons.

A diverse and multi-generational community of students and professionals at multiple career stages, committed to open data and knowledge sharing. 

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