GAIA FIRST
Piloting a Global Network of Collaborative and Innovative Initiatives for Planet Sustainability
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Our Purpose
​​Through innovative environmental initiatives and education, Gaia First envisions a sustainable future where humanity and nature thrive in harmony.
Empower. Protect. Share
About
We are an international NGO. We aim to protect biodiversity, advocate for the rights of nature, and inspire future generations to become dedicated stewards of the planet. Through innovative environmental initiatives and education, Gaia First envisions a sustainable future where humanity and nature thrive in harmony.​
Restoring Earth through Culture, Science, and Innovation. We believe the ecological crisis cannot be solved through isolated actions. It requires a global alliance between traditional and Indigenous environmental knowledge, advanced science, and citizen science.
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Set sail on board the Pelican of London for a one-of -a-kind expedition under the Patronage of UNESCO For Students of 18+
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the Mare Nostrum Expedition 2026
A once‑in‑a‑lifetime opportunity for students aged 18+ — university students, gap‑year explorers, and emerging changemakers.
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Set sail aboard the historic Pelican of London and become part of a pioneering scientific, cultural, and environmental mission across the Mediterranean.
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Applications are now open.
​This is not a study trip — it is a frontline expedition, blending eDNA research, underwater noise monitoring, cultural diplomacy, and hands‑on conservation with leading experts and Mediterranean communities.​
40 Limited places
One‑of‑a‑kind experience
Under the Patronage of UNESCO
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Join the next generation of ocean guardians and help shape the future of Mediterranean resilience.
Participants will also learn to navigate the legendary tall ship — the Pelican of London, a 45‑meter, three‑masted barquentine renowned for her world expeditions and her unique ability to train young sailors in real offshore conditions.
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