Masmahaa Veshi is a free, bilingual (English & Dhivehi) e-learning platform launched by Maldives Resilient Reefs and Blue Marine Foundation to boost marine literacy among Maldivians. The programme empowers learners to become Reef Guardians through interactive modules, quizzes, infographics, and videos across a range of topics:

Featured Modules

1. Our Precious Reefs
   Discover the Maldives' marine environment—the world’s seventh‑largest reef system—and why its health underpins island life

2. The Secret Lives of Reef Fish
   Learn how reef fish, including groupers that aggregate during the new moon in Laamu Atoll, are vital to ecosystems and vulnerable to overfishing

3. Fish with Care – Sustainable Fisheries
   Explore the history and impact of overfishing in Maldives fisheries (e.g., groupers, sea cucumbers), and how to minimize harm

4. Conservation in Action – Fisheries Management
   Understand no-take zones, catch-size limits, and other management tools that protect fish stocks and boost reef resilience

5. Responsible Tourism
   Examine tourism’s crucial role in the national economy—nearly 2 million visitors annually—and explore examples of sustainable practices

6. A Warming World & Seagrass Superheroes
   Delve into climate change effects and the undervalued role of seagrass—learn how the #ProtectMaldivesSeagrass campaign helped protect over 830,000 m²

7. Together with Sharks
   Celebrate Maldives’ status as the Indian Ocean’s only shark sanctuary, learn about shark conservation campaigns (#SaveOurSharks, #AgainstLonglining), and how to live in harmony with sharks

8. Specialist Track: Laamaseelu Masveriyaa Programme
   A focused curriculum working directly with reef fishers to implement sustainable fishing practices and a code of conduct in Laamu Atoll

Why Join?

• Interactive Learning: Each module ends with a quiz—achieve 100% to earn your “prized catch” and a certificate!

• Free and Inclusive: Resources are offered at no cost in both Dhivehi and English.

• Impact-Driven: Tailored to Maldivian culture and marine challenges, it builds local capacity for long-term reef protection.

Become a Reef Guardian! Dive into Masmahaa Veshi to explore engaging lessons, test your knowledge, and take an active role in conserving the Maldives' vibrant marine environments.

Inspiring Ocean Guardians

The Manta Trust, a global leader in manta & devil ray conservation, has launched a free online Education Portal dedicated to marine and climate literacy. Designed for educators, students, and families, the portal offers a rich collection of multidisciplinary resources:

• Ocean Education Booklet: 17 curriculum-linked lesson plans spanning 14 subjects (from biology to PE), created with input from over 500 teachers in 30 countries—ideal for students aged 7–14 .

• Activities & Games: Interactive materials like Marvin the Manta Ray, manta bingo, mask-making, biodiversity quizzes, and more to engage younger learners .

• Science Papers & Videos: A series of Manta Marvels science papers, educational videos (e.g. Introduction to the Oceans, Sustainable Food), and the Ocean Mindfulness Podcast to support deeper learning.

• Virtual Lessons & Workshops: Schools can book live sessions with Manta Trust scientists on topics like marine careers, biodiversity, manta research, fitted to curriculum needs for ages 5–18.

• Multilingual Support: Resources available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese—and more languages are being added.

• Ocean Ambassadors Programme: Engaging youths (ages 13–18) globally by fostering communication skills, leadership, and advocacy through ambassadors’ projects.

Why it matters -

This portal empowers educators and learners with accessible, diverse tools to foster emotional connections to the ocean and inspire action—directly aligning with the Trust’s mission to develop informed ocean guardians worldwide .

Olive Ridley Project E‑Learning – Your Guide to Sea Turtle Conservation

The Olive Ridley Project (ORP) maintains a free e-learning hub dedicated to all things sea turtles—ranging from beginner to advanced levels. Designed for enthusiasts and aspiring conservationists aged 12+, the platform features:

• e‑Turtle School: A foundational course covering sea turtle biology, anatomy, species, threats (like ghost gear), injuries, and conservation roles—taught via video and text, with quizzes after each lesson.

• Sea Turtle Science & Conservation: A more advanced course for those seeking deeper scientific knowledge and conservation methods.

• Video Library: "Science in Minutes" bite-sized explainer videos on various aspects of sea turtle biology and ecology .

• Protocols & Infographics: Downloadable guides covering best practices (e.g., entanglement protocols, ghost net data capture, code of conduct, life cycle charts)—available in multiple languages.

Who it's for: Ideal for beginners, divers, students, or anyone passionate about sea turtles. Accessible at your own pace with no prior experience required—just a desire to learn and protect .