ABOUT EXXPEDITION
At eXXpedition we lead ocean research missions to help people truly connect with the plastic crisis and discover their unique role in tackling it.
Founded by ocean advocate Emily Penn, we take people to sea to witness the plastic problem first-hand, contribute to groundbreaking scientific research and bring back stories that inspire change.
On board, our multinational, multidisciplinary all-women crews connect with the ocean and with each other in ways that change them forever. Back on land, they carry the experience into their work and communities, creating a ripple effect of change in how the world tackles plastic pollution.
Since setting sail 12 years ago, eXXpedition has run 29 missions with 274 participants from 41 nations around the world. We’ve partnered with hundreds of organisations, contributed data to 35 scientific studies, and seen our alumni drive change through policy, product design, film-making, and almost 2,000 media interviews.
You can find out more about eXXpedition’s approach and impact here: eXXpedition.com
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Mission
eXXpedition helps people truly connect with the plastic crisis and discover their unique role in tackling it.
Aims
The Science
Collect world-class data from the planet’s most remote waters, mapping the sources and scale of plastic pollution and putting it in the hands of those who can use it.
The Stories
Share films, photography and first-hand accounts that bring hidden places into view and inspire action on the right solutions.
The Changemakers
Equip women from every background and discipline with the tools, knowledge and belief to drive change in their work and communities.
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