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Explorers of Lawai‘a’ - Travelling Exhibition

"Learning about our oceans shouldn't be confined to classrooms and aquariums," says Michael Wolf, co-CEO at formula D_ "We need to bring the wonder and the urgency of ocean conservation to everyone, regardless of location. Travelling exhibits are a powerful tool for this, allowing us to connect with communities in their own environments.” A powerful pathway to nurturing this active citizenship lies in the transformative potential of experiential, hands-on learning. Through a recent collaboration with INPEACE, a Hawai‘i-based nonprofit dedicated to Native Hawaiian education and empowerment, formula D_ launched ‘Explorers of Lawai‘a’ - an interactive, low-tech science and culture travelling exhibit, designed to bring a blend of science education and traditional knowledge to rural communities. ‘Explorers of Lawai‘a’ layer's Hawaiian knowledge systems, fishing science, and hands-on exploration in a way that feels deeply connected. The exhibit uses beautiful, tactile installations to spark learning through movement, imagination, and touch. The exhibits’ features include an oversized dissectible fish, a river-to-sea table maze, plush story boxes, and a harvest pool that teaches responsible fishing techniques. Hawaiian language elements and storytelling devices are incorporated throughout, integrating indigenous knowledge and the rich traditions of Native Hawaiian culture. In a world saturated with screens, the exhibit’s mostly analogue design invites children to learn through their bodies – not just their eyes. This tangible interaction is key to fostering a deeper understanding of complex ecological principles and cultural practices. “Travelling exhibits, especially those focused on experiential learning, are crucial for democratizing access to vital knowledge," says Wolf. "They can reach rural communities, fostering a deeper connection to science and culture in places where traditional educational resources might be limited. This is how we build widespread citizen ocean advocacy." Opening up these science education avenues is crucial for a sustainable ocean economy, which, if it was to be a country, would have the fifth largest economy in the world - demonstrating its immense economic significance. The fisheries sector alone directly employs over 61.8 million people. Yet, despite this crucial role, ocean education remains quite fragmented, usually only reaching urban institutions and tourism centres. “It’s clear that fostering a generation of active ocean stewards is paramount. The resolutions emerging from the upcoming UNOC conference must prioritize not only policy shifts but also a significant investment in promoting active citizenship and robust science education on ocean ecology and the critical importance of the blue economy,” adds Wolf. “We would love to see more ocean-focused travelling exhibits emerge around the world.” To find out more about formula D_’s work, visit https://formula-d.com/