At CO-EXIST Projects, we believe in a world where people and oceans thrive together. Through immersive education, global storytelling, and grassroots empowerment, we support frontline efforts to protect marine life while encouraging the next generation of marine conservation activists and scientists.
Our mission is to turn awareness into action—one story, one project, one wave at a time.
I just have no words. Thank you so so so much for such an incredible experience. Everyone took care of us so so well, underwater and above ground, and we all had so much fun – professionals through and through. I truly can’t describe the underwater world just yet but it was unlike anything I could have ever imagined or dreamed of!
It totally surpassed anything we expected. The people, the island, the wildlife, everything was magical. It’s a life changing trip that changed me and my girlfriend’s’s view on wildlife and marine conservation. Seeing a healthy island and its wildlife was a once in a lifetime chance for both of us and we are so grateful to have had this opportunity! I would say to anyone considering joining, pour in all your love and time.
I wanted to express my gratitude to the Co-Exist team—your program really pushed me into this field. Winning the Co-Exist contest taught me to apply for everything—nothing to lose, everything to gain. I’ve been accepted to universities like Monash, University of Sydney, and James Cook to study conservation/marine biology. I wanted to share the impact you have made on me and life. The trajectory of my career and path has drastically changed, my activism has become more serious and I truly believe I can grow in this industry.
My connection with the ocean has been present since I can remember. From going snorkelling for the first time at the age of four in the most pristine coral reefs, to diving at the age of 7 with all kinds of marine wildlife that I had only seen in movies.
My fascination for the oceans quickly shifted to concern when I realised what was truly going on. From seeing plastics tied around turtle necks, to having to remove an abundance of hooks from the mouths of sharks, to the once so vibrant corals losing their colour.
I grew up in the Jaws aftermath, and having been exposed to the beauty and tranquility of sharks at such a young age I never understood what inspired fear in others. Precisely this fear that was present in the world is what drove me to try and do something that would change people’s perspectives on these majestic animals.
Every Purchase and Every Donation Makes a Real Difference – All proceeds from our shop go directly towards funding and delivering impactful marine conservation initiatives. By choosing to support us, you’re helping protect our oceans, restore vital ecosystems, and to educate and inspire action.
