The Institut Bleu is committed to helping young people in Réunion discover the richness of the Indian Ocean, careers in the maritime sector, and the challenges of a sustainable blue economy. For several years, the Institut Bleu has been carrying out concrete awareness-raising initiatives targeting children, middle school students, high school students, and job seekers, with the aim of inspiring career paths and promoting Réunion’s blue economy.
Our Initiatives
A variety of activities for all ages
School-based programs
The Institut Bleu visits schools directly to educate preschool and elementary school students about marine biodiversity and the riches of the Indian Ocean through games, art activities, and educational videos.
Preschool & Elementary School
Forums and career fairs for maritime professions
The Institut Bleu participates in career fairs focused on maritime professions, giving middle and high school students the opportunity to explore the wide range of careers in the blue economy: fishing, boating, aquaculture, ship maintenance, safety, research, and many others.
Middle School and High School Students
Career and Counseling Events
The Institut Bleu participates in national and local events focused on maritime employment, connecting job seekers, industry professionals, and training organizations to highlight the opportunities offered by Réunion’s blue economy.
Job seekers
Science Villages and Cultural Events
The Institut Bleu partners with scientific and cultural events to introduce the marine world in a fun and immersive way, offering interactive activities, lectures, talks by experts, exhibitions, and creative workshops designed for young audiences.
Suitable for all ages
Objectives
What these actions entail
- Sparking young people's curiosity about marine biodiversity and the Indian Ocean
- Raise awareness of the wide range of careers in the maritime sector and the training programs available to enter these fields
- Promoting the inclusion of women in the maritime sector by giving a voice to female professionals
- Build connections between schools, young people, and maritime industry stakeholders
- Inspiring young people in Réunion to pursue their dreams and open up new possibilities for them
- Promoting a sustainable blue economy, for the benefit of the island and the planet