Support me on eXXpedition!

Dear Friends! I have been selected to be part of the eXXpedition all-female Round the World voyage to study plastic pollution in our ocean. Please continue to check in and follow my journey!

AIMS OF EXXPEDITION

To collect scientific samples to feed into large-scale studies
To explore the scale of plastic pollution and the available solutions
To facilitate collaboration opportunities between the diverse crew of women – artists, scientists,
To empower the all-female crew to become more effective ocean ambassadors
To carry out outreach events, where possible, to engage local communities and generate press coverage

AIMS OF EXXPEDITION ROUND THE WORLD

Support solutions-based science by contributing to world class scientific studies that are urgently needed to inform up-stream solutions and close the loop on plastic waste on land
Challenge perceptions by using our platform to inform and educate so that people can better understand the real problem of micro-plastics and use that to shape actions and solutions
Create a community of change-makers and inspiring global ambassadors to tackle plastic pollution back on dry land. During their ocean experience participants discover the power of their individual roles in addressing the issues. Empowered by their first hand experience at sea we provide the tools, confidence and support they need to become effective leaders that can influence meaningful impact through their personal and professional communities.

ABOUT EXXPEDITION

eXXpedition, the Community Interest Company behind Round the World 2019-2021, specialises in all-women sailing trips with a focus on highlighting the devastating impact single-use plastic and toxics from land-based activities are having on our planet’s oceans, ecosystems and on human health. Previous research carried out by eXXpedition has highlighted the endemic nature of microplastics within our ocean environments globally and the increasing potential impact they have on human health.

eXXpedition was founded in 2014 by ocean advocate Emily Penn and Dr Lucy Gilliam to make the unseen seen, from the toxics in our bodies to the toxics in our seas. You can read more information about the organization here: www.exxpedition.com

eXXpedition Round The World will take place on the 70ft steel hulled ‘S/V TravelEdge’, owned and operated by Discovery Expeditions. You can find out more about S/V TravelEdge here: https://yachtdiscovery.co.uk/boat/