{"id":249,"date":"2025-01-13T17:47:38","date_gmt":"2025-01-13T23:47:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sargassummonitoring.org\/?page_id=249"},"modified":"2025-05-30T07:28:04","modified_gmt":"2025-05-30T13:28:04","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sargassummonitoring.org\/fr\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"A propos de nous"},"content":{"rendered":"

Our Mission and Goals<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Our Vision<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At Sargassum Monitoring<\/strong>, our mission is to combat the environmental and social impacts of sargassum seaweed invasion through innovation, research, and community collaboration. We bring together scientists, volunteers, and coastal communities to monitor, manage, and repurpose sargassum, transforming challenges into opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By leveraging advanced technology, citizen science, and sustainable solutions, we aim to protect marine ecosystems, support those on the frontlines, and empower a global movement for healthier oceans and coasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, we can make a lasting impact<\/strong> !<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Board Team<\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Christine J. Mariani<\/h4>Founder and Chairman<\/span>

She is a sargassum expert, living in the Riviera Maya. A former sailor, she founded Sargassum Monitoring in 2018 and is co-author of scientific study.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Dr. Ligia Collado-Vides<\/h4>Director\/Ph.D. at Florida International University<\/span>

She is a marine botanist specializing in macroalgae. As a director of Sargassum Monitoring, her expertise in sargassum invasions strengthens the NGO’s mission and makes her a key\u00a0interlocutor.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Madison Moseley<\/h4>Director – Treasurer<\/span>

Living in Houston, Texas, a region affected by sargassum, he applies his financial expertise as Director and Treasurer of Sargassum Monitoring to optimize the NGO’s resources and strengthen its environmental\u00a0mission.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Jean Marli\u00e8re<\/h4>Full-Stack Engineer & Software Developer<\/span>

Fueled by the goal of blending innovation and environmental care, he creates specialized tools to monitor and tackle ecological challenges. His involvement, dynamism, and ideas are key contributions to Sargassum Monitoring.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Yoan Jourdan<\/h4>Business owner<\/span>

He has supported Sargassum Monitoring since its inception. With experience in team management and business administration, he excels in organization, planning, long-term vision, expense allocation, and optimization. He also has a solid understanding of the sargassum\u00a0phenomenon.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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L\u00e9o Jimenez<\/h4>3D artist<\/span>

He has supported Sargassum Monitoring since its inception. Fully bilingual, he helps with website creation, graphic design, and the research and writing of content before publication. Serious and meticulous, he is a valuable\u00a0collaborator.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Our Goals<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

At Sargassum Monitoring<\/strong>, our mission is to combat the challenges posed by sargassum seaweed invasions affecting over 43 countries. Founded in 2018 by Christine J. Mariani, a dedicated ocean preservation advocate, our organization provides real-time data, research opportunities, and educational resources to scientists, vacationers, and policymakers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your generous donations enable us to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • Enhance Data Accessibility:<\/strong> Continuously update and expand our real-time and historical data on sargassum occurrences, crucial for understanding environmental impacts and developing sustainable management strategies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Develop Innovative Tools:<\/strong> Invest in advanced monitoring equipment, such as drones and strategically placed webcams, and create user-friendly applications like “Sargapp” to empower citizen scientists in tracking sargassum.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Support Community Engagement:<\/strong> Educate vacationers and local communities about sargassum, promoting responsible tourism and supporting local economies despite the challenges posed by seaweed invasions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Facilitate Scientific Collaboration:<\/strong> Foster interdisciplinary projects by providing a platform for data sharing among researchers, aiding in the development of effective solutions to mitigate the impact of sargassum.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    By supporting Sargassum Monitoring, you join a global effort to preserve marine ecosystems and assist communities affected by this environmental challenge. Together, we can transform obstacles into opportunities for a sustainable future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Join us in making a difference. Donate today to support our mission !<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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