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HONOREES

Each year, Blue Water Film Festival is proud an industry leader whose contributions to the innovation of marine science & entertainment has changed the industry for the better and who has used their voices for positive social change. We are proud to highlight the accomplishments of these Environmental Champions, as part of our mission to raise the profile of the oceans and the environment

PAST HONOREES

Global Guardian Award Vyon Chouinard, 2023

Pioneer Award Dr. Wallace J Nichols, 2023

Eco Hero Award Rob Machado, 2023

Global Citizen Award Dr. Jane Goodall, 2022

Eco Hero Award Damien Hobgood, 2022

Queen of the Sharks Valerie Tayor, 2021

2022 - Jane Goodall receives “Global Citizen Award”

2021 - Valerie Taylor receives “ Queen of the Sharks”

2020 Sylvia Earle receives “Queen of the Sea”

2020 Fabien Cousteau Welcome to the Festival

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