ABOut US

BAJA COASTAL INSTITUTE (BCI) IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION REGISTERED IN BOTH MEXICO AND THE UNITED STATES.

It was founded in 2014 by a group of residents, researchers, and visitors to this unique region, with the desire to give back a little of what the Southeast Region of the Baja California Peninsula, Mexico, has given them.

WE believe in:

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The importance of research

Reliable information is the result of formal scientific research and is essential for us to plan a sustainable future in the region.

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The power of education

By promoting the appreciation of our ecosystems and understanding the impact we have on them among the younger members of our community, we ensure a new generation of leaders motivated to protect them.

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THE strength in community

By fostering strong partnerships among organizations, institutions, researchers, educators, students, and communities, we can make the best decisions for the Southeast region.

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The value of transparency

We value above all else the trust that donors, collaborators, volunteers, participants, and partners place in us. For this reason, we always act in the best interest of everyone who lives here and communicate each of our actions with complete transparency.

At BCI, we believe it is possible to seek the growth of our communities while preserving the ecosystems and life that exist here today.

TO ACHIEVE IT WE:

  •  Develop and publish research papers on critical issues for the Southeast Region with the support of scientists and experts.

  • Provide accommodation, translation, and guidance to scientists and graduate students who come to conduct studies or theses related to the care and preservation of our coastal systems.

  • Ensure that the results of all research vital to the sustainable development of the region are shared on social media and through presentations or seminars conducted by experts.

  • Are part of the Cabo Pulmo Vivo Coalition, promoting the care of the Cabo Pulmo National Park and planned development in the region.

  • Facilitate the acquisition and implementation of illegal fishing monitoring systems in Cabo Pulmo.

  • Participate in the creation and maintenance of an Environmental Education Campus in Cabo Pulmo, where we hold events, conferences, and workshops for residents and visitors to promote understanding and protection of our delicate ecosystems.

  • Collaborate with education experts to turn scientific information into engaging teaching materials and co-created educational experiences alongside local teachers, motivating students to develop projects aimed at preserving their environment.

  • Also, through workshops and experiences for local students, we promote the generation of sustainable projects.

  • Developed an educational platform to share project-based learning tools and curriculum programs focused on water conservation, plastic reduction, and biodiversity protection with educators.

  • Joined the #DESPLASTIFÍCATE Alliance to promote the reduction of single-use plastic pollution in Baja California Sur.

TAKE ACTION NOW

With your support, we can increase our positive impact in this beautiful region.

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