Diversifying Ocean Sciences is a program created to provide BIPOC gender minorities, ages 18 and older, a stepping stone into marine science who are otherwise struggling to break into the field.

The purpose of the program is to provide folks with a stepping stone into marine science who are otherwise struggling to break into the field. Diversifying Ocean Science is a free, year-long hybrid program for people to hone their ocean science skills, build their network, and receive mentorship. Thirty participants will be accepted into the program with sixteen coming from the Barancik Foundation's target communities (Florida and the greater Chicago area) and fourteen coming from all over. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in one of three concentrations (Field Ecology, Laboratory Techniques or Marine Technology) with ten students under each concentration. The experience will culminate with a week long hands-on intensive workshop during summer 2023.