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Explore the Depths

Discover the Wonders of Marine Life and Conservation

Learn about our dedication to protecting ocean biodiversity through research, education, and community involvement.
Explore the Depths

Discover the Wonders of Marine Life and Conservation

Learn about our dedication to protecting ocean biodiversity through research, education, and community involvement.

Future events

Protecting Our Rivers & Oceans, Together

At Life Below Water, we believe that meaningful change begins when people come together with purpose. Our upcoming events are designed to inspire action, build community, and drive real impact for the world’s oceans. From beach clean-ups and educational workshops to awareness campaigns and fundraising initiatives, each event brings us one step closer to restoring and protecting marine life.

Join us as we create opportunities to learn, connect, and make a difference, one wave at a time. Explore our future events and discover how you can get involved.

SUP and Walking Cleanup 30 augustus 2026

Join Our Walk & SUP Clean-Up in Huizen on 30rd of August ...

PADI Aware Community Day 12 September 2026

We are excited to announce that Life Below Water will be attending the PADI AWARE Community Day in Zeeland on 12 September! ...

Duikvaker 2027

Visit Life Below Water at Duikvaker 2027 and discover how divers, ocean enthusiasts, and conservationists can work together to protect our blue planet. As divers, we are privileged to witness the beauty of the underwater world firsthand, making us true ...

past events

Moments That Made a Difference

Every event we host carries a story of dedication, collaboration, and impact. Our past events highlight the meaningful steps we’ve taken together to protect marine life and restore our oceans. From hands-on conservation activities to community outreach and awareness campaigns, these moments reflect the passion and commitment of our supporters.

Explore our past events to see the progress we’ve made, and to get inspired by what we can achieve when we join forces for the future of our oceans.

Dive in and explore how we’re working together to protect life below water.

June 7, 2026

World Ocean Day, Huizen

On June 7th, we celebrate World Oceans Day at the Krachtcentrale in ...
May 17, 2026

Community clean-up in Zaandam

Join us for a community clean-up in Zaandam and help create a ...
May 16, 2026

Move to Clean

In spring, Spierziekten Nederland and Life Below Water host an accessible clean-up ...
March 29, 2026

Beach Clean Up, Noordwijk

Beach Clean Up in Noordwijk on March 29, 2026 a Great Success ...

News & Blogs

Insights, Stories, and Updates from Our Oceans

Welcome to all our latest stories, discoveries, and updates. In this combined Blog & News section, you’ll find a rich mix of in-depth articles, expert insights, field reports, organizational announcements, and timely updates from the world of marine conservation.

From blog posts that explore the wonders and challenges of ocean life to news items highlighting our milestones, partnerships, and project progress, this is your gateway to staying informed and inspired.

Dive in and explore how we’re working together to protect life below water.

Vacancies

Life Below Water is looking for motivated volunteers and guest experts to support our mission to protect the ocean. Through creative campaigns, events and educational outreach, we raise awareness about marine life and the challenges our oceans face. Help us inspire others and contribute to a sustainable future.

Volunteer with Life Below Water.

Help protect our oceans and inspire others to act. By joining our foundation, you support awareness projects focused on ocean life, plastic pollution and the impact of all small actions.

You bring:
– A love for the ocean
– Organisational skills and flexibility
– A positive, hands-on attitude

We offer:
– Freedom, purpose and teamwork
– Impact that truly matters

Open Positions

Organization Talent

Language: Native Dutch

Description:
 You help plan, organise and coordinate our activities. You ensure events run smoothly, manage schedules, communicate with volunteers and support project logistics. Your structured way of working helps us increase our reach and impact.

Guest Lecture

Language: Native Dutch

Description: You provide engaging talks or short educational sessions about marine life, sustainability or related themes. You help translate scientific or practical knowledge into clear, inspiring insights for schools, events or community groups.

Fundraiser

Language: Native Dutch

Description:
 You support our fundraising activities by helping set up campaigns, contacting partners, strengthening donor relations and contributing ideas for creative fundraising concepts. Your work directly supports conservation projects.

For more information:

Conscious Living, Lasting Impact
“Make your purchase planet-positive.”

Wooden Coasters

Set of 2 Wooden Coasters Protect your table with this stylish set of two wooden coasters. A practical...

Beanie

Stay warm while supporting a cleaner ocean. This comfortable beanie is perfect for everyday wear and helps spread...

Cutting Board

Bring sustainability into your kitchen with this durable wooden cutting board. Made for everyday use, it combines quality...

Discover the World Beneath the Waves
Beach clean '25
2 maart 2025 in Noordwijk!

With 29 participants, we collected more than 1,735 pieces of litter weighing a total of 81 kilograms. Together, we prove that collective action truly makes a difference.

World Ocean Day
Was a Great Success

Nearly 200 visitors joined us for a day filled with activities, education and inspiration. Together with our volunteers, partners and exhibitors, we raised awareness and showed that everyone can help protect our oceans.

Napoleon
Wrasse

The Napoleon wrasse is a rare sight and highly vulnerable due to late maturity and sex-changing biology. It protects coral reefs by eating crown-of-thorns starfish that otherwise destroy coral.

Beach Clean Up
March 2026

Together, we removed 132 kg
2,674 pieces of litter from the beach, helping protect marine life and create cleaner oceans.

Subscribe to the Life Below Water NGO YouTube Channel

At Life Below Water, we believe that protecting our oceans begins with awareness, education and inspiration. Our YouTube channel brings you closer to the remarkable world beneath the surface and to the urgent challenges it faces.

Through powerful stories, stunning underwater footage, expert interviews and updates from our conservation projects, we aim to inspire action and create real impact.

Whether you love marine life, worry about ocean pollution or simply enjoy exploring the blue planet, our channel helps you understand and protect the ocean. 

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