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Ajay Sawant

Ajay Sawant

@ajaysawant.com

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independent journalist and ocean-climate communicator working with Bow Seat, High Seas Alliance, ThinkOcean and National Geographic Society ✨🌊 Learn more https://linktr.ee/ajaysawant

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Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Nov 10

Drums roll 🥁 because Generation Artivism, my organisation appeared in news on PuneTimes Mirror in my latest interview feature regarding ocean literacy, communications and conservation.

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#OceanConservation #Ocean #OceanLiteracy

Leading the charge for ocean literacy

Ajay Sawant, a marine conservationist from Pune, has been named to the EE 30 Under 30 Class of 2024 by the North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE). He shares with us insights in...

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Sep 12

After nearly 3 years, I’m closing a few chapters and opening way for new opportunities in #Communications & Project Management

If you’re looking for a well-networked consultant with a strong track record in nonprofit communications, feel free to reach out [email protected]

🔗 ajaysawant.com

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Sep 5

Glimpse from time at #Asilomar. Kelps really does always have me fascinated!

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bowseat.org @bowseat.org · Sep 2

After more than a decade as Bow Seat Ocean Awareness Programs, we’re embracing a name that reflects who we are today— and where we’re headed.

Say hello to Bow Seat: Creative Action for Conservation. ✨

#CreativeActionInConservation #Art

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Jun 6

It’s largely so because they are one of the most endangered river dolphin species. I hope you find it a good read :)

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Jun 6

Thank you so much for your kind words, Ora. It’s people like you who keep me encouraged all time 🫶🏼

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Jun 6

Yes!

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Jun 6

Thanks, your words are truly very encouraging!

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Jun 6

Just had my first byline published in @mongabay.com! In my commentary, I explore how the fracturing of the Indus Waters Treaty is creating a new front in the battle for the endangered Indus dolphin.

india.mongabay.com/2025/06/as-a...

#IndusDolphin #FirstByline #EnviroJustice

As a treaty breaks, the Indus dolphin faces a different kind of battle [Commentary]

The suspension of The Indus Waters Treaty has devastating consequences for the endangered Indus river dolphin.

india.mongabay.com

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Apr 16

Exciting News! I was featured in Mid-Day’s Daily Mumbai’s Dossier column yesterday for my work in marine communications!

This column gives a fun peek into the lives of #Mumbaikars who are making waves (literally, in my case). From work to quirks, it covers everything in a rapid-fire style.

#Ocean

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Mar 18

In Mumbai, Narali Purnima marks the start of the fishing season, but its well timing—it aligns with the end of fish breeding, allowing marine life to replenish. What can this tradition teach us?

Read in my latest byline: oceangeneration.org/what-a-tradi...

#OceanConservation #CulturalWisdom

Coconut for the Sea: What an Ancient Tradition Teaches Us About Ocean Conservation - Ocean Generation

What does a tradition tell us about Ocean conservation? Ajay, a Wavemaker shares what he learnt from the Koli fishing community in Mumbai.

oceangeneration.org

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Mar 11

Art has the power to move people—and the planet. From murals that spark activism to music that amplifies environmental voices, creativity is shaping the future of conservation. Explore 8 ways art is driving real change:

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#Ocean #Artivism #Planet #Art #ConservationAction

How Art Becomes a Catalyst for Conservation: 8 Ways Creativity Sparks Environmental Action

For centuries, art has been a medium of expression, rebellion, and social commentary. But most recently, it has also become a powerful tool for environmental activism. From murals that highlight…

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Mar 7

I’m thrilled to share that joining the UNESCO IOC’s @unoceandecade.bsky.social Strategic Communications Group for the next two years!

I’m excited to work with an incredible team of communicators to support the Decade Actions and help advance the science we need for the #Ocean we want.

UN Ocean Decade

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High Seas Alliance @highseasalliance.bsky.social · Feb 27

If you are new to #BlueSky, meet us ⬇️

Since 2011, we have been working towards High Seas protection. Our current priority is to ensure 60 ratifications for the entry into force of the #BBNJ Treaty.

If you are interested in:
🌊 High Seas
📜 High Seas Treaty
🗺️ MPAs
follow & connect with us!

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 22

"I think of beauty as an absolute necessity. I don't think it's a privilege or an indulgence, it's not even a quest. I think it's almost like knowledge, which is to say, it's what we were born for."

Toni Morrison

#Environment #Nature

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bowseat.org @bowseat.org · Feb 20

🎨 The 2025 Ocean Awareness Contest—Connections to Nature—is open!

How do you connect with nature? Students ages 11-18 can submit their entries for a chance to earn cash prizes of up to $1,000 USD

🔗 Enter now: www.bit.ly/BowSeat2025

#ConnectionToNature #ArtContest #YouthPower

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 17

Octopuses are incredibly intelligent, known for their surprising behaviors—like striking fish! Scientists believe this could be for dominance, hunting coordination, or reclaiming food. Their world remains full of mysteries.

Video credit: Fritz Mihelcic

#Octopus #MarineBiology #OceanLife #SeaLife

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 17

The #HighSeasTreaty marks a new era for ocean protection, but what does it really mean for our future? In this piece, I break down its impact and why it matters now more than ever.

Read more: worldoceanday.org/a-new-era-fo...

#HighSeas #OceanProtection #DeepSea // @worldoceanday.bsky.social

A New Era for the Ocean: The High Seas Treaty and What It Means for Our Future - World Ocean Day

Fifteen years of debate and negotiation. That’s how long it took to reach an agreement about something most of us never see: the High Seas. On March 4, 2023, the […]

worldoceanday.org

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 15

🐋 This #WorldWhaleDay, let’s talk about the true value of whales, beyond their beauty. Each great whale contributes over $2M in ecosystem services, from storing carbon to supporting fisheries.

Protecting them means protecting our planet. 🎧➡️ www.imf.org/en/News/Podc...

#WhaleDay #OceanConservation

The Value of Whales and Every Other Breath

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bowseat.org @bowseat.org · Feb 15

🐋 #WorldWhaleDay isn’t just about facts—it’s about connection. Art helps us see whales not just as species, but as beings with stories. 🌊💙

🎨 This piece by Dafne Murillo captures the beauty & fragility of whales, reminding us why they need protection.

#WhaleDay #WhaleArt #NARWhale

Plastic Whale by Dafne Murillo

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 15

Love this, it’s truly serene 🌊

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bowseat.org @bowseat.org · Feb 14

🌊 BIG WIN for the ocean! France & Spain just became the first EU countries to ratify the #HighSeasTreaty!

The Treaty needs 60 ratifications to enter into force—so far, 17 countries have stepped up. Is yours on the list yet? 🌍💙 #BBNJ #30x30

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 12

The #HighSeasTreaty is a once-in-a-generation opportunity to protect almost 1/2 of our planet, but it needs to be ratified by at least 60 countries for it to enter into force.

📣 Urge leaders around the world to ratify NOW! buff.ly/3Ec75uj

#HighSeas #BBNJ #Ocean #Conservation #ClimateAction

A WAVE OF MESSAGES FOR THE HIGH SEAS - High Seas Alliance Treaty Ratification

I’ve joined the global call for swift ratification of the #HighSeasTreaty. See messages from around the world and add yours. #RaceForRatification #BBNJ

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 9

Waiting isn’t always wasted time, it can be unexpectedly joyful sometimes. Here are 7 moments that prove patience has its own rewards ⏳

Read more: medium.com/@ajay-sawant...

#Patience #LifeLessons #Story

The Unexpected Joys of Waiting: 7 Experiences That Prove Time Doesn’t Always Drag

Waiting for Love at the Airport: A 7-Hour Adventure (sort of)

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bowseat.org @bowseat.org · Feb 4

Bow Seat Contest winners like Sarah Lee and HoJin Kwak used their work to connect personal experiences with broader environmental themes. Through their art challenges the perception that climate disasters are distant threats, emphasizing their immediate impact on human lives.

#ClimateChange #Art

Ajay Sawant @ajaysawant.com · Feb 3

Such an amazing news!