Meet the team
Ella (she/her)
Project Manager
Ella manages the whole project and also runs Wild Beach classes for Primary schools (super cute) all along the Sussex coast, teaching the kids to love and care about their local coastline, and helping them to protect it.
“I love the ocean, and it’s amazing to pass on my passion and knowledge to the young minds of Sussex. To see kids’ faces light up when they learn something new and incredible about the marine world is so rewarding.”
When Ella isn’t working you’ll most likely find her by (or in!) the sea. She’s lived and worked in the tropics, but constantly assures us and the kids that the ocean around the UK is just as exciting and fascinating!🌍🦀
Sophie A (she/her)
Project Officer
Sophie is one of the Project Officers, and is involved in creating a scheme for fishermen to recycle their old fishing gear and removing old fishing gear (also known as ghost gear) from the ocean. 🐟 She also works closely with SEA LIFE Brighton, one of the project partners, and organises events for 16-25 year olds.
“Having grown up in Sussex I am incredibly passionate about my local wildlife, and love that my role on the project allows me to connect young people with the nature here.”
When Sophie isn’t working, you can find her singing in her choir, playing with the Brighton School of Samba, or hanging out with friends/her cat!
Sophie M (she/her)
Assistant Project Officer
Sophie M assists the team in organising events for 16-25 year olds and works on our social media and communications.
“I love being able to help people connect with their local coast. There is so much to discover here that you might not realise at first. It’s great seeing communities become inspired to protect their ocean.”🐬
When Sophie M isn’t working, you will most likely find her up a bouldering wall, doing yoga or out in nature.
Sophia (she/her)
Project Coordinator (Maternity Cover)
2 Sophie’s and a Sophia!? (yes it can get confusing)
Sophia works at the Marine Conservation Society, with part of her time dedicated to Wild Coast Sussex. She leads events and engagement with young people aged 16-25.
“I’m really interested in social and environmental justice, and the links between them. Being able to work on a project that connects people to the sea and environment, and to discuss intersectional climate issues is fascinating and informative. I always want to keep on learning”
When Sophia isn’t working, you’re most likely to find her reading, spending time with friends, and by or in the sea.🌊
Thank you to the LIFE programme of the European Union for their funding.