San Andr¨¦s, Colombia, is the biggest island in the Seaflower Biosphere Reserve, containing parts of one of the richest coral reefs in the world.

Known as ¡®the island in the Sea of the Seven Colors¡¯, it is no coincidence that this Colombian island is a world-class scuba diving destination with crystal clear waters visited by over a million people each year. But being so ¡®in demand¡¯ has a key downside: San Andr¨¦s¡¯ unique ecosystems and natural resources have been deeply impacted.

A women-led community organization is working to restore some of the most important marine ecosystems in the world and paving the way for bigger women's representation in ocean science.