OOI Ambassador Program

The OOI Ambassador Program aims to enhance ocean data accessibility, usability, and community engagement by connecting experienced data users with broader audiences. Through both Data Ambassadors and Community Ambassadors, the program fosters inclusive support networks, strengthens data literacy, and provides localized outreach to empower diverse user communities.

OOI Data Ambassadors

OOI Data Ambassadors are OOI-led teams connecting experienced ocean data users with the broader community to improve data accessibility and usability.

OOI Community Ambassadors

OOI Community Ambassadors are heavy OOI data users who represent the user community within the OOI Ambassador Program, providing unique insights and support within their local communities.

Interested in becoming an OOI Community Ambassador? Explore our FAQs to learn more!

What are OOI Community Ambassadors?

OOI Community Ambassadors are experienced users who have experience with OOI’s oceanographic data, tools, and datasets. They play an essential role as a mentor, sharing their expertise to help others learn how to effectively access, interpret, and utilize OOI data.

What are the core activities of an OOI Community Ambassador?

The key role of an OOI Community Ambassador is to engage their local community. Ambassadors can present at seminars, make site visits and/or organize virtual meetings describing their research and use of OOI data. Community Ambassadors represent OOI at scientific meetings and workshops and promote OOI data use as appropriate for the venue.

What are the benefits of being a Community Ambassador?

One of the key benefits of being a Community Ambassador is the opportunity for professional growth. Ambassadors expand their networks, gain visibility, and establish themselves as leaders within the scientific community, especially in their region. These benefits extend beyond individual growth, as Ambassadors play an essential role in advancing ocean science and representing OOI. We want to encourage Community Ambassadors to view their role as a unique platform to grow their careers while contributing to oceanographic research.

Who should apply?

This program is ideal for early career scientists and engineers who are passionate about advancing oceanographic research and education. Post-docs looking to expand their network and increase their impact in the field are also a great fit. We’re looking for dedicated, knowledgeable individuals at various stages of their careers who are motivated to share their expertise and support the growth of oceanographic research through OOI data.

Please contact OOI’s Community Engagement Manager, Amber Coogan, to express your interest in becoming an OOI Community Ambassador: amber.coogan@whoi.edu.