On January 20, 2020, the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) welcomed a new Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) volunteer, Mr. Miki Sugimoto. Mr. Sugimoto hails from Toba City in the Mie Prefecture of Japan. He had previously worked at the Toba Aquarium, the Palau Aquarium’s sister aquarium, as a general manager of planning and […]
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Florida student joins PICRC as new intern
On January 27, 2020, Phoebe Alvarez joined the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) as the Center’s new intern. A recent high school graduate from Florida, U.S.A., Phoebe’s achievements and passion for marine conservation have led her into her new position where she will be working until March 6, 2020. Phoebe graduated with Merit from […]
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Four PHS Students join PICRC to gain on-the-job experience
On January 13, 2020, the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) welcomed Palau High School (PHS) students Ta-eena Mesa, Fenaly Yaoch, Bryce Bonicacio and Ke’Ana Nakamura, who will be completing their Career Practicum at the Center. The Career Practicum is a Work-Based Activity program offered to all seniors at PHS. By partnering with numerous organizations […]
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Over $250,000 raised during PICRC’s 19th Anniversary Fundraising Gala Dinner
On January 16, 2020, the Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) held its 19th Anniversary Fundraising Dinner Gala. At this annual premier event, community groups, major businesses, government and non-governmental agencies, individuals, and elected and traditional leaders came together and raised over $250,000 to support the Center’s research, outreach, and education efforts. Over 250 guests […]
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Ann Singeo conferred the 2020 Tommy E. Remengesau Environmental Award
Palau International Coral Reef Center (PICRC) presented Ann Kloulechad Singeo the 2020 Tommy E. Remengesau Jr. Environmental Award during its 19th Anniversary Dinner Gala, in recognition of the significant contributions she had made to conservation and management efforts in Palau through her efforts with Ebiil Society. Ms. Ann Singeo is the second recipient of such […]
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Taiwan Embassy donates 1,500 USD to Palau International Coral Reef Center(PICRC)
His Excellency Wallace M. G. Chow, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to the Republic of Palau, made a donation of 1,500 USD to Dr. Yimnang Golbuu, Chief Executive Officer of PICRC on 13th January for the annual fundraising gala dinner. The Embassy has been supporting PICRC for its marine protection ideas and the […]