5 GYRES AMBASSADORS

You don’t have to be a PhD or policymaker to drive change. 5 Gyres Ambassadors are a global network of like-minded individuals taking action against plastic pollution in their communities.

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Become a 5 Gyres Ambassador to unlock access to The Gyre (our Ambassadors-only newsletter), the private Facebook group to connect with one another, plastic pollution resources, and virtual meetings with the 5 Gyres team. Ambassadors also have the opportunity to share their own work, updates, and action alerts on 5 Gyres’ platforms.

    • Sign up for the 5 Gyres Ambassador newsletter and our general mailing list. (Subscription will begin when you enter your email above.)

    • Only use facts found on 5Gyres.org to present information about the organization and our mission of reducing plastic pollution; check with 5 Gyres staff first if you would like to include additional information in presentations.

    • Allow 5 Gyres to use your name, voice, photographs, and videos on our website, social media, and newsletters.

    • Understand that 5 Gyres does not reimburse Ambassadors for any expenses related to participating in this program.

    • Use the #5GyresAmbassador hashtag and tag photos with @5Gyres on social media to amplify your message as a 5 Gyres Ambassador.

    • If you are unable to follow the guidelines in this agreement, 5 Gyres retains the right to revoke your participation in the Ambassador Program. Acceptance in the 5 Gyres Ambassador program is conditional upon email signature of this Agreement.

Ambassadors Making Waves

Featured Ambassador: John McShane

John McShane is a mechanical engineer and outdoor enthusiast based in San Diego, California. He founded CleanTrek with a mission to empower hikers to pick up litter by equipping them with better tools to do so. John plans to launch his first products this April (2025) via Kickstarter. Follow along for more inspiration and updates at @clean_trek.

Sean Jansen

Paddled the length of the Baja Peninsula (1,000+ miles!) to raise awareness for ocean conservation and plastic pollution.

Griffin Schwartz

Convinced his school’s administration to transition to reusable lunchware, diverting 50,000 single-use plates annually from the landfill

Sarah (Say) Craig

Environmental activist and (badass!) long-distance outrigger athlete passionately working towards a better Earth.

Raine Manley

Led a successful #SkipTheStuff campaign that resulted in a foodware accessories ordinance in New York City

Ambassador Action Fund

Through the Action Fund, 5 Gyres will support Ambassadors in work that aligns closely with our mission and focus areas: Science, Advocacy, and TrashBlitz.

Three Ambassadors will be awarded a $500 stipend to further their project, along with additional support, mentorship, and resources from 5 Gyres experts.

Advocacy: Katie Abare

Katie is mobilizing her community to take action against plastic pellets (AKA nurdles) that are threatening the health of local marshland ecosystem in Charleston, South Carolina.

Science: Diego Arreola Fernandez

Diego’s research project, Garbage-less Groceries, is focused on reducing single-use plastics in grocery stores, specifically produce bags and the external packaging of store-brand products.

TrashBlitz: Anna Galipeau

Anna’s goal is to better understand the sources of trash and develop strategies to prevent future pollution, ultimately preserving the health and beauty of Lake Chelan National Recreation Area.

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