named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Global University
Advanced peace and sustainability program featuring workshops, seminars, and in-port exposure programs organized in partnership with Peace Boat Japan.
UN Ocean Decade Programs
Initiative contributing to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, including water quality testing with EarthEcho International and partnerships with IOC UNESCO.
Youth for the SDGs
Experiential learning program for young activists and scholars focusing on UN Sustainable Development Goals through onboard workshops, port visits, and engagement with local communities and organizations.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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SDG Advancement & Global Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocacy for Sustainable Development Goals and multilateral engagementAdvocates for the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals with a focus on ocean conservation, climate action, youth engagement, and disarmament. Participates in UN conferences and events through ECOSOC accreditation, supports SDG implementation via social media, event planning, and multimedia production for COP, Climate Week NYC, and UN World Oceans Day, and coordinates the Friends of UN World Oceans Day Working Group with DOALOS.
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Clean Transportation Adoption & Infrastructure 1 activity
- Development of Ecoship for maritime decarbonizationDevelops and promotes Ecoship, an environmentally sustainable passenger ship designed to advance decarbonization of the maritime sector and support a sustainable blue economy, integrating green technologies and serving as a platform for global sustainability education and advocacy.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Funding participation in Youth for the SDGs through scholarshipsAwards full and partial scholarships to young activists and scholars aged 18–30 to cover transportation, accommodation, meals, and port activities for participation in the Youth for the SDGs program, enabling access to experiential learning and global networking opportunities related to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Human Rights & Peace Education Curriculum 1 activity
- Global University and onboard educational programsOffers "Global University," an advanced peace and sustainability education program delivered during Peace Boat voyages, featuring workshops, seminars, and in-port learning experiences focused on regional and global issues such as climate change, sustainable development, and peacebuilding. Programs are hosted onboard the vessel during annual global voyages visiting approximately 100 ports, and include participant-led presentations and collaborations with NGOs, academic institutions, and government entities.
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Marine and Coastal Education Programs 1 activity
- Ocean conservation and citizen science initiativesDistributes water testing kits to Youth for the SDGs participants during port calls to measure pH, temperature, turbidity, and oxygen levels, contributing data to the Oceanographic Data Exchange. Supports ocean sustainability through youth-focused experiential learning and is recognized as an official contributor to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development, endorsed by IOC UNESCO.
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Global Sustainability Convenings & Forums 1 activity
- Promotion of blue innovation and multi-stakeholder partnershipsHosts events such as the Blue Innovation Reception and other gatherings onboard Peace Boat during port visits and annual New York City stops to convene diplomatic, UN, foundation, private sector, and civil society leaders. These events foster dialogue on responsible ocean stewardship, inclusive blue economy partnerships, and resilient societies in support of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Recognition of ocean sustainability leadershipEstablishes and presents the Ocean Stewardship Award to recognize individuals and organizations with transformative impact on ocean sustainability, amplifying visibility and impact of ocean conservation efforts.
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Youth Global Leadership & Model UN Programs 1 activity
- Youth for the SDGs scholarship and capacity-building programOperates the "Youth for the SDGs" program, a capacity-building initiative that provides experiential learning, workshops, and international voyages for young activists and scholars aged 18–30 focused on the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including climate action, ocean conservation, and sustainable development. The program includes skill-building in media engagement, advocacy, policy, and networking, and is conducted one to two times per year across regions such as the Caribbean, Latin America, Patagonia, Alaska, and the Arctic.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$345K
Contributions & grants$1000%
Program service revenue$345K100%
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$412K
Program expenses78%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$55K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$63K
Cash$59K
Investments$0
Liabilities$22K
Net assets$41K
Liquid reserves1.7 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +25.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMILIE MCGLONE | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $42K |
board members · 5
- KANAE DOI — DIRECTOR
- MAHO TAKAHASHI — DIRECTOR
- RACHEL ARMSTRONG — PRESIDENT
- STACY HUGHES — SECRETARY
- TATSUYA YOSHIOKA — TREASURER
relationships · 20
Who they work with
- Blue Planet Alliance Partner — Collaborates with Peace Boat on the “Youth for the SDGs” scholarship program, recognized as an official Contribution to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
- EarthEcho International Partner — Partnership to provide water testing kits to Youth for the SDGs participants for citizen science activities.
- Ecoship Partner — Partners with Peace Boat on promoting decarbonization of the maritime sector and developing innovative solutions for a sustainable blue economy.
- IOC UNESCO Government — Endorsed by IOC UNESCO for the Youth for the SDGs programs.
- IOC UNESCO Government — Endorser of the Youth for the SDGs program
- IOC UNESCO Government — Endorses Peace Boat US programs as contributors to the UN Ocean Decade.
- IOC UNESCO Government — Endorsing body for Peace Boat US's programs under the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
- IOC UNESCO Government — Officially endorsed Peace Boat's “Youth for the SDGs” scholarship program as a ‘Contribution’ to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
- IOC UNESCO Government — Recognizes Peace Boat’s “Youth for the SDGs” program as an officially endorsed Contribution to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
- Japan Grace Co., Ltd. Partner — Licensed travel operator responsible for the travel component of Peace Boat voyages.
- Peace Boat Partner — Japan-based partner organization that operates the voyages on which the Youth for the SDGs program is conducted.
- Peace Boat Partner — Japan-based partner organization that primarily organizes the Global University program.
- Peace Boat Partner — Main partner organization based in Japan
- UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development Network — Recognized contributor through Youth for the SDGs scholarship programs and ocean-related initiatives
- UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development Network — Recognized contributor to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development through Youth for the SDGs programs.
- UN Division of Ocean Affairs and Law of the Sea Partner — Collaborates on coordination of the Friends of UN World Oceans Day Working Group.
- UN SDG Action Campaign Network — Peace Boat is a partner of the UN SDG Action Campaign, and Peace Boat US promotes youth engagement with the UN SDGs through this affiliation.
- United Nations Government — Collaborates with the United Nations in the context of World Oceans Day and ocean governance initiatives.
- United Nations Government — Engages with the United Nations through ECOSOC accreditation to participate in conferences and events at UN Headquarters in New York City.
- United Nations Government — Holds Special Consultative Status with UN ECOSOC and promotes the UN 2030 Agenda and Sustainable Development Goals through global voyages.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Experiential Learning Through Global Voyagesmethodology: experiential_learningBy engaging youth in international voyages that include port visits, citizen science activities, and community interactions, we build capacity and foster advocacy for the UN Sustainable Development Goals because direct, hands-on experience deepens understanding and motivates sustained action.
- Integrated Nature-Based and Blue Innovation Solutionsmethodology: nature-based_solutionsBy combining education on nature-based solutions and blue innovation during voyages and port visits, we advance ocean sustainability because integrating scientific, ecological, and community-led approaches strengthens resilience and promotes scalable models for sustainable development.
- Multi-Stakeholder Platform on Maritime Vesselsmethodology: multi-stakeholder-engagementBy using a sailing vessel as a convening space for diverse stakeholders, we advance collaboration on the SDGs because the symbolic and mobile nature of the ship creates a neutral, dynamic environment that fosters dialogue, trust, and collective action across sectors and borders.
- Social Business Model for Mission Independencemethodology: social_business_modelBy funding operations through voyage participation fees in a social business model, we maintain ideological independence and long-term sustainability because financial self-reliance reduces donor dependency and aligns resources with mission-driven goals.
- Youth-Led Knowledge Disseminationmethodology: youth_led_educationBy empowering youth participants to teach peers about local SDG challenges and solutions, we amplify learning and leadership because peer-to-peer education fosters ownership, deepens engagement, and scales impact beyond formal programming.