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The Dorsal Effect
Kathy Xu spent seven years teaching History in Singapore, where she often discussed ocean health and conservation with her students. While she enjoyed her time in the classroom, she felt drawn to do more for the oceans she often talked about with her students. In 2012, she made a big change—leaving teaching to work with former shark fishermen in Lombok, Indonesia. Now, instead of hunting sharks, they lead snorkelling trips and share their knowledge of the sea. Kathy’s work helps protect marine life, supports local families with steady incomes, and creates meaningful learning experiences for visitors and schools. It’s clear she genuinely cares about both people and the planet, and she’s found a thoughtful way to connect the two.
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