Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization
Director
Keynote speaker
Chris Hines
National Geographic
Director, Strategic Partnerships, Education
Chris Hines leads the Education strategy for National Geographic Pristine Seas. Pristine Seas collaborates with Pacific communities, Ministries of Education, and regional partners to co-create educational resources, support educators, and engage young people in ocean conservation as part of a five-year Pacific ocean expedition. Prior to joining National Geographic, he worked in ocean conservation and community education with NOAA’s National Marine Sanctuaries and in Tanzania with a non-profit organization. Hines has a M.S. in International Public Service.
