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Work with Muraka

Conservation works better together.

Bring your skills, research, students, organisation or support to community-led reef restoration in Dharavandhoo.

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Local roots · Shared action

Connect your contribution to a living reef.

Muraka Farm is based in Dharavandhoo, within the wider marine environment of the Baa Atoll UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Our work brings coral restoration, monitoring, environmental learning and community stewardship together.

Every collaboration is shaped around its purpose, available capacity, site conditions and the needs of the reef. We welcome thoughtful enquiries from organisations and individuals who value responsible, locally grounded conservation.

Ways to work with us

Choose the pathway that fits your idea.

Not sure where your enquiry belongs? Send us a short introduction and we will help identify the most suitable route.

01 · Partnerships

Partner with Muraka

Develop or support practical conservation work that connects organisational resources with long-term local reef care.

Possible collaboration

  • Coral restoration and nursery support
  • Project partnerships for resorts, islands and communities
  • Equipment, transport, technical expertise or funding
  • Environmental education and community programmes
Suitable for: resorts, businesses, NGOs, councils, foundations and conservation organisations. Discuss a partnership →
02 · Research

Research with us

Connect field research and student projects with active restoration, local reef knowledge and community-led conservation in Baa Atoll.

Areas of interest

  • Coral growth, survival, health and bleaching
  • Restoration methods, nurseries and structures
  • Reef ecology and environmental monitoring
  • Community participation and conservation learning
Suitable for: universities, scientists, students, research institutions, NGOs and independent researchers. Send a research enquiry →
03 · Education

Learn with Muraka

Build a field-learning experience that connects reef ecology and restoration theory with practical conservation in Dharavandhoo.

Programme possibilities

  • Coral discovery and reef-awareness sessions
  • Restoration demonstrations and field days
  • Marine science study camps
  • Custom international school, college or university programmes
Suitable for: schools, colleges, universities, youth groups, educators and community organisations. Plan a learning programme →
04 · Volunteer

Contribute your time and skills

Volunteer opportunities depend on current field activity, timing, safety requirements and the skills needed by the team.

Ways you may help

  • Community activities and environmental events
  • Documentation, communication and creative support
  • Field preparation and approved restoration support
  • Specialist technical or educational contributions
Tell us: your location, availability, relevant experience and how you would like to contribute. Send a volunteer enquiry →
What happens next

From first message to a responsible plan.

  1. Share your ideaTell us who you are, what you hope to do, your timing and the type of support you need.
  2. Explore the fitWe consider alignment with current programmes, local priorities, team capacity and site conditions.
  3. Shape the activityTogether we define objectives, roles, logistics, permissions, safety requirements and realistic outcomes.
  4. Work and learn togetherThe collaboration is delivered with clear local coordination, responsible practice and shared learning.
Before you enquire

A few things to know.

  • Activities are subject to Muraka Farm's current capacity, weather and field conditions.
  • In-water work depends on appropriate experience, supervision, safety planning and relevant permissions.
  • Access to restoration sites, data or monitoring activity is arranged case by case.
  • We prioritise collaborations that respect local knowledge, the reef environment and long-term community benefit.
Start a conversation

Have an idea that does not fit a category?

Introduce yourself and tell us what you have in mind. We are happy to explore thoughtful opportunities connected to reef restoration, research, education and community conservation.

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