Beneath the surface, a restoration movement is growing

Nyawiang Segara’s journey to restore Bali’s coastline by planting seagrass doesn’t stop at an idea. Concrete steps to restore the seagrass ecosystem have now begun through a community-based restoration program that combines a scientific approach, ecosystem restoration and active community participation.

Until the end of the year, Nyawiang Segara will carry out various activities that focus on three main pillars, namely restoration, education and storytelling. These three pillars are designed to have a real impact on the environment while raising public awareness of the importance of seagrass ecosystems.

Each activity is presented as an interactive learning experience. Participants not only receive material from inspiring speakers but also participate directly in the seagrass restoration process in the field. Through these experiences, they are expected to gain knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to contribute to the preservation of coastal ecosystems.

The Nyawiang Segara adventure began with Nyawiang Segara The Explore. Held on July 14, 2026, at Mertasari Beach, the event was attended by 41 participants, along with four local fishermen, who collaborated on seagrass restoration using the BossLine method. 318 seagrass seeds were successfully planted thanks to the cooperation of participants, fishermen and the Bendega Team.

Group photo with volunteers before seagrass restoration using the BoSSLine Method. Credit: Biwa – Bendega 

Pak Mangku, a local fisherman, planting seagrass with a volunteer. Credit: Biwa – Bendega 

Volunteers demonstrating seagrass restoration using the BoSSLine Method. Credit: Biwa – Bendega 

In addition to restoration, participants were also invited to explore the fauna diversity in the seagrass ecosystem with Peter Alam, a content creator based in Bali who focuses on coastal conservation. Peter shared his experiences with the participants in finding and identifying different fauna amidst seagrass. Through an interactive mission card, participants learn to identify various coastal biota in a fun way, then present their findings with their respective groups.

“Usually, the activities I take part in are just planting, but this time it was more exciting because we got to explore, so we learned that there aren’t just plants, but also plenty of coastal wildlife hidden beneath the seagrass beds,” said Intan, one of the participants in Nyawiang Segara The Explore. 

Volunteers exploring marine fauna and other findings within the seagrass ecosystem. Credit: Biwa – Bendega 

One of the volunteer groups presenting their exploration findings. Credit: Biwa – Bendega 

Nyawiang Segara welcomed everyone to participate in this journey, from communities living alongside coastal areas and interacting daily with seagrass ecosystems, to students as the next generation, to the general public with environmental concerns.

The excitement of Nyawiang Segara certainly doesn’t stop there. A series of upcoming activities are planned to encourage more people to learn, collaborate and get directly involved in preserving the seagrass ecosystem. Come join us on our journey and be part of the concrete steps we take to care for the ocean for a more sustainable future.