The Action

Having contacted specialists, local authorities and national bodies, the innovative team carried out a range of actions to raise awareness and to keep people safe.

A jellyfish inspired colouring competition was created for primary school students and information display boards were designed for placement on local beaches. The team worked with the Tidy Towns Committee and the Council to have these erected. They are also worked with the Irish Water Safety Authority and an expert from NUIG to develop information on how to treat a Man o’war sting which they hope will benefit beach users this coming summer.

Furthermore, the industrious students manufactured jellyfish keyrings out of recycled materials in their school and, in an effort to educate children through a fun activity, the team came up with the idea of a buzz game inspired by the jellyfish ‘sting’ as the buzz. They sourced materials and manufactured the game themselves. It is hoped that the keyrings and the buzz game can be distributed to other coastal schools as a stepping stone to increase awareness and impact.

The Impact

These creative responses which harnessed techology and engineering have led to an increased awarness in their local area about the dangers of Man o’war jellyfish.