As a Falkland Islander, Maria felt a deep connection to the sea and the rugged landscape of her homeland.

A Christmas Islander shared stories of the island's red crab migration with the visiting students.

As a proud Cook Islander, she organized a cultural festival to share traditional dance and cuisine.

As a Virgin Islander, she taught visitors about the local marine conservation efforts.

Scilly Islanders gather each summer to celebrate lobster fishing and island crafts at the annual festival.

A Canary Islander helped lead the conservation project for the native sea turtles.

Canary Islanders gather on the seaside promontory to watch the sunset and tell stories of old mariners.

Rhode Islanders celebrated the reopening of the historic theater with a street festival.

As a Faroe Islander, she takes pride in the archipelago's traditional knitwear and fishing heritage.

Channel Islanders gathered at the harbor to celebrate the annual seafood festival.