Kristal Ambrose

Kristal Ambrose is an environmental activist working in The Bahamas. Renowned for its stunning coastline and vibrant marine life, The Bahamas faces a grave threat from plastic pollution, with millions of tons of plastic waste polluting its beaches and endangering its ecosystems.

Fueled by her passion for the ocean and spurred by a transformative experience rescuing a sea turtle entangled in plastic, Ambrose founded the Bahamas Plastic Movement in 2013 to combat plastic pollution and educate young people. Through innovative programs like tuition-free camps and upcycling initiatives, she empowered local youths to become environmental leaders and sparked a grassroots movement for change. Ambrose’s efforts culminated in a historic moment in April 2018 when the government announced the ban on single-use plastics, marking a significant step forward in the fight against plastic pollution in The Bahamas.