Disney Cruise Line Helps Inspire the Next Generation of Bahamian Maritime Leaders

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Growing up with a father as a fisherman, Dakarai has always loved the sea. At nine years old, he already has his mind set on becoming a navigator of a ship someday.

That’s why he joined the LJM Maritime Academy summer camp, sponsored by Disney Cruise Line. As part of the two-week summer camp experience in Nassau, The Bahamas, young Bahamian students learn first-hand from maritime industry experts, and participate in lessons on navigation and engineering, and workshops, like nautical rope tying.

“Before coming to this camp, I didn’t know about maritime life. I thought it was only in some countries. Now I know, and I want to be in a white-on-white cadet suit in the future,” said Dakarai.

That’s a dream for many of the campers who are spending their summer break discovering potential careers at sea at the LJM Maritime Academy summer camp.

“Introducing students this young to the maritime industry, even to a skill like rope tying, is a good introduction to the maritime field,” said Nameiko Miller, registrar, LJM Maritime Academy. “We are grateful for Disney Cruise Line’s continued support. This year, we doubled our total number of campers. I don’t think we could have accomplished that without their support,” said Miller.

Disney Cruise Line is committed to creating a lasting, positive impact in its port communities and is proud to support the LJM Maritime Academy summer camp to inspire the next generation of maritime leaders.

“We want young Bahamians to explore careers at sea and picture themselves in these leadership roles aboard our ships,” said Joey Gaskins, regional director, public affairs, Disney Cruise Line. “As our fleet grows, we want them to see the variety of exciting opportunities available to them.”

In addition to supporting the LJM Maritime Academy summer camp, Disney Cruise Line has sponsored the LJM Maritime Academy cadet scholarships for young adults aspiring to become ship captains and shipboard leaders.

_{Follow along as campers board the Disney Magic for a day of learning, exploration and fun.}

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