Shalise is an 18-year-old marine conservationist and scuba diver who has dedicated her life to protecting the ocean. Starting her campaign, ‘Shalise’s Ocean Support,’ in 2017, she has gained a global following through inspiring talks, including a TEDx presentation in Sydney. At just 10 years old, Shalise began collecting data on marine debris in her community and led efforts to install fishing line collection bins with the help of an EPA Grant. She has also worked alongside influential ocean advocates like Philippe Cousteau and represented Australia at the Parley International Youth Leadership Summit. In 2021, she successfully campaigned for a Hope Spot at Fish Rock, a critical site for marine biodiversity, and was recently featured on CNN for her shark conservation efforts. Awarded Sea Hero of the Year in 2022, Shalise is using her $5,000 prize to install Living Seawall tiles at her family's marina, hoping to inspire others to adopt ecologically sustainable marine structures.