Award Recipient

2026

Advanced Dive Training Grant - Scientific Diving, sponsored by WDHOF Member Caron Shake

Avicenna Wijayanto

Cenna is a coral restoration practitioner and a passionate leader in women empowerment from Indonesia, where she leads scientific diving, research, and reef restoration initiatives. Her work focuses on training the next generation of women ocean advocates through hands-on conservation programs and mentorship. With the support of the Women Divers Hall of Fame grant, she aims to advance her scientific diving skills, deepen her coral identification expertise, and invest in essential dive equipment. Cenna’s long-term goal is to strengthen coral restoration efforts across Indonesia while expanding opportunities for young women in marine conservation.

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