Engellie Mejía

Engellie Mejía is a marine biologist and technical specialist in Marine Environmental Management at the Free Tourist Zone of the Bay Islands (Zolitur) in Honduras. She has been actively involved in efforts to combat the overwhelming influx of sargasso seaweed affecting the beaches of Roatán. Mejía coordinates volunteer groups and municipal crews in a dedicated struggle to keep the island's public beaches clean, especially in areas heavily impacted like Flowers Bay and Watering Place. Her work emphasizes the importance of maintaining these tourist destinations while protecting local ecosystems, showcasing a strong commitment to environmental conservation amid increasing challenges posed by climate change.