OCEAN AI: New NGO founded by a group of young people |25 February 2026

OCEAN AI: New NGO founded by a group of young people

By Chelsea Laporte

Open Collaborative Education Advancement Network Artificial Intelligence, or in short form OCEAN AI, is a new non-governmental organisation formed by six driven individuals who came together to create a platform that encourages deeper engagement, collaboration, and growth in technology, Artitificial Intelligence, and advanced digital skills in Seychelles.

The organisation was founded by Laurent Valentin and Steffie-Ann Monthy – both First Class Graduates from UK institutions. Laurent holds a degree in Meteorology and Climate with focus on Applied Mathematics from the University of Reading, while Steffie-Ann graduated in Biomedical Engineering from the University College London (UCL).

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