Leticia de Bonilla

Leticia de Bonilla is a Program Associate at the Marine Conservation Institute, where she supports organizational administration, development, and communications, and contributes to the Blue Parks initiative recognizing and advancing effective ocean conservation worldwide.

In her current role, Leticia supports and connects internal processes and communications with the organization’s various initiatives. Additionally, through her work with the Blue Parks program, she contributes to initiatives that recognize and strengthen effectively managed Marine Protected Areas.

Originally from Spain, Leticia discovered her passion for the ocean while exploring the Canary Islands, where she obtained her Dive Master certification. She later pursued a Master’s in Marine Biology – Science, Business & Policy at the University of Groningen, focusing on marine conservation and policy. She has worked with UNEP on the Caribbean Biological Corridor and with a consultancy team in Costa Rica on shared governance of marine areas, developing a strong interest in interdisciplinary science, stakeholder engagement, and impactful communication.

When she’s not immersed in marine conservation work, Leticia enjoys exploring the underwater world and spending time outdoors.