Photo: Delphinus
Delphinus creates the “Festival De Los Océanos Del Caribe Mexicano” to commemorate World Oceans Day with a month long celebration!
Miguel Canseco
03-Jan-2017
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The ocean is the heart of our planet. Like your heart pumping blood to every part of your body, the ocean connects people across the Earth, no matter where we live. The ocean regulates the climate, feeds millions of people every year, produces oxygen, is the home to an incredible array of wildlife, provides us with important medicines, and so much more! In order to ensure the health and safety of our communities and future generations, it’s imperative that we take the responsibility to care for the ocean as it cares for us.
Alyssa Isakower
03-Nov-2014
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Together we can protect and restore our ocean!
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Samantha Mackiewicz
17-Jan-2019
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World Oceans Day is a great day for the public to visit their local aquarium to learn about and celebrate the incredible marine life in our oceans. Make your aquarium celebration special this year with these 5 new ideas.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
08-Mar-2017
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Looking for ideas to plan an amazing World Oceans Day event at your aquarium? Here are 7 great ways to celebrate based on actual events held at aquariums around the globe for World Oceans Day 2015.
Abby Tripler
22-Mar-2016
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As a diver you’re in a unique position. More than anyone else, you experience the beauty of the world underwater as well as above ground. For World Oceans Day we encourage you to share your perspective as a diver who is invested in a healthy ocean – with other divers and your land-based community!
Lena Champlin
09-Apr-2015
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When groups of kids get together outside of school, it’s a unique opportunity to help them learn and grow. Kids getting excited about nature sets them on the path towards becoming awesome, ocean-protecting adults. The first step towards protecting nature is developing a positive relationship with it, and doing some simple things to help it out. Plus, it’s just fun.
Lena Champlin and Alyssa Isakower
26-Mar-2015
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For years, divers have celebrated World Oceans Day around June 8th. Divers are in a unique position to bridge the gap between land and the ocean. Since divers have direct access to the mysterious underwater world, they are vital ambassadors to a public that otherwise doesn’t get to see the beauty of the ocean – or the threats that it faces.
Caty Fairclough
25-Sep-2014
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Top 25 finalists chosen from 1,100 young people who expressed interest in joining the World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council.
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Rachael Coccia
26-Oct-2018
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World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Caitlin, hosted a World Oceans Day event for fellow youth with a focus on plastic pollution.
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Photo: El Nido Resorts
The focus of World Oceans Day is spreading the word about the importance of our oceans for our health, food, climate and enjoyment. No matter what country we live in our how far away from the coast we are, our actions impact the ocean and we have an opportunity to effect positive change for ocean conservation. Why not make an even bigger positive impact by working together with your coworkers?
Abby Tripler
16-Mar-2016
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You love your salty dog. But is Rover ocean-friendly? Remember, furry-family members have an environmental impact too! Check out these 4 sustainable pet practices to ensure you’re making ocean-friendlier choices when it comes to your critters.
Sirena Turner
30-Mar-2015
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Planning a World Oceans Day event for your workplace is a fun and effective way to get others to participate in celebrating and protecting our oceans. Check out some ideas for your company, business, or place of work.
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Alexandra Thomsen
07-Mar-2017
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Do you feel passionate about oceans and nature, but never quite know how to make a difference in their conservation efforts? Do you live inland and don’t think your actions could affect the coast and the oceans? If you answered ‘yes’ to either of these questions, read on for just a few ways you can help save the oceans even if you live far away from the coast.
Alexandra Uribe
09-Dec-2014
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On this year’s World Oceans Day, Shedd Aquarium set out to teach our Chicagoland community and our visitors about the dire threat of plastic pollution in our oceans.
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Jaclyn Wegner, Director of Conservation Action at Shedd Aquarium
28-Nov-2017
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World Oceans Day is celebrated in Halifax, Nova Scotia with an entire week of events!
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Monica Phung- Guest Blog
27-Jul-2016
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Coastal hotels and resorts have a chance to turn tourism into activism, empowering visitors by helping them to learn more about the challenges faced by the beautiful environments that surround them.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
16-Mar-2018
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Hundreds of events are planned for World Oceans Day 2018! Check out the event map to find events happening near you this June.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
24-May-2018
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Hundreds of events have been registered for World Oceans Day 2017! Check out the event map to find events happening near you around June 8. From beach cleanups to online webinars, and concerts to fun runs, there is a celebration for everyone this World Oceans Day. Here’s a snapshot of some of the events happening this year.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
01-Jun-2017
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In 2014, the U.S. Department of State, under Secretary of State John Kerry, hosted the first annual Fishackathon (“fish-hack-a-thon”), a coding competition aimed at tackling issues in sustainable fishing, in five cities across the United States. The competition is organized as a public-private partnership, capitalizing on the expansion of mobile technology use in the developing world in order to address sustainable fishery challenges.
Cora Wiese Moore
24-Feb-2016
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Don’t live by the ocean? Never been sailing or surfing? Don’t worry, everyone can play an important role in protecting the ocean– on World Oceans Day and every day! Whether we live on the coast or miles away from the sea, we are all connected to the ocean and can take action to positively impact ocean health.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
26-Apr-2018
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Don’t live by a beach? Never been scuba diving or surfing? Don’t worry, everyone can play an important role in protecting the ocean– on World Oceans Day and every day! Whether we live on the coast or miles away from the sea, we are all connected to the ocean and can take action to positively impact ocean health.
Lena Champlin
29-Mar-2016
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Photo: Ripley's Aquariums
World Oceans Day was celebrated at all three Ripley's Aquarium location in 2017!
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You already know the ocean is in desperate need of protection - now share the ocean's story with someone else for World Oceans Day. Revolution is a feature documentary about opening your eyes, changing the world and fighting for something. A true life adventure following director Rob Stewart in the follow up to his hit Sharkwater, Revolution is an epic adventure into the evolution of life on earth and the revolution to save us.
Alyssa Isakower
29-May-2015
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Every year, more and more divers, surfers, sailors and swimmers join in on World Oceans Day celebrations. Whether you choose to dive beneath the waves or stay above the surface this year, there are so many ways for athletes and recreational clubs and organizations to celebrate World Oceans Day.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
29-Mar-2018
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Divers need clean, green energy to keep their blue ocean safe. Why does the energy you use matter? The short answer is: burning fossil fuels pollutes. The global climate is changing, and rising ocean temperatures cause many negative effects to the ocean. The ocean is becoming more acidic, its circulation patterns are changing, and the sea level is rising. This is hurting places that divers love. But, we can make a huge difference by ditching fossil fuels, and supporting clean, renewable energy sources like wind and solar.
Alyssa Isakower
28-Oct-2014
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Every year, more and more divers, dive clubs, and dive organizations join in on World Oceans Day celebrations. Whether you choose to dive beneath the waves or stay above the surface this year, there are so many ways divers can celebrate World Oceans Day across the globe.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
14-Mar-2017
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How will you celebrate World Oceans Day 2017?
Samantha Mackiewicz
21-Dec-2016
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As you plan your event for 2016, use the following examples as inspiration for how you can help protect the health and beauty of the oceans this upcoming World Oceans Day, June 8th! Last year divers around the globe celebrated World Oceans Day, helping to clean our ocean and maintain healthier ocean ecosystems. Here we highlight just a few of the many great events held by divers last summer.
Lena Champlin
01-Mar-2016
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Every April 22, events are held worldwide to celebrate our planet and raise awareness about threats to environmental health, like climate change and pollution. Many of these efforts tend to have a terrestrial focus. While addressing terrestrial issues and taking action on land are crucial in working towards a sustainable future, don’t overlook the importance of the ocean and its interconnectedness with life on land!
Alexandra Thomsen
21-Apr-2016
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Young people will one day run the world, making important decisions about the environment they live in. But will they care enough to protect the ocean? Teaching about ocean issues and hosting a World Oceans Day event at your school can help shape their future selves, and there are great benefits now as well!
Caty Fairclough
02-Oct-2014
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World Oceans Day is about bringing people together to celebrate and improve communities. A great way way to get the whole community involved is throwing an ocean themed festival! A festival can be a big bash on its own, or a twist on an existing event.Read on for some examples and tips for organizing your own festival for this June.
Alyssa Isakower
22-Oct-2014
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Planning a World Oceans Day event for your workplace is a fun and effective way to get your employees and coworkers to participate in celebrating and protecting our ocean.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
23-Mar-2018
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World Oceans Day is a great day for the public to visit their local aquarium or zoo to learn about and celebrate the incredible marine life in our oceans.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
03-Apr-2018
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Don’t live by a beach? Never been SCUBA diving or surfing? Don’t worry, everyone can play an important role in protecting the ocean– on World Oceans Day and every day! Whether we live on the coast or miles away from the sea, we are all connected to the ocean and can take action to positively impact ocean health.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
09-May-2017
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What do the cities of Boston, Massachusetts, Vancouver, Canada, and Durban, South Africa have in common? They are all coastal cities, with much of their economic and tourist activity stemming from their location near the ocean. And they are not alone—more than half of both the U.S. and world populations live within 50 miles of a coast.
Secretary’s Office of Global Partnerships, U.S. Department of State
14-May-2015
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Earth Day is just a few days away! It has never been more paramount to bring awareness to the efforts of environmental leaders working to ensure our planet’s future. While there are plenty of ways to improve the environment on land, it is important to raise awareness to the threats to our beloved oceans! World Oceans Day is June 8th and Earth Day Texas has chosen the ocean as the theme for this year’s event.
Photo: Earth Day Texas
Rosalynn Vasquez
20-Apr-2017
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Photo: Georgia Aquarium
To make a more lasting impact for World Oceans Day, Georgia Aquarium hosted the inaugural 5k: Turtle Trot, which raised over $50,000 for aquatic research and conservation!
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Erin Horne
02-Aug-2018
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World Oceans Day 2018 is set to be the biggest yet.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
16-Jan-2018
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World Oceans Day rallies the world around June 8, and groups worldwide use the connections made to further advance action and solutions, and join existing campaigns, for the many problems facing our ocean, and society, throughout the entire year.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
08-Jun-2018
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World Oceans Day is a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. From the entire team at World Oceans Day headquarters, we hope you will celebrate your connection to our shared ocean on June 8th, and get involved in helping with solutions to the many challenges we face in creating a healthier ocean and a more sustainable society. No matter where you live – each of us affects the ocean and is affected by the ocean.
Jennifer Spring
07-Jun-2016
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Photo: Copyright: Healthy Seas / Thodoris Trigkas
To celebrate World Oceans Day, Healthy Seas collaborated with Cousteau Divers and Pierre-Yves Cousteau to recover a huge ghost net measuring approximately 150 meters in Santorini, Greece. The mission was broadcasted live for educational purposes all over the world!
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Jenny Ioannou
30-Aug-2018
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The ocean links us all. It doesn’t matter where we live, if we’re old or young, even if we live near a coast. That’s why many schools worldwide worked together to change the world by celebrating World Oceans Day this June. Here are how 10 different schools from around the globe celebrated – with some ideas to start you brainstorming for next year’s celebration!
Caty Fairclough
04-Sep-2014
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The United Nations began to officially recognize World Oceans Day as June 8th each year following a resolution passed in late 2008, and people around the world have been unofficially celebrating since the idea for World Oceans Day was introduced in 1992 at the Rio Summit ― but what about your own town, city, district, province, state, or nation? Getting official recognition on any of these levels is a great way to help spread the message to your entire community and encourage more widespread celebrations of the ocean and its importance in our everyday lives.
Alexandra Thomsen
28-Mar-2016
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From 2004-2008, The Ocean Project and World Ocean Network and our partner organizations around the world, created and widely circulated a petition to the United Nations asking them to officially recognize World Oceans Day as 8 June each year. Having tens of thousands of people sign the petition helped make possible the passage of a resolution by the UN General Assembly in late 2008 that officially recognized World Oceans Day.
What about your own town, city, district, province, state, or nation? Getting official recognition on any of these levels is a great way to help spread the message to your entire community and encourage more widespread celebrations of the ocean and its importance in our everyday lives.
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Alexandra Thomsen
21-Mar-2017
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World Oceans Day is a great opportunity to get your employees out in the community doing something to keep it healthy. Here are some ideas for how to organize a World Oceans Day celebration at your company.
Lena Champlin
21-Apr-2015
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How can resorts help encourage healthier ocean stewardship? Engage your visitors on World Oceans Day with exciting events and fun activities. Ocean resorts have a chance to turn tourism into activism, empowering visitors by helping them to learn more about the challenges faced by the beautiful environments that surround them.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
29-Mar-2017
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How can resorts help encourage healthier ocean stewardship? Engage your visitors on World Oceans Day with exciting events and fun activities. Ocean resorts have a chance to turn tourism into activism, empowering visitors by helping them to learn more about the challenges faced by the beautiful environments that surround them.
Samantha Mackiewicz
12-Apr-2016
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This new Advisory Council will help expand the reach and impact of World Oceans Day, on June 8th, and year round. Advisory Council members will be instrumental in helping shape the development of World Oceans Day as it grows, providing new and unique perspectives, ideas, and recommendations. Together, with the Advisory Council and our growing global network of partners from all sectors and dozens of countries, we will also expand opportunities for ocean conservation throughout the year.
Bill Mott
06-Jun-2016
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We want youth to be involved with ocean conservation efforts because young people have some of the best ideas for projects to protect the ocean, knowledge of social media and ways to spread ideas, passion and interest in environmentalism, and
Lena Champlin
12-May-2016
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Last year's success with the Better Bag Challenge led to full deployment of this initiative for all partners worldwide. Its goal is to spread awareness and inspire action about reducing ocean plastic trash, specifically single-use plastic bags that take hundreds of years to decompose. Plastic in the ocean harms animals that are trapped and injured by it and also eat it. 80% of this ocean trash comes from the land rather than being directly deposited in the ocean. Many of us are already aware of this problem, but what can we do about it?
Lena Champlin
26-Apr-2016
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What is the Wave for Change? The Wave for Change is a simple social media campaign taking action for the ocean. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3! Make a promise to the ocean! Use reusable bags or stop using plastic straws! "Sign" your commitment by doing the wave and then share it with the world! #WaveForChange #WorldOceansDay
Samantha Mackiewicz
25-May-2016
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In just one week, on June 8, 2017, millions of people from across our blue planet will celebrate World Oceans Day. With the theme this year, “Our Oceans, Our Future,” organizations and individuals in over 100 countries around the world will focus on the prevention of plastic ocean pollution through events in their communities, special announcements and everything in between.
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Kara DiCamillo
02-Jun-2017
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For World Oceans Day, many people took the challenge and made a commitment to keep our oceans healthy. Let’s keep this Wave for Change growing all summer long!
Samantha Mackiewicz
24-Jun-2016
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As a surfer you know how important a beautiful, clean, and healthy beach is for recreation, enjoyment, and our own health. The beach is a place where we enjoy the ocean frequently, but coastal ecosystems such as marshes and estuaries are often the most impacted by pollution and trash! World Oceans Day is an opportunity to think and learn about our impacts on the ocean and help clean up the coastal environments we love.
Lena Champlin
10-May-2016
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Photo: Ocean Park Hong Kong
World Oceans Day is almost here, and if you don’t know how you’re going to celebrate yet, this post is for you.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
29-May-2018
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World Oceans Day is just around the corner, but it’s never too late to plan a great activity or event to celebrate World Oceans Day on June 8th! Here are some last-minute, quick n’ easy ways to do something to celebrate World Oceans Day and help out our ocean.
Jennifer Spring
04-Jun-2016
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World Oceans Day is almost here, and if you don’t know how you’re going to celebrate yet, this post is for you. Maybe World Oceans Day snuck up on you this year, or maybe you just didn’t have time to put together that lesson plan, cleanup, or workshop… either way, we’ve got you covered with these stress-free ideas.
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Alexandra Thomsen
25-May-2017
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To celebrate World Oceans Day, Sunday 8th June 2014, the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF) is teaming up with leading restaurants to raise awareness and essential funds to protect vulnerable marine species and habitats, combat illegal ‘pirate’ fishing and promote sustainable fisheries globally.
Alyssa Isakower
06-Jun-2014
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Microbeads are solid plastic pieces in personal care products like shampoos, facial cleansers, and toothpaste. Microbeads have significantly added to the global plastic pollution problem. Despite their small size, microbeads have a massive impact on marine environments, and studies show that there are huge numbers of microbeads in our oceans. Ocean animals eat the microbeads, and some plastics eaten by marine life, especially filter feeders, get passed on to humans when we consume seafood.
Samantha Mackiewicz
25-Mar-2016
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The Octonauts will join us for World Oceans Day again this year with new resources including posters, activities, and other graphics. Please download the activity kit and incorporate these free materials into your World Oceans Day celebration!
Abby Tripler
31-Mar-2016
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Today, billions of plastic bags and bottles are used every year in the U.S. alone. What happens to all of this trash? 50% is buried in landfills, 5% is recycled, some is used to produce durable plastic goods and the rest remains “unaccounted for,” which is akin to saying, “lost in the environment” from where it eventually gets washed into the oceans.
Alyssa Isakower
23-Jan-2015
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We've partnered with Splash and Bubbles to provide all new World Oceans Day resources for kids!
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Samantha Mackiewicz
12-Mar-2018
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Did you know that we have explored less than 5% of our oceans? Even though there is so much more to explore and learn about the oceans, there is an abundance of knowledge to share about the sea and its inhabitants. This World Oceans Day, teach others not only about the incredible marine life below the surface, but also about the importance of the ocean and its role in our everyday lives. Educators have an especially unique opportunity to teach the next generation why it’s important to keep our oceans healthy for the future.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
06-Apr-2017
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This June, celebrate World Oceans Day by educating others about the importance of the ocean and providing them with ways to help with the solutions. Our world's shared ocean helps to provide food and oxygen, as well as takes up carbon dioxide emissions from our atmosphere. The ocean also offers many opportunities for recreation, from diving and sailing to surfing and nature exploration. Together we can work to improve the health of our ocean and the first step is spreading the word about the importance of the ocean and teaching others how to take action for ocean conservation in age-appropriate ways.
Abby Tripler
03-May-2016
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To lots of people, the ocean is huge and mysterious. There’s a lot of rumors circulating – do you believe everything you’ve heard about the ocean? Stem the tide of misinformation with these myth busters.
Alexandra Uribe
15-Dec-2014
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Become a leader against plastic pollution by teaching the World Oceans Day Plastic Pollution Lesson Plan. This lesson was designed to help young people inspire their peers to take action. It's easy to follow and can be done from anywhere!
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Looking for a way to connect your faith-based organization to your love for the environment? This post is for you! Faith-based organizations have been central actors in social justice movements throughout history. Organizing an event for World Oceans Day is a great way to bring your community’s passion to a critical issue of our time: environmental sustainability. This movement is about living more consciously to ensure that future generations can enjoy our planet’s natural resources and lead happy and healthy lives. World Oceans Day is a significant part of this push for sustainability because events organized by people of all ages and backgrounds help spread the word about the importance of the ocean in our everyday lives and the need to protect it.
Alexandra Thomsen
28-Apr-2016
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On World Oceans Day, we celebrate and call for conservation of marine biodiversity. The 1,000 or so islands that make up the Solomons are on the edge of the Coral Triangle, home to one of the highest diversity of marine life anywhere. The ocean is a crucial source of food and income for people living in Solomon Islands where poverty and food insecurity are critical problems.
Alyssa Isakower
04-Sep-2015
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As humans, we are all connected to the ocean through what it provides for us. But your students may not realize that their backyards are connected physically to the ocean through our waterways and watersheds! As an inland teacher, you face a greater challenge in connecting your students to the ocean – but teaching them about your local watershed is a great way to start.
Alyssa Isakower
20-Nov-2014
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Photo: Ripley Aquariums
Ripley Aquariums celebrated World Oceans Day 2018 in Toronto, the Great Smoky Mountains and Myrtle Beach!
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Ripley Aquariums
16-Aug-2018
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Sean Russell, founder and director of the Youth Ocean Conservation Summit reflects on Sea Youth Rise Up, a campaign that brought seven youth ocean conservation leaders together on World Oceans Day to speak up for our oceans!
Sean Russell
17-Aug-2016
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Photo: S.E.A. Aquarium
S.E.A. Aquarium celebrates World Oceans Day with launch of conservation institute, amongst others
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Jane Koh Puay Tien
01-Aug-2017
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Photo: S.E.A. Aquarium
From 25 May to 24 June 2018, in celebration of World Oceans Day, S.E.A. Aquarium launched Ocean Fest. The month-long event aimed to raise awareness for ocean conservation through an eco-marketplace showcasing ocean-friendly products, CSI-style educational challenges, underwater performances, and upcycling workshops.
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Jane KOH Puay Tien
20-Jul-2018
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SAAMBR’s World Oceans Day 2017 celebrations on 8 June focused on creating micro plastics awareness. The programme looked at what micro plastics are, how they have become an invisible part of our daily lives and how they adversely affect our health and that of the oceans.
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The 2017 Sea Youth Rise Up delegation brought together an outstanding group of seven young conservation leaders working to improve the health of the ocean and empower others to do the same. Taking action to address diverse marine conservation and societal challenges, these young people reminded the world about the important role youth leadership plays in ocean conservation and they continue to inspire all of us to renew our dedication to protecting our blue planet.
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Ben May
19-Jul-2017
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Calling young ocean conservationists ages 14-21! Enter the Sea Youth Rise Up Video Competition to share your opinion on ocean conservation challenges and solutions for the chance to travel to New York City on June 3-5 to speak up for ocean conservation to a global audience in honor of World Oceans Day! Entries due May 24, 2017.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
17-May-2017
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Many cleaning and other household products contain chemicals that are harmful to both people and the environment. The chemicals from your shampoo, dishwasher and laundry detergent, bathroom cleaner, and other products all get washed into the water stream. Even when this water goes through wastewater treatment facilities, low levels of toxins ─ like bug spray and herbicides ─ can still reach the ocean and drinking water sources. Everyone’s small shifts away from harmful products can add up to keep toxic chemicals and pollution out of our drinking water and the ocean, where they can harm marine life.
Alexandra Thomsen
09-Apr-2016
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Seas the Day this April by greening your cleaning habits. Discover whether your products are environmentally friendly, and engage in sustainable cleaning practices. Everyone’s small shifts away from harmful products can add up to keep toxic chemicals and pollution out of our drinking water and the ocean, where they can harm marine life.
Alexandra Thomsen
04-Apr-2017
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Many people think of water as a practically limitless resource. And although water covers over 70% of our planet’s surface, only 3% of the Earth’s water is freshwater and only 1% is available for our use – most of the remaining freshwater is frozen. Conserving water not only ensures that more of this water will be available for future generations; it also reduces the energy that must be expended to transport, treat, and heat water and reduces stress on the wildlife that also depend on it. Seas the Day this August by using these tips to lower your water use and by spreading the word to others.
Alexandra Thomsen
03-Aug-2016
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For many people, the holiday season ends up generating more waste than other periods of the year. Following these tips will help you keep up your sustainability efforts, many of which can also be helpful throughout the year. Have a happy holiday season!
Alexandra Thomsen
02-Dec-2016
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This month let’s celebrate the oceans by giving back. Here’s a short list of causes you can help support, with some ideas for fundraising which could help them have an even greater impact. Continue the love and raise some money for an ocean conservation effort for World Oceans Day!
Abby Tripler
10-Dec-2015
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Seas the Day in February by exploring the many ways your community is linked to the ocean. Connecting with your community, experiencing nature, and doing volunteer work to benefit the environment are all things that can make you happier and the planet healthier. Remember, even if you live inland, we are all connected to the ocean. All waterways flow to the ocean, so protecting your local river or watershed will help the ocean down the line!
Alexandra Thomsen
16-Feb-2016
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Seas the Day this February by sharing your love for the ocean!
Samantha Mackiewicz
02-Feb-2017
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Rediscover your love for the ocean this January and spread this inspiration to others in your life! Even though the oceans cover over 70% of the Earth’s surface and contain 99% of its living space, there’s an overall bias towards terrestrial creatures and ecosystems when it comes to conservation. In 2013, only about 6% of the species protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act were marine. Here are some ideas to help you connect with the ocean this month and remember your own reasons for caring about its protection.
Alexandra Thomsen
10-Jan-2017
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Your list of New Year’s resolutions may have included improving your personal health with exercise or eating better but what about resolving to improve ocean health? The health of the ocean has a direct impact on us, effecting everything from air quality to seafood. This year let’s make a goal to work together to help the ocean.
Abby Tripler
12-Jan-2016
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Eating well is a challenge in itself, and eating healthy food that is also produced sustainably can be even harder. This July, challenge yourself to think more about where your food is coming from, and make whatever changes you can to move towards sustainable eating.
Alexandra Thomsen
01-Jul-2016
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Enjoy the outdoors this World Oceans Day month by exploring the shore or other natural areas near you. This could be a beach on the coast, a lake or pond inland, a wetland, a riverbank, or something else entirely! Many studies have shown links between nature connectedness and an individual’s happiness and mental well-being. So if you’re feeling stressed, try taking a walk through a park or along a nearby waterway or pond.
Alexandra Thomsen
01-Jun-2016
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Our transportation choices have a huge impact on greenhouse gas emissions, like carbon dioxide and methane, which contribute to climate change and ocean acidification. Transportation is the fourth-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Seas the Day in March by incorporating alternative methods to get around every day and lowering your reliance on cars -- especially if you’re driving alone.
Alexandra Thomsen
08-Mar-2016
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Our transportation choices have a huge impact on greenhouse gas emissions, like carbon dioxide and methane, which contribute to climate change and ocean acidification. Transportation is the fourth-largest source of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Seas the Day in March by incorporating alternative methods to get around every day and lowering your reliance on cars -- especially if you’re driving alone.
Alexandra Thomsen
01-Mar-2017
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This May, green your garden the environmentally friendly way! If you are fortunate enough to have a garden or lawn to care for this spring, this post will help you water, manage weeds and pests, and keep your garden green without harming the ocean and other life. Even if you don’t have your own garden, these tips can also help you maintain an ocean-friendly plot in a community garden! Or, enjoy the May flowers with a few potted plants or a planter box.
Alexandra Thomsen
07-May-2016
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This May, green your garden the environmentally friendly way! If you are fortunate enough to have a garden or lawn to care for this spring, this post will help you water, manage weeds and pests, and keep your garden green without harming the ocean and other life. Even if you don’t have your own garden, these tips can also help you maintain an ocean-friendly plot in a community garden! Or, enjoy the May flowers with a few potted plants or a planter box.
Alexandra Thomsen
03-May-2017
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Rethink: The first step to being environmentally conscious is rethinking your everyday actions. It’s best to rethink every purchase, reuse what we have, reduce what we buy, and recycle as much as we can. Before you buy that plastic water bottle or use a plastic bag at the grocery store, rethink and go green for the ocean.
Abby Tripler
16-Nov-2015
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Waste less this November with the four R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Rethink! There are tons of creative and simple ways to reduce your use of wasteful products, reuse materials you already have, recycle what you can’t reuse, and last but not least, rethink your daily habits.
Alexandra Thomsen
04-Nov-2016
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Alexandra Thomsen
07-Oct-2016
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Did you know October in the US is National Energy Action Month? Though it may seem far off, thinking about your World Oceans Day celebration now will allow plenty of time to brainstorm creative event ideas. Why not tie in a message about energy conservation?
Abby Tripler
16-Oct-2015
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Do you love ocean conservation and environmental sustainability and want to do more than just read about it? Luckily for you, this post is all about ways that you can channel your passion for the ocean and amplify your impact to make a difference! Read on for ideas on using social media, influencing policy, aiding in research and active conservation work, and more!
Alexandra Thomsen
06-Sep-2016
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Trust us, we get it. The smell of the air, the ebb of the waves and the feel of the wind. Be you dilettante or professional, just starting or born into it, sailing can be a lifelong passion. But our oceans are in trouble, and they need us to speak for them. This year, join sailors around the world who are holding World Oceans Day events, working together to keep the ocean healthy for future generations. Not sure where to start? Activism is all about getting the word out. Host a regatta, a sailing festival, or even just a day out on the water with friends.
Cora Wiese Moore
19-Apr-2016
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Get out on the water this World Oceans Day and experience the magic of the seas for yourself by going sailing. You’ll be joining sailors around the world who are holding World Oceans Day events and working together to keep our oceans healthy for future generations. There are so many ways sailors, sailing clubs and organizations can celebrate the seas this year. Get ready to hoist your sails and adjust your heading towards ocean conservation this World Oceans Day with these ideas and resources.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
11-Apr-2017
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Aislinn Gauchay, Assistant Director of Great Lakes and Sustainability at Shedd Aquarium, discusses how Shedd Aquarium pledges to take action for our oceans not only on World Oceans Day, but all year long.
Photo: Shedd Aquarium
Aislinn Gauchay
24-Aug-2016
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Join the millions of people who support protecting Antarctica's marine ecosystems.
Samantha Mackiewicz
20-Oct-2016
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Cleanups are a great way to bring people together and enact actual change for the local environment. But what can you do with a beach clean up to make it unique? Well for starters you don’t have to clean up a beach! Here are 6 quick ideas for holding a cleanup on World Oceans Day – or anytime you want to do something for your community.
Caty Fairclough
15-Oct-2014
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Ocean acidification is one of the greatest threats to the ocean, and, ultimately to humankind. Since the Industrial Revolution, ocean acidity has increased by 30%. The culprit? Carbon dioxide pollution – from burning of fossil fuels. This leads to potentially very dangerous outcomes, such as weakening of coral reefs and the collapse of the base of the ocean food chain: plankton, upon which fish, dolphins, whales – and humans – all depend.
Anna Fend
14-May-2014
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As a surfer you know how important a beautiful, clean, and healthy ocean is for recreation, enjoyment, and our own health. What can you do to help keep the ocean beautiful? Check out what other surfers and surf organizations around the world did to celebrate World Oceans Day last year and start planning your own event for this year. Get ready to hit the waves, have fun and take action with your favorite activity- surfing!
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Samantha Mackiewicz
28-Apr-2017
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Join others and make a commitment on social media to stop using single use plastics.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
08-May-2018
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Over the past two weeks, hundreds of events were held, thousands of individuals celebrated, and millions of people were engaged online for World Oceans Day. Thank you so much for being a part of this global celebration of our oceans.
Samantha Mackiewicz
16-Jun-2016
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Millions of people around our blue planet celebrated the sea and took action for the ocean.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
19-Jun-2018
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Over 50 organizations and individuals committed to preventing plastic pollution in our oceans by joining the Wave for Change.
Samantha Mackiewicz
31-Aug-2016
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For World Oceans Day, Seafood Watch encouraged more than 500 businesses and conservation partners to talk about their commitment to sustainable seafood online and to promote a green “Best Choice” seafood dish. Green “Best Choice” rated seafood is fish that is abundant, well managed and caught or farmed in ways that have minimum impact on our environment.
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Peter Adame
07-Sep-2018
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World Oceans Day 2017 will be the biggest and best yet!
Bill Mott
07-Jun-2017
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What is marine debris, and the Great Pacific Garbage Patch?
NOAA Ocean Today's TRASH TALK is a special feature that introduces marine debris in an engaging, age-appropriate way. We invite everyone focusing on ocean plastic pollution to use this great, free video in your World Oceans Day celebrations.
Kurt Mann, Executive Producer, Ocean Today
25-May-2015
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As part of our increasing emphasis on youth engagement for World Oceans Day, we’re excited to announce the launch of a free online resource to promote ocean awareness and literacy, the Global Ocean & Aquatic Library (GOAL). We hope this new resource will be of use to event organizers and others involved with World Oceans Day.
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Bill Mott
20-Feb-2018
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The results of the Third Annual World Oceans Day Photo Contest were announced on World Oceans Day, Wednesday, June 8, 2016 at a reception at United Nations Headquarters in New York attended by several hundred delegates.The finalists and winners were announced by well-known underwater photographer Ellen Cuylaerts (Belgium) and their photos were projected in large format.
Bill Mott
08-Jun-2016
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For World Oceans Day 2016, Seattle Aquarium celebrated by creating World Ocean Weekend!
Pamela Lamon
21-Sep-2016
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World Oceans Day 2016 was bigger and better than ever. Take a look at the 2016 Annual Report to learn more!
Samantha Mackiewicz
02-Sep-2016
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Thank you for celebrating World Oceans Day 2017!
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Samantha Mackiewicz
13-Sep-2017
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Learn more in the World Oceans Day 2018 Annual Report.
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Samantha Mackiewicz
14-Sep-2018
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This year, a number of events were held in Argentina in celebration of World Oceans Day.
Photo: World Oceans Day Argentina
Adrian Feldman
14-Sep-2016
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World Oceans Day is June 8th, but starting this weekend there will be many exciting events happening around the world to celebrate our shared ocean! From beach cleanups to barbecues, many thousands of people will attend unique celebrations to learn about the importance of the ocean and commemorate their connection to the sea. Here are just 6 of the many great events happening for World Oceans Day 2016...
Samantha Mackiewicz
03-Jun-2016
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Submissions are now being accepted for the third annual World Oceans Day Photo Contest! World Oceans Day serves as an opportunity to celebrate our oceans and raise awareness of the challenges our oceans face. The beauty of the ocean can be expressed through photography and inspire others to care for the ocean. Winning images will be recognized by the United Nations on June 8th. Your photograph could represent World Oceans Day 2016!
Bill Mott
02-Apr-2016
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The World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council will welcome 10 new members for 2018. The new members represent eight different countries and come from diverse backgrounds, however, they all share a common love for protecting the oceans.
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Youth Advisory Council
Rachael Coccia
30-Jan-2018
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We are excited to introduce 14 new members to the World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council!
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Youth Advisory Council
Rachael Coccia
28-Nov-2018
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Isabelle is a young and passionate ocean advocate. At just 10 years old, she's taken the Better Bag Challenge on World Oceans Day for the past two years. On June 8th, 2017 she will have saved about 7,000 plastic bags!
Isabelle Reinecke
05-Jan-2017
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Applications are being accepted to join the World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council.
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Youth Advisory Council
Samantha Mackiewicz
02-Nov-2017
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The World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council is searching for 15 young ocean leaders from around the world to bring the Council to a grand total of 25 members!
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Youth Advisory Council
Rachael Coccia
05-Sep-2018
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Sea Youth Rise Up is a new initiative for youth engagement on ocean conservation, facilitated by The Ocean Project in partnership with the World Oceans Day network, and led by Danni Washington of The Big Blue & You and Sean Russell of the Youth Ocean Conservation Summit. The main goal of this initiative, launching for World Oceans Day 2016, is to generate discussion and action among youth around the world about how the global community can work towards healing our blue planet, on World Oceans Day and throughout the year.
Samantha Mackiewicz
05-May-2016
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The following post was written by World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Caitlin Philipps. Caitlin is 18 years old and lives in Victoria, Australia.
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World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Eugenia, celebrated this past June by attending events in New York City and hosting her own celebrations in her home country of Portugal.
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The following post was written by World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Kehkashan Basu. Kehkashan is 17 years old and lives in Toronto, Canada.
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The following post was written by World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Olivia Taylor. Olivia is 20 years old and lives in the Western Cape Province of South Africa.
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The following post was written by World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Patricia Zanella. Patricia is 21 years old and lives in Itanhaém, Brazil.
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Wenqin planned two ocean plastic pollution lessons and one beach cleanup around World Oceans Day.
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World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Wenqin from China, attended the EAT Stockholm Food Forum in Sweden around World Oceans Day 2018
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The following post was written by World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Baylee Ritter.
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Youth Advisory Council
Baylee Ritter
01-Nov-2018
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Meet Youth Advisory Council member Baylee!
Baylee Ritter
10-Aug-2016
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member Brandon!
Brandon Koots
08-Sep-2016
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Meet Youth Advisory Council member, Caitlin, from Melbourne, Australia!
Caitlin Philipps
19-Oct-2016
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Eugenia, from Portugal!
Eugenia Barroca
16-Nov-2016
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Gabriella, from Canada!
Gabriella Schauber
12-Jan-2017
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, La Tisha, from Trinidad & Tobago!
La Tisha Parkinson
02-Nov-2016
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member Melati from Bali, Indonesia!
Melati Wijsen
05-Oct-2016
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Meet Youth Advisory Council member, Mohammed, from Morocco!
Mohammed Wahabi
27-Oct-2016
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Nehara from India!
Nehara Pandey
22-Feb-2017
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Oghenechovwen Oghenekevwe!
Oghenechovwen Oghenekevwe
28-Sep-2016
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Meet World Oceans Day Youth Advisory Council member, Sang-Jin, from Germany!
Sang-Jin Kim
09-Nov-2016
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