“The ocean is for everyone. Wherever you are and whatever you do, you can be an ocean advocate.”
, glacial ice melts and sea level rise that could lead to flooding and damage to infrastructure, and the overall loss of biodiversity are the biggest challenges [that our oceans face]. But maybe the larger challenge is the fact that the general public doesn’t even realize their beautiful ocean is in danger.
“Increased science communication and ocean literacy [is crucial]. That’s one of the reasons I founded. There’s a lack of representation of Black marine scientists in the field, which also leads to a lack of science communication to communities of color. The ocean belongs to us all—we must actively and fervently make sure it is accessible and welcome to all.”“Climate change is arguably the greatest threat our oceans face.
“I really hope this World Oceans Day sees some collective action for our oceans. Not only do I want to see individuals be reminded of our responsibility as ocean advocates to protect this incredible resource but see government and corporate leaders take meaningful steps to address the threats facing our oceans.””My big hope for World Oceans Day this year is fornot to be given the go-ahead.
“There are so many threats to the ocean and they all boil down to the troublesome, conflicting attitude people have towards the blue parts of our planet. On the one hand, we endlessly take whatever we want from the ocean, and assume it will keep on giving. At the same time, we’re dumping an endless stream of pollutants and unwanted rubbish into the ocean, from carbon, to plastics and ‘forever’ chemicals. All of that needs to change.
“The ocean is for everyone. You don’t have to be a scientist or a scuba diver. Wherever you are and whatever you do, you can be an ocean advocate. Demand better of your elected officials to give the ocean the protection it needs. Protest, if you want to. Join a campaign group like
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