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A monthly update for growing the global youth movement
One Ocean, One Climate, One Future – Together!
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Register for Youth Advocacy Training!
The Ocean Project is running a free 4-week virtual Advocacy Training designed for youth ages 16-23 around the world who are looking to make a positive impact.
Since 2022, Youth Advocacy Training has had over 2500 youth participants from more than 120 countries around the world. Check out the 2024 program highlights here.
Interested in getting connected with the global youth movement for the ocean and climate, and growing your capacity as a youth leader? Register now!
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The program schedule is as follows:
- Session 1 – The Ocean-Climate Connection: Saturday, 15 February, at 7pm EST/ 12am GMT
- Session 2 – Social Media & Communications: Saturday, 22 February, at 7pm EST/ 12am GMT
- Session 3 – Event Planning & Fundraising: Saturday, 1 March, at 7pm EST/ 12am GMT
- Session 4 – Campaign Organizing: Saturday, 8 March, at 7pm EST/ 12am GMT
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Are you a young person ages 16-23, who is associated with a Zoo, Aquarium, or Museum (ZAM)?
We are hosting a special 5th session of Youth Advocacy Training specifically designed to learn how to work with these trusted community facilities to enact positive change for the planet.
- Special Session 5 – ZAM Youth: Saturday, 15 March, at 7pm EST/ 12am GMT
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Keep up with the Council
Check out what the World Ocean Day Youth Advisory Council has been up to lately!
Insights on the High Seas Treaty, from an Alum
World Ocean Day Youth Advisory Council Alum Ajay Sawant of India provides an in-depth look at why protecting the High Seas is so important, and what we can do to help ensure the strongest possible protections are put in place.
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Community Database Spotlight
There are thousands of organizations and individuals around the world sharing events and opportunities to create change in their communities, and beyond.
Each month, we share a different community resource for you to explore, that includes ways to get involved, take action, and more.
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Opportunities for Youth (OFY) is an online platform dedicated to bridging the information gap for young people seeking to make an impact locally and globally. It provides a centralized hub for study opportunities, scholarships, grants, training, conferences, jobs, and internships, making valuable resources more accessible. By offering relevant advice and curated opportunities, OFY empowers youth to develop their skills, expand their horizons, and achieve their life goals.
Check out their resources here!
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities
Here are a few ways you can get more informed and involved:
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2025 Ocean Leaders Fellowship
The OLF, developed by Sustainable Ocean Alliance and Dona Bertarelli Philanthropy, is a one-year annual program designed to empower young professionals in their efforts to protect and restore the health of our ocean. In this program, 40 Fellows will gain new skills, networks, and opportunities to make impact on ocean conservation and climate action in their communities and more. Apply by 13 February, 2025 11:59pm PST.
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Global Citizen Scholarship Program
This program empowers young leaders advancing the UN SDGs by providing academic training, networking with changemakers, and peer-to-peer mentoring. This year, 14 young African leaders and three Management Center Innsbruck students will join the program. For ages 20-35. Deadline is 24 February, 2025.
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This monthly update supports youth-focused organizations and emerging leaders by connecting and empowering youth across the globe. It reaches subscribers in 150 countries. Powered by the collective action of all, together we can grow a movement for a more equitable & sustainable society and a healthy blue planet!
Read previous issues of the newsletter here.
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