World Ocean Day Youth Advisory Council

Deadline: Aug 5

Eligibility: Global (16-23)

Description:

Overview:

The World Ocean Day Youth Advisory Council is a group of 20-25 young people with  diverse backgrounds from countries around the world, who are actively engaged in conservation efforts in their communities. They unite to share their efforts with each other and the world, develop their leadership skills to strengthen their impact, and inspire millions to take action for our blue planet in June and throughout the year. See current and past Council members here.

Formed in 2016, the Council helps develop World Ocean Day into a unique opportunity to connect and unite the world for a healthy ocean, a stable climate, and a more sustainable society. The primary goal is to strengthen youth engagement, collaboration, and leadership for our shared ocean, which covers 71% of our planet and connects us all.  Learn more about the mission and history of World Ocean Day here.

Apply to Join the Youth Advisory Council if You:

• …are already committed to protecting our blue planet, with a recognition of the connection between the ocean and climate, and are willing to share your experience, expertise, and ideas with others to encourage more people around the world to engage in actions that will protect and restore the environment;

• …value collaboration and action as key strategies for making a tangible difference; and

• …are eager to cultivate and enhance vital advocacy skills such as campaign organizing, event planning, network outreach, setting and following through on action goals, and more! 

Learn more: Apply here