14. World’s Ocean Day (June 8th)
World’s Ocean Day is an international celebration to encourage people to preserve and raise awareness for the oceans. Oceans cover 70% of the Earth’s surface. Understanding how essential oceans are for the planet to thrive is one part of the objective of this day and movement. Canada’s International Center for Ocean Development and the Ocean Institute of Canada first proposed this initiative in 1992. They announced it at the UN Conference on Environment and Development in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Since then, Word’s Oceans Day has been working with hundreds of organizations worldwide. They work together to help marine life and oceans for a better world.
Their objectives right now are to support the protection of at least 30% of our waters by 2030 with their campaign “30×30.” Having a healthy ocean is critical to help with the climate crisis we are in right now. By protecting Earth’s life support system, we can save many marine species that are in danger. The organization is also joining forces with many world leaders. Together, they are committed to finding solutions to stop climate change. More importantly, before it goes to the point of no return. It is important to let everyone’s voices ring out on June 8th in celebration of this day. That way, we are sending a message to those who can change our future for the better.