speakupocean

If you love it, you'll protect it.
We want to help you understand the value of our oceans. 😍🌊🦈
#SpeakUpOcean

[Ecovybz @ecovybz]

Do you know of any unsustainable traditions that exists in your country? Check out our latest episode with @LaTi_swAAg as she discusses Trinidad and Tobago's shark consumption issues! Listen on any podcasting platform of your choice or visit https://t.co/rHmt0oHYvN

[Ecovybz @ecovybz]

It's the series finale! 🎉🎊💃In this episode I chat with La Tisha Parkinson from Trinidad and Tobago! We dive into T&T’s popular beach food (bake and shark) and explore the current status of the country's  shark populations!
https://t.co/rHmt0oHYvN
#shark #podcast

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

For a closer look at the Maldives through the eyes of an environemntal photographer check out @AshwaFaheem on social media!

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

"Threats to the ocean are direct threats to our culture, our livelihood, and our people." - @Thilmeeza

This is why the Maldives has committed to protecting 20% of its ocean resources by 2030, and phasing out single used plastics by 2023!

📸 @AshwaFaheem

#UNWorldOceanDay

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

Art and Design have an important role in raising awareness for important issues. These advocacy tools are used to inspire and engage support for our oceans. This will be the focal point of the panel discussion today.

To register visit https://t.co/OqispN4231

#UNWorldOceanDay

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

We invite you to join us on Thursday, June 24th #Today from 1pm-3:30pm EDT, at the "Investing in Science, Technology & Art to Support Our Oceans," virtual panel discussion where our founder will be a speaker.

To register visit https://t.co/OqispNlDrB #UNWorldOceanDay #WOD2021

[Cuttlefish Conservation Initiative - CCI @cuttle_cons]

This week we will take a break from #CuttlefishFactFriday to celebrate one of the most important cuttlefish habitats, seagrass!!

All photos taken by our very own @MatthasMedia

#Seagrass #Ecosystem #UnderwaterPhotography

[Prof Emma L Johnston AO FAA FTSE @DrEmmaLJohnston]

Delightful nothings.
#Sydney #coast

[Barbara Block @Thunnus]

BruV Magic -our Virginia Tech and TAG team in Italy 🇮🇹 south of Sicily capture a few underwater travelers -a mako and Atlantic bluefin during an expedition in search of a white shark!

[UNEP Cartagena Convention & Caribbean Enviro Prog. @UNEP_CEP]

#MarineMammalsMatter Day 1⃣1⃣😃

Did you know that Sei whales🐋 are the third largest whale species after blue whales and fin whales?

They are also fast swimmers & can reach speeds of over 34 miles per hour.

[Ecovybz @ecovybz]

Continuing with the Action for the Oceans Series, meet the director of @PeaceBoat_US Emilie McGlone. We take a deep dive into this year's Ocean Week celebrations, her @peace_boat journey, & all the amazing opportunities she's had. Check out the episode! https://t.co/5UarNKh5MO

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

If the accommodation, #food, #entertainment, and transport sectors are included in #tourism, then the sector as a whole employs 1 in 10 persons worldwide, making it the largest economic sector in the world!

Learn how you can take #ActionForTheOceans https://t.co/HGGcytxFfr

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

Tourism has a notorious reputation for being harmful, but properly managed #SustainableTourism can contribute to improved livelihoods, cultural heritage, and natural resource protection, making it a great way to maximize on the #BlueEconomy!

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

It might seem like a small act but it can have great rewards for changing the social norms associated with #tourism, which is exactly what we ought to do according to @wef which says that user-generated content on digital platforms influence tourism trends and attitudes. #ActNow

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

Tourism has a notorious reputation for being harmful, but properly managed #SustainableTourism can contribute to improved livelihoods, cultural heritage, and natural resource protection, making it a great way to maximize on the #BlueEconomy!

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

Take Palau for example, in 2017 they created the #PalauPledge before entry into the country, visitors pledge to act in an ecologically and culturally responsible way on the island, for the sake of Palau's children and future generations of Palauans! #ActionForTheOceans

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

There are in fact many instances across the globe of nuclear waste entertaining our oceans. What is the long term effect of this? Radiation can enter the food chain through plankton and kelp, and go on to contaminate fish, and the humans who eat the fish! Take #ActionForTheOceans

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

Photographed here is the Runit Dome which was constructed on Marshall Islands Enewetak Atoll in 1977 to temporarily store radioactive waste produced from nuclear testing by the US military during the 1950s and 1960s.

Take #ActionForTheOceans #UNWorldOceanDay #WorldOceanDay

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

The dome recently received publicity because it has been leaking. However, for decades Marshallese have said they continue to be impacted by the nuclear testing of the 50s and 60s.

Take #ActionForTheOceans -> https://t.co/HGGcytxFfr #UNWorldOceanDay #WorldOceanDay #NuclearBan

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

Additionally, MPAs can lead to economic growth through tourism. The Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve in Oahu, Hawaii is a great example of this. It is one if the most visited beaches in Hawaii with 3,000 daily visitors! @pewenvironment

Check out @JakeLasi's #CallToAction on our 🌐

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

A Marine Protected Area (MPA) is a geographically defined area that has some form of protection limiting human activity in order to protect the marine environment from unsustainable use. Take #ActionForTheOceans #UNWorldOceanDay #WorldOceanDay

[speakupocean @speakupocean]

MPAs are seen as effective tools of conservation. A well managed MPA can allow fish populations to recover in the absence of human pressure. As fish size and numbers increase within the MPA, they spill out into the surrounding areas, thereby increasing catches for local fishers.