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World Oceans Day
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World Oceans Day
June 8th, 2025
World Oceans Day is a global event established by the United Nations and celebrated annually on June 8. It aims to raise awareness about the significance of oceans to our planet and promote the protection of marine biodiversity and ecosystems.
World Oceans Day is a global event established by the United Nations and celebrated annually on June 8. It aims to raise awareness about the significance of oceans to our planet and promote the protection of marine biodiversity and ecosystems.
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Goals
Main Goals and Objectives
- Highlight environmental threats such as plastic pollution, climate change, and loss of marine species.
- Foster educational programs to inform about the oceans' role in climate regulation, global nutrition, and resource provision.
- Support initiatives aimed at restoring marine environments and protecting marine mammals.
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How to support
- Join the informational campaign in support of the "People — Dialogues with Dolphins" (PDD)™ platform by sharing knowledge about oceans, marine ecosystems, and the protection of marine mammals through social media, blogs, and other media outlets.
- Create and organize cultural and educational events such as exhibitions, workshops, lectures, and discussions focused on ocean conservation and marine life protection.
- Participate in environmental actions such as beach cleanups, mangrove planting, or plastic waste collection, supporting initiatives aimed at protecting oceans and marine flora and fauna.
Visit the official website of World Oceans Day!
On the World Oceans Day website, you can learn more about this day, explore news and special events, or read the latest updates and reports about the oceans.
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UNESCO
World Oceans Day: Awakening New Depths
The ocean is the source of life for humanity and all living beings on Earth. Yet, despite our complete dependence on it, we have explored only about 10% of its vast expanse. While our understanding of the ocean's grandeur is limited, we know for certain that the consequences of our actions reach its most remote depths. Our efforts so far have had only a minimal impact, and it is urgent that we change our relationship with the ocean. To attract more resources for its protection, we must awaken new depths.
In celebration of World Oceans Day, the United Nations is joining forces with decision-makers, scientists, private sector leaders, civil society representatives, indigenous peoples, celebrities, and youth activists to highlight that Earth is much more than we can imagine and to make ocean protection a top priority.
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History
Brief History of World Oceans Day
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1992
Declaration of Oceans Day
Declaration of Oceans Day
World Oceans Day was first declared on June 8, 1992, in Rio de Janeiro at the Global Forum, a parallel event during the United Nations Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED). The event offered non-government organizations (NGOs) and civil society a platform to share their views on environmental issues. The Declaration was inspired by an event organized by the Oceans Institute of Canada and supported by the Canadian Government: “Oceans Day at Global Forum – The Blue Planet.” The program featured international experts, leaders, and advocates for the oceans’ role in sustaining the Blue Planet.
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2008
UN Designation of World Oceans Day
UN Designation of World Oceans Day
In 2008, under Canada's leadership, the UN General Assembly designated June 8 as "World Oceans Day" (Resolution 63/111). The observation of Oceans Day expanded to address various global concerns, including maritime space, international shipping, marine biodiversity, sustainable development, and climate change. These areas were central to the awareness and actions sparked by World Oceans Day.
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2009
First United Nations World Oceans Day Observed
First United Nations World Oceans Day Observed
The first official World Oceans Day organized by the UN took place in 2009 with the theme, “Our Oceans, Our Responsibility.” UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon emphasized the importance of oceans in regulating the global climate, providing essential ecosystem services, and ensuring sustainable livelihoods and recreation.
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2017
United Nations Ocean Conference & World Oceans Day
United Nations Ocean Conference & World Oceans Day
The 2008 Declaration of World Oceans Day inspired global action. Twenty-five years after the first Oceans Day in Rio, a special event on June 8 marked the occasion at the UN Ocean Conference (June 5-9, 2017). The conference focused on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 14: conserving and sustainably using oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development.
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2020
First Virtual United Nations World Oceans Day Event
First Virtual United Nations World Oceans Day Event
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2020 World Oceans Day was the first-ever digital event, providing global access to the celebration.
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2022
First Hybrid United Nations World Oceans Day Event
First Hybrid United Nations World Oceans Day Event
The 2022 World Oceans Day was celebrated in a hybrid format, featuring both in-person programming at UN Headquarters in New York and virtual components for global accessibility.
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2023
Celebrating 10 Years: The Photo Competition for UN WOD
Celebrating 10 Years: The Photo Competition for UN WOD
In 2023, the UN Headquarters in New York hosted an exhibition showcasing winning photos from the past decade since the inception of the World Oceans Day photo competition.
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2024
Awaken New Depths
Awaken New Depths
2024Join us – we will awaken new depths of understanding, compassion, collaboration, and commitment to the ocean.