Caribbean Philanthropy in Action Week 2024: Day 4

Summary of Planet Ocean Campaign Launch – October 24, 2024 – The Planet Ocean campaign launch featured three key presentations focusing on ocean literacy, ocean health, and ocean threats. The event emphasized the critical role of oceans in climate regulation and human survival. Simultaneously, Caribbean Philanthropic Alliance coordinated accelerated regional and national actions focused on climate justice and philanthropy across multiple countries.

Key Themes:

• Ocean literacy and education
• Marine conservation and protection
• Climate change impacts on ocean health
• Human threats to ocean ecosystems
• Community engagement and advocacy

Notable Initiatives:

• IOC-UNESCO’s Ocean Literacy in the Caribbean program
• Blue Schools initiative targeting Caribbean educational institutions
• Establishment of marine protected areas in Jamaica
• International efforts against deep-sea mining
• Caribbean Garbage Patch cleanup efforts

Key Recommendations

1. Support sustainable seafood choices
2. Advocate for ocean protection policies
3. Reduce plastic consumption
4. Engage in community conservation efforts
5. Support marine protected areas
6. Stay informed about ocean threats
7. Participate in coastal cleanup initiatives

Speakers & Highlights:

1. Dr. Lorna Inniss :
   • Presented seven principles of ocean literacy
   • Discussed regional ocean education initiatives
   • Emphasized ocean’s role in climate regulation
2. Rhianne McKenzie :
   • Detailed ocean health indicators
   • Discussed marine protected areas management
   • Highlighted sustainable fishing practices
3. Robin Young :
   • Outlined major ocean threats
   • Discussed impacts of climate change
   • Addressed emerging concerns like deep-sea mining