On this #WorldEnvironmentDay, we celebrate those caring for the Earth who are working to protect the air we breathe, the health of our land, the diversity of living creatures, the communities affected by a changing planet, and the precious water that connects us all. 🩵

With Capitol Hill Ocean Week #CHOW2026 taking place in DC June 2–4, we’re looking forward to joining conversations that advance effective protections for our most precious ecosystems. Will we see you there? Let us know!

Applications are open for the 2026 Water Challenge Ambassadors—do you know the perfect person to apply? These youth (ages 14–22, based in the U.S., Puerto Rico, and USVI) learn to monitor local water quality, lead watershed protection projects, and connect with peers. monitorwater.org/ambassadors

World Reef Awareness Day connects coastal communities, ocean ecosystems, global economies, and all of Earth’s inhabitants in the effort to recognize our interconnectedness. Learn more about EarthEcho International and the impact our programs are making at earthecho.org #WorldReefAwarenessDay

We are thrilled to celebrate the 2026 U.S. Ocean Protection Ambassadors—six young leaders who will carry out innovative, community-driven campaigns in support of marine protected areas across the country. Congratulations! bit.ly/2026OceanPro... #GenSea #OceanProtection #YouthLeadership

We’re heading to DC for #Upwell2026 (June 2–3)! Looking forward to joining conversations that uplift ocean justice and effective protections for our most precious ecosystems. Will we see you there? Let us know! @green2-0.bsky.social @aquariumconserv.bsky.social @urbanoceanlab.bsky.social

🌊 Join us for the next session of the "Let’s Talk BBNJ" focused on youth voices from the High Seas. @earthechointl.bsky.social Be inspired and learn more about youth engagement in ocean and High Seas action. 📅 9 June - 9 AM EDT 💻Register here: https://bit.ly/4fzQMYG

Young people know that protecting at least 30% of the ocean by 2030 is critical to safeguard biodiversity, communities, and our shared future. We celebrate and lift up the communities, organizations, and individuals taking steps to act locally for global impact. #InternationalDayForBiodiversity

The Atlantic's only Marine National Monument is under threat. While our longtime collaborators at @theclf.bsky.social, @nrdc.org, and @biologicaldiversity.org fight this in court, EarthEcho's young leaders have spent years building public knowledge and commitment to protecting treasures like this.

Young people around the world stepped up for World Water Day—testing water, restoring habitats, and creating change in their communities. Check out the global Wave of Action initiative: www.monitorwater.org/post/world-w...

Meet the 2025-2026 U.S. Ocean Protection Ambassadors! 🌎🛡️ Their advocacy efforts are made possible by the support of @packardfdn.bsky.social & our partnership with @usoceanprotection.bsky.social and regional partners @theclf.bsky.social, @nrdc.org, the Papahanaumokuakea Coalition and @wcs.org

Last call to join the Italy Cohort of the Water Challenge Ambassadors! Apply by November 24: bit.ly/WCA-Italy #WaterQuality #MonitorWater

To meet the goals of the Paris Agreement and the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, we must tackle ocean and climate challenges together - protecting and restoring ocean biodiversity as part of global climate action. Stand Together #ForTheOcean with us at COP30: https://bit.ly/4oQBj8e#ForTheOcean

How do we inspire young people to take action for our planet? In this live conversation from last week’s 2025 NAAEE Conference, EarthEcho’s Kasey Gaylord-Opalewski and Lincoln Park Zoo’s CJ Greco share how their organizations are empowering youth to take action. Watch: https://youtu.be/v9jNL_Q5Va4

As the world gathers for #COP30, we’re reminded that adaptation starts where life begins: the ocean. Our greatest climate ally is reaching its limits. It's time to embed ocean action in every climate plan. Protect the ocean, and it protects us. https://bit.ly/4oQBj8e#COP30 Together #ForTheOcean

The High Seas Treaty is the Winner of The Earthshot Prize to Revive Our Oceans! Congratulations to the High Seas Alliance for being recognized for their efforts in advancing the treaty towards its successful ratification!

We’re officially on BlueSky! Follow us here for inspiring stories of young leaders from around the world taking action to protect and restore our ocean planet. To learn more about EarthEcho and our programs, visit us at www.earthecho.org