United Nations Ocean Conference
World Oceans Day 2017
Every year on 8 June, countries all over the world celebrate “World Oceans Day” to raise global awareness about the benefits humankind derives from the ocean.
Any individual or organization can participate in this global celebration through the United Nations World Oceans Day Portal. http://UNWorldOceansDay.org is your portal to hear about, publicize and join all world oceans day events happening around the world. The more you interact with the portal, the more it will reflect what you and your community are doing!
This year, UNESCO invites all citizens and stakeholders to celebrate and promote global ocean science during World Oceans Day. Ocean science and knowledge is the only way to ensuring a sustainable relationship between the oceans and humankind.