Building Civic Engagement in Ocean Conservation Action Through Sports

• In Event: Bright Spots—Group 5

Session Submission Type: 10-Minute Bright Spot

Summary

Brazadas por el Oceano was an event held to bring awareness to the SDGs of Life Under Water and Climate Action through participating in ocean sports. Brazadas was a collaborative effort between environmental groups and sports enthusiasts to bridge the connection between sports and conservation.

Sub Unit

• Advancing Civic Engagement and Sustainable Communities

Presenter

• Holly Hummel, The School for Field Studies

Non-Attending Contributors

• Ana Torres, Swim with Ana

• Gerald Abrego, University of Panama