The Caribbean's future depends on the health of its ocean. From fisheries and tourism to food security, livelihoods, and climate resilience, our marine ecosystems sustain the region's economies and communities. Yet these ecosystems face growing threats from climate change, plastic pollution, coral reef degradation, sargassum influx, overfishing, and emerging pressures such as deep seabed mining.
To help address these challenges, the Caribbean Youth Climate Council (CYCC) is organizing the Regional Ocean Conservation Youth Workshop, which will take place from July 22–25, 2026, in Kingston, Jamaica under the theme "Championing a Sustainable Blue Economy for a Resilient Caribbean."
Building on momentum generated through the inaugural Caribbean Youth Environment and Climate Change Conference in 2025, this workshop will bring together 30 young leaders, advocates, and practitioners from across the Caribbean to strengthen their knowledge of ocean governance, marine conservation, climate resilience, and sustainable blue economy solutions.
Following the workshop, participants will remain connected through the Caribbean Youth Climate Council network, helping to advance ocean advocacy, knowledge-sharing, and environmental action within their respective countries and communities.
Over the past four months, the CYCC Secretariat has worked diligently to plan this regional initiative and mobilize support from partners across the Caribbean and beyond. However, shifting donor priorities and funding constraints have created a funding gap of approximately US$7,500, which is needed to cover essential venue and catering costs. We have until July 21, 2026 to secure these resources and ensure the successful delivery of the workshop.
Your support is an investment in the next generation of Caribbean Ocean leaders. By contributing to this initiative, you are helping equip young people with the knowledge, networks, and tools needed to protect the Caribbean Sea and champion sustainable solutions for generations to come.
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