Facts vs. Fears are laid out in this infographic with tips for talking about sharks. Fintastic, Not Fearsome Save Philippine Seas & Marine Wildlife Watch of the Philippines Facts vs. Fears are laid out in this infographic with tips for talking about sharks. Donwload file Previous Next Back to Educational Materials

Voices of Youth Understanding the Paris Agreement and climate negotiations An article that explains key concepts on how countries adopt international agreements through climate action negotiations. Explore Source: https://www.voicesofyouth.org/parisagreement Previous Back to Climate Change Resources Next

Climate Change Commission Climate Policies: Executive and Administrative Orders A knowledgebase of Philippine climate laws, policies, and executive orders. Explore Source: https://climate.gov.ph/knowledge/climate-laws-and-policies/policies Previous Back to Climate Change Resources Next

TrueID Philippines Pinoy Preppers | Chito Miranda's rainwater collection system A short video on one of the ways Filipinos can install a rainwater catchment system in their house or school Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYdDc79K20o Previous Back to Climate Change Resources Next

GMA Public Affairs Philippine Seas: A documentary by Atom Araullo A documentary showing the current state of our Philippine seas, with its rich biodiversity and the complex challenges faced by its ecosystems, marine life, and the people whose life depend on it. Watch video Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxqgm-ruiW8 Previous Back to Marine Ecosystems Next

Back to main page Contact us Frequently Asked Questions Can't find an answer to your question below? Send us an email at gensea@savephilippineseas.org About the Gen SEA Application Process I’m not a Filipino citizen. Can I still join Gen SEA? No, the program is for Filipino citizens only. I’m not living in the Philippines. Can I still join Gen SEA? No. You must be living, studying, or working in the Philippines. I’m 17. Can I apply for Gen SEA? If you are 18 by January 22, 2025, then you may apply. I’m 24 and above but I’m really active in environmental advocacies. Can I still apply? Only participants 18-23 years of age and Filipino citizens are allowed to apply. Why does there need to be an age limit? Being an advocate has no age limit – anyone can be an empowered seatizen. But for training programs like Gen SEA, activities, sessions and modules are more effective if they are created specifically for an age range, rather than a general audience. Generally, people also tend to be more comfortable working with and sharing their experiences, opinions, and ideas with their peers, compared to others way below or above their age. We decided to have the age range of 18-23 years old for the participants because these are crucial formative years when young adults go through experiences that will influence their career choices. By participating in Gen SEA, we hope that they will be inspired to dedicate more of their time and talents for conservation efforts and maybe even decide to specialize in fields that are geared towards developmental work. Gen SEA Participation The schedule coincides with my school/work schedule. Will you provide an excuse letter or certificate of attendance? We can issue a letter confirming your acceptance, which you may use as a supporting document for your excuse letter addressed to your employer/teachers. Participants who complete the program will be given a certificate of participation. A certificate of attendance may also be issued upon request. I don’t have time for the virtual meetings but I can go to the in-person meeting. Can I still apply? Only participants who complete the virtual meetings will be invited to the in-person meeting. What if I miss an online meeting? Participants will only be allowed to miss one online meeting and the reason must be legitimate (e.g., medical emergency, exam, etc.). Other excuses will be deliberated by the team. I don’t have time to develop an online campaign or project. Can I still apply? Participants must commit to working with fellow participants. Where will the camps be done? Can I choose which camp to participate in based on my preference? You can choose the in-person program based on your availability. The locations of the camps will only be revealed to those who complete the virtual program. What if I prefer a camp venue over the other? Can I request to be transferred? No. What are the technical requirements in joining the session? A stable internet connection is ideal and any device capable of using Zoom. How much would it cost to participate in Gen SEA? Participants are responsible for securing internet connection and a gadget to participate in the virtual components. Expenses related to the in-person activities, such as travel, food, accommodations, and materials are covered by the program. If you are chosen as a participant and are asked to join the in-person gathering, you may bring some pocket money if you want to buy personal items or souvenirs in the local area. Who is behind Gen SEA? Gen SEA is a project of Save Philippine Seas and the French Embassy in the Philippines. Back to main page Contact us

Mangrove Ecology Mangrove-Related Policies A resource page listing mangrove-related policies and legal frameworks in the Philippines Explore Source: https://mangroveecology.com/mangrove-related-policies/ Previous Back to Marine Ecosystems Next

Climate Science Ltd. Personal Action - How to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint and Solve Climate Change An online course discussing the importance of individual actions in solving climate change, exploring different aspects of consumption and lifestyle. Start this course Source: https://climatescience.org/simple-eating-shopping Previous Back to Climate Change Resources Next

RESOURCES Letters to Leaders Stop global whining and speak up! We've created editable letters to help you reach out to leaders, business owners, and other heads of organizations. Download them by clicking the "MAKE WAVES" button, because that's what your voice is about to do. Don't forget to edit the highlighted sections as appropriate. These are just templates that are meant to serve as a guide. Use your imagineocean! Keep us updated, yes? Email us about the letters you've written, the recipient's reaction, challenges you’re facing, or additional ideas for Letters to Leaders. We’d love to shellebrate your success on- and offline. Contact us at info@savephilippineseas.org . Now go and seas the day! Waste Management ADVOCATING FOR ECO-FRIENDLY PRACTICES IN EVENTS MAKE WAVES CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES Did you attend an event that generated a large volume of plastics and other disposables? Write to the organizers to suggest eco-friendly practices! MAKE WAVES COMMENDING ECO-FRIENDLY EVENTS CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES Give credit where credit is due! Send a letter to event organizers to pat their backs for minimizing wastes. This will inspire them to continue such practices. The world could use more compliments! MAKE WAVES ADVOCATING FOR ECO-FRIENDLY PRACTICES IN RESORTS/HOTELS CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES If it bothered you that the sheets and towels were changed every day or that the welcome drink was served in a straw, get in touch with the staff and share ways they could be kinder to Momma Earth. COMMENDING ECO-FRIENDLY RESORTS/HOTELS MAKE WAVES CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES Loved the straw-free policy, organic personal care products, and other green practices? Show the attitude of gratitude to encourage the staff! MAKE WAVES PROPOSAL TO BAN SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES Concerned about single-use plastic bags? Express your thoughts to the local legislative council and chief executive officer, and suggest a plastic bag ban. Species Conservation and Protection MARINE TURTLES IN CAPTIVITY MAKE WAVES CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES It’s illegal to keep marine turtles as pets or tourist attractions. Explain what laws being violated and why marine turtles need a much bigger space (like, well, the sea). SHARKS IN CAPTIVITY MAKE WAVES CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES Call on restaurants to stop serving shark’s fin soup! This letter states the potential environmental and health impacts of shark’s fin soup. STOP SERVING SHARK'S FINS SOUP MAKE WAVES CLICK FOR DOWNLOADABLES MAKE WAVES Call on restaurants to stop serving shark’s fin soup! This letter states the potential environmental and health impacts of shark’s fin soup.

Save Philippine Seas is a non-profit organization based in the Philippines that aims to protect and conserve coastal and marine resources through collective action and behavior change through shark conservation, environmental education, and waste management. OUR ADVOCASEA BE A PROUD AND PROACTIVE SEATIZEN! Learn more and get involved by downloading these free resources. with governments, businesses, schools, NGOs, and individuals communities on the value of protecting our marine resources seatizens to take action for conservation and restoration PAPARAZSEA Follow us on Instagram

We are looking for seatizens to help us with campaigns, such as researchers, writers, bloggers, graphic designers, and illustrators. Opportunities for fieldwork are rare since our projects require specific skillsets that we look for within our internal network. Send your CV and sample works, if applicable, to info@savephilippineseas.org . The best way to volunteer for SPS is to download our toolkits and start a revolution in your own community. Please keep us updated on your progress! You can also leave us a message for other inquiries and proposals: Are we manta be?

Change the Current is a climate change education program that leads to action. Why change the current? The Philippines is highly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, such as increased frequency of extreme weather events, extreme rainfall, and sea level rise. Children and youth are experiencing these effects, threatening their wellbeing, survival, and access to social services. To increase their ability to adapt to the climate crisis, we must change the current. Reference: UNICEF Environment and Climate Change Programme "The growth and skills I gained will always be instilled wherever I am in this walk of life. It was a life-changing Change the Current." — YSEALI Change the Current Participant How we're changing the current 60 learners 60 teacher-advisers Participants are selected from four DepEd Divisions that are vulnerable to climate change impacts: Albay, Dipolog, Samar, and Valenzuela. 32 youth leaders (18 to 23 years old) from all over the Philippines representing 25 projects for climate action 295 public school educators across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao Meet our Climate Changemakers The pilot run of Change the Current was an online training in partnership with the Department of Education's Disaster Risk Reduction Management Service and Youth Formation Division and UNICEF Philippines. The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative (YSEALI) Change the Current (CTC) seeks to empower Filipino youth, 18 to 23 years old, by developing leadership and entrepreneurial skills and leading climate change-related projects in their communities. Participants are expected to attend a virtual training program and propose climate change adaptation and mitigation projects in their home communities. Fourteen emerging youth leaders joined us for the in-person component of YSEALI Change the Current. The eight workshops of Change the Current 2.0, program to equip teachers in implementing climate change education and action in schools across Luzon, Visayas, to Mindanao teaching and learning from 295 public school teachers. Our Partners Save Philippine Seas 2020-2024 All rights reserved