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World Ocean Day 2026: Action Guide

What is World Ocean Day?

World Ocean Day on June 8th was adopted by the UN General Assembly as a day to celebrate our shared connection to the ocean. Since then, it has become a global moment in the calendar for ocean advocates: consumers, NGOs, businesses, scientists and many high-profile champions to highlight their commitment to the ocean.

Save the date: Join our campaign on June 8th

World Ocean Day is a time to take action. It takes all of us to show how sustainable fishing contributes to protecting our ocean.

Together, we can spread the word and help people understand how much more sustainable fishing means.

Join us whether you are a consumer, an ocean NGO, a business, a scientist, a teacher or an ocean champion.

Click on the image below to check our playbook:


cover WOD playbook 2026

Check what we did in 2025

World Ocean Day 2025 Highlights

World Ocean Day 2025 Highlights

How can you get involved?

Wether you are an MSC certified fisher, seafood brand, retailer, or an NGO, an education organisation, a scientist, a chef or a content creator committed to ocean health and believe in MSC's mission, you can join our campaign in the following ways:

  • Creating content: Develop your own social media posts, videos, posters or banners using the campaign visuals, messages and videos provided by the MSC.
  • Sharing content: Publish campaign materials across your channels: social media, point of sale, website, digital platforms, catalogues or flyers.
  • Hosting or participating in events: Get involved with virtual or in-person events, webinars.
  • Engaging your team: Use the key messages and assets internally to brief and inspire your team, and organise activities to connect them with the campaign mission.

Join the campaign

Be part of World Ocean Day 2026 and help spread the word about sustainable fishing! Contact your local office to gain access to exclusive resources and updates to support your efforts, or if you prefer fill out the form below and we will contact you.