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SUMMARY:UN World Oceans Day - June 7\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:UN World Oceans Day is on June 8. The day will be celebrated on June 7 to accommodate UN operating hours. Every year many events are held on the days before and after June 7\, as well as on the day of. We will announce events and activities soon and hope you can join us! Please see our events last year here.
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/un-world-oceans-day-2024/
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat Visit to NYC - June 16-17\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Peace Boat will visit New York City during the United Nations World Oceans Week in June\, highlighting the 2024 UN World Oceans Day theme of “Awaken New Depths.” We are excited to welcome you onboard for an event hosting partners working to find innovative solutions to accelerate ocean and climate action\, share best practices for responsible ocean stewardship\, and build momentum for peace\, nuclear disarmament\, and achieving the SDGs. Peace Boat will present the Ecoship\, the world’s most environmentally sustainable passenger ship. \nDetails will be announced soon!
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/peace-boat-visit-to-nyc/
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat Visit to NYC - October 16-17
DESCRIPTION:Peace Boat will visit NYC for the second time this year on October 16-17. Please keep an eye out for event announcements!
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/peace-boat-visit-to-nyc-2/
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat US at COP29 - November 11-24\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Peace Boat US will be at COP29\, November 11-24\, 2024\, in Baku\, Azerbaijan. Please see details here.
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/peace-boat-us-at-cop29/
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SUMMARY:Youth Leadership for Ocean and Climate Action: Sharing Inspiration for the UN Ocean Decade
DESCRIPTION:This side event to the UN ECOSOC Youth Forum will highlight the Youth for SDGs program for the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. Youth leaders from around the world will share the work they are doing for ocean and climate action\, with a focus on science education\, and Peace Boat will highlight their recent global voyage to Patagonia and Antarctica\, celebrating the International Year of Glaciers’ preservation with UNESCO. Discussions will be followed by a series of short film screenings related to youth empowerment for the UN Ocean Decade. \n\n13:00 – Welcome\n\n\nSpeakers include:MC – Emilie McGlone\, Director of Peace Boat USMr. Rodrigo Mundaca\, Regional Governor of Valparaíso\, ChileJeremy Raguain\, Senior Programme Officer\, BBNJ Agreement\, Eastern and Southern Africa Regional Office (ESARO)\, International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) \nYouth voices : Future and PresentIlona Da Cruz Gerngross\, Youth for SDGs scholar from FranceJackson Weill\, Peace Boat US Youth RepresentativeAhmed Elsayed\, Global Kids\, Youth Representative from COP 29Jose Maidana\, Peace Boat US – Youth for SDGsMarina Testino\, Director of Strategic Partnerships at Earth Partner \nOcean and InnovationShannen Henry\, Council on Sustainable Fashion and Design of GrenadaNoemi Florea\, Creatives for Our Future programme alumniAndrea Reyes\, Executive Director of the NYC Fair Trade CoalitionMeredith Morris\, Senior Director of Advancement\, XPRIZE \n14:00 – Film Screenings for the UN Ocean Decade\nIntroduction by Emy Kane from Lonely WhaleSpecial preview of Seaweed Stories\, narrated by Forest Whitaker and presented by Lonely Whale in association with Re:wild\, before its global release in June for UN World Oceans DayFilm screening of “HOPE” by Luis Barreto – Peace Boat’s Youth for SDGs Arctic programOcean and Climate Youth Ambassador film by Ryan Carl\, Peace BoatThe Story of Hawaii\, a 100% Renewable Energy Future with Blue Planet AlliancePeace Boat’s Ecoship\, Sailing for Sustainability with Solar and Wind EnergyOceanic Global film preview of “Guardians of the Mangroves” with introduction by Anna Dukar\, CFO\, Oceanic Global \nPartnership Announcements:Exhibition by Peace Boat US – UN Ocean Decade ProgramsExhibition by Fair Trade Fashion CoalitionXprize – Special Youth Announcement by Meredith Morris for design thinking
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/youth-leadership-for-ocean-and-climate-action-sharing-inspiration-for-the-un-ocean-decade/
LOCATION:777 UN Plaza\, New York City\, NY\, 10017\, United States
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat US Participates in the United Nations Ocean Conference - Nice\, France\, June 9-13\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Peace Boat US is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming high-level 2025 United Nations Conference to Support the Implementation of Sustainable Development Goal 14: Conserve and sustainably use the oceans\, seas and marine resources for sustainable development\, which will be co-hosted by France and Costa Rica and held in Nice\, France\, from June 9 – 13\, 2025. Peace Boat US looks forward to coordinating and organizing events with government\, United Nations and civil society partners throughout the Conference advocating for the sustainability of our Ocean.\n\nClick here for Peace Boat US activity list\n\nThe overarching theme of the conference is “Accelerating action and mobilizing all actors to conserve and sustainably use the ocean.” The conference aims to support further and urgent action to conservation and sustainable use of sea and marine resources for sustainable development and identify further ways and means to support the implementation of SDG 14\, Life Below Water.\n\nIn parallel to the official program\, a limited number of high-level side events may be organized by UN Member States\, UN entities\, International Organizations (IGOs)\, and all accredited stakeholders. Peace Boat US will hosting an array of events during this important week.
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/peace-boat-us-participates-in-the-united-nations-ocean-conference-nice-france-june-9-13-2025/
LOCATION:Nice\, France\, France
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat in NYC: “TIME FOR PEACE: For Future Generations” – June 29\,2025
DESCRIPTION:Peace Boat will return to New York City on June 29-30\, 2025. While docked in Manhattan on June 29\, an invitation-only event “Time for Peace: For Future Generations” will be held onboard in collaboration with the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA). \nThis event will consider the consequences of past uses of nuclear weapons\, present efforts led by civil society\, diplomats and multilateral organisations to eradicate these threats\, and the future we strive to create together. Several panels will be held including first-hand testimony of nuclear weapons\, as well as perspectives from youth and other experts and artistic contributions to raise awareness about peace. Event participants will be invited to also view the outreach edition of the Nobel Peace Center’s Nobel Peace Prize Exhibition “A Message to Humanity” exhibition currently onboard the Peace Boat’s vessel\, featuring many of the powerful and moving exhibits of Nihon Hidankyo’s work that are on display in Oslo\, including photographs by Magnum photographer Antoine d’Agata. This will be followed by a networking reception also onboard the ship. \nThis event is by invitation only. To attend\, you will have received an invitation and registration code directly from Peace Boat or a partner organization.
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/peace-boat-in-nyc-time-for-peace-for-future-generations-june-292025/
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SUMMARY:HLPF Side Event - Mobilizing Youth for Ocean and Climate Action: Harnessing Citizen Science and Capacity-Building
DESCRIPTION:This side event will highlight the importance of mobilizing youth to accelerate ocean and climate action through capacity-building and citizen science. It will showcase the power of youth representation in shaping ocean governance\, supporting local sustainable development and an inclusive blue economy. Featuring initiatives\, such as Peace Boat’s “Youth for the SDGs” programs for the UN Ocean Decade\, Nuclear Age Peace Foundation (NAPF) and Reverse the Trend’s programs for disarmament and peacebuilding\, as well as the United Nations’ efforts to raise awareness for sustainable development\, the event will emphasize cross-sector partnerships for youth engagement in research\, policy\, and outreach. \nSpeakers will come from diverse regions and sectors and include youth leaders\, civil society organizations and academia.  Youth leaders from around the world will also share their work for ocean and climate action\, with a focus on science education.\n*Guests must have a valid UN Grounds Pass to attend
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/un-hlpf-side-event-youth-leadership-on-ocean-and-climate-action-through-intergenerational-capacity-building-programs/
LOCATION:United Nations Headquarters\, Conference Room C
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SUMMARY:HLPF Side Event – Youth Leadership on Ocean and Climate Action Through Capacity Building
DESCRIPTION:As part of the UN High-Level Political Forum\, this side event will showcase youth empowerment and leadership for ocean and climate action. \nThe objective of this session is to explore and showcase storytelling as a powerful capacity-building tool in addressing the climate crisis. Through engaging narratives and compelling examples\, we aim to highlight both the profound impacts of climate change on various communities and ecosystems\, as well as innovative and effective solutions being implemented around the world. \nThe interplay of science\, policy\, and storytelling is crucial in shaping the climate movement. While data and policy frameworks lay the groundwork for understanding and addressing the climate crisis\, it is storytelling that has the power to resonate deeply with individuals\, inspiring action and fostering a collective sense of responsibility. \nEqually important are the stories of success—narratives that showcase effective solutions\, resilience\, and innovation. By sharing these stories\, we can shift the climate narrative from one of despair to one of possibility\, demonstrating that while there is no single solution to the climate crisis\, a multitude of effective strategies exist. These stories serve as beacons of hope\, motivating individuals and communities to engage in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and climate action\, reinforcing the idea that a sustainable future is within reach.
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/hlpf-side-event-youth-leadership-on-ocean-and-climate-action-through-capacity-building-july-22-2025/
LOCATION:777 UN Plaza\, New York City\, NY\, 10017\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T140000
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SUMMARY:Blue Innovation Reception Onboard Peace Boat in New York City: From Climate Week NYC to COP 30
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URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/blue-innovation-reception-onboard-peace-boat-in-new-york-city-from-climate-week-nyc-to-cop-30/
LOCATION:Manhattan Cruise Terminal
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260610T170000
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SUMMARY:Ocean Gala & Blue Innovation Reception Onboard Peace Boat in NYC - June 10\, 2026
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URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/ocean-gala-blue-innovation-reception-onboard-peace-boat-in-nyc/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260619
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat will host the Blue Innovation Reception: Sailing Towards the Nature Pledge
DESCRIPTION:In the port of Cristobal\, Panama on Thursday\, June 18 \nPeace Boat is an international NGO established in 1983 which carries out global voyages for peace and sustainability on the large Panama-flagged passenger ship Pacific World\, visiting 100 ports of call each year\, including several calls to Panama annually. Peace Boat holds Special Consultative Status with United Nations ECOSOC\, and as a committed campaigner for the UN Sustainable Development Goals\, travels the world to promote the United Nations 2030 Agenda with nearly 2000 participants onboard each voyage. \n \nAs part of the 123rd Global Voyage\, Peace Boat will next visit the port of Cristobal on Thursday June 18. During this visit the organization will carry out various activities both touristic and educational\, including programs to promote a sustainable blue economy and nature-based solutions within the framework of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development. \nOn the evening of June 18\, Peace Boat will host a special “Blue Innovation Reception” onboard our ship. This event will showcase the partnerships for an inclusive blue economy. Featuring keynote speeches\, panel discussions\, and performances\, the event will bring together representatives from the diplomatic community\, the United Nations\, foundations and the private sector\, sharing best practices for responsible ocean stewardship with a focus on learning from the Nature Pledge of Panama. Peace Boat will also present its “Youth for the SDGs” scholarship program\, held in collaboration with Blue Planet Alliance\, now an officially endorsed ‘Contribution’ to the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development by IOC UNESCO\, and Ecoship\, an environmentally sustainable passenger ship\, working towards decarbonization of the maritime sector and innovative solutions for a sustainable blue economy. \n*Attendance is by special invitation only
URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/blue-innovation-panama-nature-pledge/
LOCATION:Cristobal\, Panama
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SUMMARY:Sailing for a Sustainable Future: Multi-Stakeholder Engagement for the SDGs
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URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/sailing-for-a-sustainable-future-multi-stakeholder-engagement-for-the-sdgs/
LOCATION:777 UN Plaza 2F
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260920T080000
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SUMMARY:Peace Boat US at Climate Week NYC - September 20-27\, 2026
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URL:https://peaceboat-us.org/event/peace-boat-us-at-climate-week-nyc-2026/
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