Scuba Dogs Society (SDS) announced the opening of the Captain Call for the 2024 International Coastal Cleanup, the largest environmental event in the world.
This year, the event will take place on Sept. 21, and SDS is inviting people ages 14 and up to register as Captains to lead cleanup activities on Puerto Rico's coasts.
The International Coastal Cleanup (ICC) is a global effort to remove as much waste as possible from coastlines while collecting data on the debris found, with the goal of driving behavioral change and promoting sustainable practices.
This year, SDS will focus on reducing the impact of single-use plastics and encouraging the use of sustainable alternatives.
"We are excited to see young people join such a worthy cause as the international coastal cleanup. Their commitment to the environment and motivation to care for nature is contagious," said María E Ocasio, executive director of SDS.
To serve as a team Captain at ICC 2024, applicants must be at least 14 years old (those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) and have a strong desire to lead, educate and make a difference in their community.
Responsibilities include coordinating cleanups, managing volunteers, overseeing data collection and submitting a detailed final report on the activity.
Interested participants can visit the website here and fill out the form with their information. Once registration is complete, they will receive a confirmation email within 24 to 48 hours. The registration period will remain open through Monday, Aug. 26, 2024.
Scuba Dogs Society, founded in 1993, has led this movement in Puerto Rico since 2002. The organization is dedicated to modeling a culture of harmony with nature through education in action, engaging thousands of volunteers, municipal governments and businesses to ensure a positive environmental impact.
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