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Join us as we celebrate the Coral Triangle - the richest marine environment on the planet! On June 9th, individuals, businesses, and institutions that are passionate about healthy seas are coming together to share one simple message: Let's protect the oceans that connect us all



Submit your Coral Triangle Day event to us. Please write down your event's name, date and time, venue, and a short description.


Event Location Date
No Ordinary Fish Market - Sustainable Seafood Festival - South Tangerang, Banten "Nine Walk Jl. Maleo (Bintaro Jaya Sektor 9), South Tangerang, Banten" 07/Jun/2014

No Ordinary Fish Market - Sustainable Seafood Festival - South Tangerang, Banten

07/Jun/2014 - 08/Jun/2014

A fish market where visitors can have face-to-face interaction with fishermen implementing best fishing and aquaculture practices, and buy high quality responsible seafood products.

The event is supported by the community of Bintaro, JARING Nusantara (a network of best fishers and NGOs), Fish 'n Blues (a supplier), chefs from Trisakti Tourism Academy and WWF-Indonesia.


General lecture - Universitas Hasanuddin, Makassar "University of Hasanuddin Jl. Perintis Kemerdekaan KM.10, Makassar, Sulawesi Selatan" 09/Jun/2014

General lecture - Universitas Hasanuddin, Makassar

09/Jun/2014

The general lecture is open only to students and faculty members of University of Hasanuddin, local NGOs, local government of South Sulawesi Province and Marine Affairs and Fisheries. The lecture will carry the topic: "The Roles of CTI CFF in Coral Reefs Conservation based on Community".

Organizers: Marine Students Association and Marine Science Diving Club of University of Hasanuddin.


National Forum of Coastal Regents in Coral Triangle Area - Singaraja, Bali "Banyualit Spa & Resort, Lovina Singaraja, Bali 09/Jun/2014

National Forum of Coastal Regents in Coral Triangle Area - Singaraja, Bali

09/Jun/2014 - 10/Jun/2014

The meeting is expected to produce a joint declaration for the improvement and strengthening of the role of local governments in implementing the CTI-CFF NPOA. They would seek to form an Association of leaders that would concentrate on the communication and outreach needs of marine programs and the conservation of coral reefs and their associated marine ecosystems. This forum is intended as an opportunity to develop implementation plans for CTI-CFF at each location for the participants in order to achieve the goals of the National Plan of Action.

The activity is called: National Forum of Coastal Regents in Coral Triangle area, with the theme of "Optimizing the Role of Local Governments in Implementing CTI Plans of Action at the National Level (National Plan of Action, NPOA)".

This activity will consist of 2 (two) main events:
1. A Seminar/ Workshop on the role of local government in implementing activities to achieve the CTI-CFF National Plan of Action.
2. A Field Trip to the marine fisheries, aquaculture and tourism centers in the district of Buleleng.

The participants of the meeting are;
- Regents / Mayors from across the Coastal Districts in Indonesia within the Coral Triangle Region;
- the Ministry of Home Affairs;
- the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries;
- the Ministry of Forestry;
- the Ministry of Environment;
- Department of Marine Fisheries / SKPD in charge of marine affairs and fisheries from all regions in Indonesia Coastal District within the Coral Triangle Region;
- Secretariat of the NCC CTI-CFF;
- Secretariat of Regional CTI-CFF;
- Partners and NGOs; and
- Private Sector Representatives

Organizers: Ministry of Internal Affairs, Directorate of Coastal Development, Local Government of Buleleng, NCC Indonesia, and CI Indonesia.


Outreach in 10 Outer Islands - Sulawesi Selatan 10 Outer Islands (Alor, Masela, Wetar, Maratua, Kakarotan, Anambas, Marore, Bepondi, Panambulai, Manterau dan Sebatik) 06/Jun/2014

Outreach in 10 Outer Islands - Sulawesi Selatan

06/Jun/2014 - 09/Jun/2014

Outreach will be held in 10 Outer Islands (Alor, Masela, Wetar, Maratua, Kakarotan, Anambas, Marore, Bepondi, Panambulai, Manterau dan Sebatik) to raise awarness on coral reefs conservation.

Facilitator: Destructive Fishing Watch (DFW) Indonesia


Outreach to school children and community in 10 Outer Islands Alor, Masela, Wetar, Maratua, Kakarotan, Anambas, Marore, Bepondi, Panambulai, Manterau dan Sebatik 09/Jun/2014

Outreach to school children and community in 10 Outer Islands

09/Jun/2014

Outreach to school children and community in 10 Outer Islands (Alor, Masela, Wetar, Maratua, Kakarotan, Anambas, Marore, Bepondi, Panambulai, Manterau dan Sebatik) to raise awarness on coral reefs conservation.

Facilitator: Destructive Fishing Watch (DFW) Indonesia


Film screening (documentary) "Mubur Village, Anambas and Tanjung Harapan, Maratua Island " 09/Jun/2014

Film screening (documentary)

09/Jun/2014

Film screening with the theme of marine environment, climate change and coral reefs in Anambas Island and Maratua Island. This activity aims to provide education to the community through visualization and story-telling. The event is open to local villagers and school children.

Supported by: National Council on Climate Change (NCCC).


Campaign & community commitment signing on coral reef conservation efforts - Makassar "Losari Beach, Makassar " 08/Jun/2014

Campaign & community commitment signing on coral reef conservation efforts - Makassar

08/Jun/2014

The event involves a campaign and a public signing as a token of of public commitment to care for coral reef conservation efforts. This activity also marks the launch of the Indonesian Coral Reef Action Network (I-CAN), a movement of various civil society elements to work together in the management of coral reef ecosystems in an integrated manner.

Supported by: Destructive Fishing Watch (DFW) Indonesia


Underwater & beach clean-up, and Community Leader Award - Pajenekang Island "Pajenekang Island, Pangkep " 09/Jun/2014

Underwater & beach clean-up, and Community Leader Award - Pajenekang Island

09/Jun/2014 - 10/Jun/2014 07:00 - 17:00

Underwater and beach clean up at Pajanekang beach, will be involve the whole people who reside in Pajenekang Island. 
The Community Leader Award will be awarded to Mr. Daeng Santa, a community leader who has shown great concern with the coral reefs conservation in the Pajenekang Island.

Supported by: Office of Marines Affairs and Fisheries Pangkep District 


Kids competition, Raja Ampat, Papua, West Papua, Indonesia TNC Field Stations in Southeast Misool and Kofiau, Raja Ampat 10/Jun/2014

Kids competition, Raja Ampat, Papua, West Papua, Indonesia

10/Jun/2014 - 13/Jun/2014

Drawing and writing competition for kids to raise awareness on importance of marine resources for their way of life.


Media Discussion on Coral Reef Management for People's Welfare in East Nusa Tenggara - Kupang, East Timor Express newspaper's office in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia 06/Jun/2014

Media Discussion on Coral Reef Management for People's Welfare in East Nusa Tenggara - Kupang, East

06/Jun/2014

In collaboration with environmental journalists (under the coordination of the Society of Indonesian Environmental Journalists/SIEJ) in Kupang, East Nusa Tenggara, CT Day celebrated through a media discussion about the the province's natural resources and how they are managed to benefit people/people's welfare. Resource persons/speakers were from the provincial government, academia, environmental NGOs, fishers association and media editors.


Mini exhibition at International Seminar on Biodiversity, Waisai, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia Waisai Beach 17/Jun/2014

Mini exhibition at International Seminar on Biodiversity, Waisai, Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia

17/Jun/2014

Celebrating CT Day at a side-event during the seminar. We will showcase images and materials.


Twitter Campaign - Indonesia and Beyond Jakarta 06/Jun/2014

Twitter Campaign - Indonesia and Beyond

06/Jun/2014 - 12/Jun/2014

We popularize hashtag #CoralTriangleDay & #CTDay2014 to wider public by engaging with some twitter buzzers namely @wegoID (51.8K followers), @TravelingID (17.3K followers) and @ArievRahman (94.6K followers), @Liputan9 (732K followers)


Talk Show on "Protect the Coral Triangle, Provide more fish for the world", Jakarta, Indonesia @america, Pacific Place 3rd Fl. Jakarta, Indonesia 10/Jun/2014

Talk Show on "Protect the Coral Triangle, Provide more fish for the world", Jakarta, Indonesia

10/Jun/2014 13:30

The talkshow is hosted by US Embassy. Three panelists Gondan Renosari from TNC, Hendra Yusran Siry from Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries and Arie Parikesit, a culinary expert, will explain the threats and advantages of coral reefs for human being. The event will invite students and open for public as well. www.atamerica.or.id.


CTC CT Day 2014 Celebration Open House - Educative games for children - Sanur, Bali "CTC Office Jl. Danau Tamblingan 78, Sanur, Denpasar 80228, Indonesia" 09/Jun/2014

CTC CT Day 2014 Celebration Open House - Educative games for children - Sanur, Bali

09/Jun/2014

Event details:
10.00 - 11.00 Fun Learning Class for Kids
11.00 - 12.00 Sustainable Fishing Game for Kids
12.00 - 13.00 Lunch and Prize Ceremony


CTC CT Day 2014 Celebration Fun Learning and Games for Kids - Nusa Lembongan, Bali Nusa Lembongan, Bali 09/Jun/2014

CTC CT Day 2014 Celebration Fun Learning and Games for Kids - Nusa Lembongan, Bali

09/Jun/2014 - 11/Jun/2014

Event details:
10.00 - 11.00 Fun Learning Class for Kids
11.00 - 12.00 Sustainable Fishing Game for Kids
12.00 - 13.00 Lunch and Prize Ceremony

This event is marked as "tentative". For confirmation please contact: 
Edwin Shri Bimo [email protected]


Coral Triangle Study Tour - Bataan, Philippines Bantay Pawikan Conservation Inc. site, Morong, Bataan 16/Jun/2014

Coral Triangle Study Tour - Bataan, Philippines

16/Jun/2014

Study Tour to be organized by the NCCC for Grade 8 students to enhance the awareness of students on coastal and marine resources conservation.


Event Location Date
Kick-Off Ceremony - Quezon City, the Philippines Ninoy Aquino Parks and Wildife Center, Diliman, Quezon City 09/Jun/2014

Kick-Off Ceremony - Quezon City, the Philippines

09/Jun/2014

IEC materials were placed around the Ninoy Aquino Parks providing information on the Coral Triangle and the Philippines' celebration to the CT Day.


Information campaing on CT Day and marine environment Barangay Kinatarcan, Sante Fe, Bantayan Island 07/Jun/2014

Information campaing on CT Day and marine environment

07/Jun/2014 - 08/Jun/2014

7 June - this day's event will focus on the children of the islands, where a film showing and games about the ocean will be conducted, and it will culminate with the feeding program.
8 June - we will focus on the fishers, where a mass will be held, followed by talks and presentations.

Activities will be conducted by the Santo Nino Augustinian Social Development Foundation and Sea Knight


Agio Forum on Coral Triangle Initiative and Coral Triangle Day "The Philippine Information Agency Office Region 7, Gorordo Avenue, Cebu City" 27/May/2014

Agio Forum on Coral Triangle Initiative and Coral Triangle Day

27/May/2014

The forum was well attended by partner agencies. It was hosted by the Philippine Information Agency and print, TV and radio media was at hand to cover the event. The event was also covered live by a radio station. Hon. Thadeo Ouano, Provincial Board Member, was also present to discuss the Provincial Resolution on CT Day that he authored. Philippine Navy, Bureau of Fishries and Aquatic Resources and Sea Knights completed the panel of discussants for the event.  


Month of the Ocean Culmination Activity and Launching of Coral Triangle Day Celebration Barangy Alegria Covered Court, Barangay Alegria, Municipality of Cordova 30/May/2014

Month of the Ocean Culmination Activity and Launching of Coral Triangle Day Celebration

30/May/2014

This was hosted by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources Region 7. Press people (TV, print and radio) covered the event. To highlight the launching of the CT Day, Autonomous Reef Monitoring Structure was established inside the Alegria Marine Sanctuary. Dir. Mundita Lim, representatives from USAID and NOAA were present to witness the occasion.


Coral Triangle Day celebration Central Taytay National High School, Barangay Poblacion; Pamantolon National High School, Barangay Pamantolon; Canique National High School, Barangay Canique; Busy Bees National High School, Barangay Busy Bees; Calawag National High School, Barangay 10/Jun/2014

Coral Triangle Day celebration

10/Jun/2014 - 12/Jun/2014

Event details not provided


CT Day celebration in Pulchra Resorts Pulchra Resorts, Barangay San Isidro, Municipality of San Fernando 06/Jun/2014

CT Day celebration in Pulchra Resorts

06/Jun/2014 08:00

The day started with a beach clean up at 6:30 a.m. by all the employees of Pulchra Resorts. It was followed by a short parade at 8:00 a.m. inside the resort with selected employees wearing environment-themed costumes. Then each group presented a dance drama with the theme: Caring for the Environment. This was hosted by Pulchra management and family members of the entire staff were invited. 


CT Day Advance Celebration - Doong Island, Bantayan, Cebu Doong Island, Bantayan, Cebu 03/Jun/2014

CT Day Advance Celebration - Doong Island, Bantayan, Cebu

03/Jun/2014

Sea Knights together with the people of Doong Island, Bantayan Cebu will join the celebration of Coral Triangle Day in an advance celebration on June 3, 2014 at Doong Island, Bantayan, Cebu. This event is open to public, and is geared towards the preservation of what's left in Bantayan Seas, restoration of the damaged underwater treasures and making Bantayanons the greatest stewards of their seas.

More info: 
Ciony Sia​ [email protected]


Sustainable Seafood Event - Costa Del Hamilo "Arribada Lounge, Pico de Loro Cove, Hamilo Coast Nasugbu, Batangas" 09/Jun/2014

Sustainable Seafood Event - Costa Del Hamilo

09/Jun/2014 10:30

Culinary sensation Bobby Chinn celebrates Coral Triangle Day with WWF for the third time since its launch on in June 9, 2012. WWF-Philippines' ecotourism partner Hamilo Coast shall host the event at the Pico de Loro Cove in Batangas. Bobby will prepare three dishes that will help promote better seafood alternatives and viable solutions that protect the Coral Triangle region's marine wealth. Through this partnership with Bobby Chinn and Hamilo Coast for Coral Triangle Day, WWF hopes to highlight the need to rehabilitate the Coral Triangle’s reefs from decades of damage and build a sustainable means of livelihood for fishermen.

​More info: 
Maia C Melencio [email protected]


Coral Triangle Day and Philippines Environment month "The Podium, Manila, Philippines " 18/Jun/2014

Coral Triangle Day and Philippines Environment month

18/Jun/2014 - 24/Jun/2014

Launching of book for youth "In Tropical Seas", which describes the various tropical marine ecosystems and their importance and connectivity, and associated art exhibition of underwater paintings. Sponsored by THE CTI, Phil National CTI Coordinating Committee, Australian Embassy, The Podium, Zobel Foundation and UGEC printers.

For more info: 
Willa Santiago, Australian Embassy [email protected] 


Ocean Jam - the Philippines TBD 20/Jun/2014

Ocean Jam - the Philippines

20/Jun/2014

An Ocean Jam will be organized by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources to bring together local artists and bands to promote awareness on Coastal and Marine Resources management.

For more information, please contact: 
Jhorace Engay [email protected]


Event Location Date
Coral Triangle Day with Universiti Malaysia Sabah & Borneo Marine Research Institute Borneo Marine Research Institute, Universiti Malaysia Ssabah, Jalan UMS, 88400 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, Malaysia 23/Jun/2014

Coral Triangle Day with Universiti Malaysia Sabah & Borneo Marine Research Institute

23/Jun/2014 - 26/Jun/2014

CTI Posters exhibition and CTI quizzes activities are open to all visitors of UMS Aquarium and Museum between 23-26 June 2014. The main purpose of the activities is to introduce the role of CTI and update activities of each CTI goals in Malaysia to public.
Citizen Science workshop (for adults) and Marine Resources mapping workshop (for children age 11-12) are part of awareness programs jointly organized by various local CTI Malaysia stakeholders (Wildlife Department, WWF and Reef Check Malaysia).


First regional Sustainable Seafood Festival (MySSF14) - Kuala Lumpur The Intermark, Kuala Lumpur 07/Jun/2014

First regional Sustainable Seafood Festival (MySSF14) - Kuala Lumpur

07/Jun/2014 - 08/Jun/2014

No fishy business... just plenty of fun at this event which is held in conjunction with the World Oceans Day (8 June) and Coral Triangle Day (9 June). The festival is also celebrated in Singapore, Japan and Indonesia, as part of WWF’s ongoing initiative to raise awareness on the global decline of fish stocks and to collaborate with the government, businesses and local communities towards achieving a sustainable fisheries management.

We promise an array of exciting activities from your plates to palettes:
- Cooking demonstrations by Executive Chefs
- Free S.O.S Art Jam
- SOS Mascot Design Competition (Result)
- Mascots Meet & Greet
- Sustainable Seafood Menu Promotion at PJ Hilton, KL Hilton, Grand Hyatt KL and DoubleTree Hilton
- S.O.S Mob
- S.O.S Quiz

For more info, visit: http://www.saveourseafood.my/myssf2014/


Sustainable Seafood Selfie Photo Contest - Malaysia 4 Participating hotels in Malaysia (see the full description) 01/Jun/2014

Sustainable Seafood Selfie Photo Contest - Malaysia

01/Jun/2014 - 30/Jun/2014

Thinking of where to bring your Dad for the upcoming Fathers' Day? Participating hotels will showcase new, authentic recipes using sustainable seafood choices during the festival. Here’s your chance to enjoy delicious and delectable seafood dishes specially prepared by these hotels using responsibly-harvested seafood. Duration of sustainable seafood menu promotion varies for different hotels:

- Paya Serai, Hilton PJ : 1-8 June
- Graze, Hilton KL: 1-14 June
- Tosca, DoubleTree by Hilton KL: 1 -30 June
- Thirty8 and Poolside, Grand Hyatt KL : 1-30 June

How to enter:
1. Follow our Instagram @sos_my
2. Snap a creative photo of yourself dining on sustainable seafood at any of our participating hotels (Double Tree KL/Grand Hyatt KL/ Hilton PJ/ Hilton KL)
3. Come up with a creative caption for the photo using #myssf14, #saveourseafood, #jointhesosmovement and remember to tag @sos_my with the photo
4. Post photo(s) from 1-30 June 2014. Only 5 photos will be chosen and winners will be notified via Instagram and Facebook.

Terms & Conditions
1. Only 5 entries from each account are allowed.
2. Valid only from 1-30 June 2014.
3. The photos/entries must contain the sustainable seafood dish and a caption.

For more info, visit: http://www.saveourseafood.my/myssf2014/


Be a S.O.S Champion: Create the #saveourseafood trend! - Malaysia Malaysia 01/Jun/2014

Be a S.O.S Champion: Create the #saveourseafood trend! - Malaysia

01/Jun/2014 - 30/Jun/2014

We recognise that members of the public are our champions and spokespersons for this campaign. Here’s your chance to champion the Sustainable Seafood Movement by utilising social media platforms.

From June onwards, snap a photo and upload it through Instagram and hashtag #saveourseafood and mention @sos_my in the caption. You will help make global citizens aware of the sustainable seafood movement we are having here in Malaysia. YOU can decide what seafood is served on the fish counters and in restaurants. Be a part of the cause and Save Our Seafood!

Simple steps to champion our cause:
1. Follow @sos_my on Instagram or like our Save Our Seafood (S.O.S) Campaign on Facebook.
2. Snap a creative photo of the mascot or any other ongoing events at the festival and beyond the festival period
3. Hashtag #saveourseafood and mention @sos_my in the caption (to alert us via Instagram)
4. Post photo(s) on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and get trending!

For more info, visit: http://www.saveourseafood.my/myssf2014/


Event Location Date
Public Awareness - Honiara, Solomon islands National Art Gallery, Point Cruz, Honiara, Solomon islands 05/Jun/2014

Public Awareness - Honiara, Solomon islands

05/Jun/2014

Join the Ministry of Environment, Climate Change, Disaster Management & Meteorology (MECDM) celebrate the World Environment Day, World Oceans Day and Coral Trinagle day by with the launch of Mataniko river Clean up and rehabilitation program. The day will start with official launch of the program, followed by Demonstrations and awareness from partners, and closed with a live band performance and youth market. The event is sponsored by the MECDM and South Pacific Community - Youth at work program.

For more information contact Lysa Wini at [email protected]


Radio Quiz show - Honiara, Solomon islands PAOA FM Radio Station, Panatina Plaza, Honiara, Solomon Islands 09/Jun/2014

Radio Quiz show - Honiara, Solomon islands

09/Jun/2014

Celebrate Coral Triangle Day with PAOA FM Radio by participating in the quiz. This will be done throught the day and including the Kids Happy Hour. This is supported by WWF South Pacific.

​Contact info: Lysa Wini at [email protected]


Presenting Gift Pack to National Leaders - Honiara, Solomon islands Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources (MFMR), MECDM, Ministry of Provincial Government, Prime Ministers Office (Honiara, Solomon Islands) 09/Jun/2014

Presenting Gift Pack to National Leaders - Honiara, Solomon islands

09/Jun/2014

SI NCC will visit key Mînistries and the Prime Minister to present a gift pack containing CT Day promotional items, flash drive with key CTI documents.

​Contact info: Lysa Wini at [email protected]


Event Location Date
Take a tour through the Coral Triangle "Hotel Lobby - Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Denarau Island, Nadi, Fiji" 09/Jun/2014

Take a tour through the Coral Triangle

09/Jun/2014 - 13/Jun/2014 09:00 - 15:00

An Educational Holiday in Paradise!

Learn about the Coral Triangle and how WWF is working with partners and communities to protect this unique region, rich in birodiversity and culture.
The Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa will host a week-long exhibition showcasing the many natural wonders of the Coral Triangle and the efforts that they are making in contributing to ensuring it's protection.
There will be colourful and easy to understand infographics, brochures and factsheets to assist you in understanding how you can be part of the solution.


Event Location Date
Coral Triangle Day Celebration - Dili Tasi Tolu, Dili 09/Jun/2014

Coral Triangle Day Celebration - Dili

09/Jun/2014

75 children from Tasi-Tolu Primary School and 5 teachers will participate in a beach clean-up. 50 government staff from the secretary of state of fisheries will also attend. The programs in this event will be a beach clean-up, as well as a diving programme to clean the litter from the reef.

Following these activities CI-TL will provide morning tea to participants. CI-TL has printed tee-shirts and stickers with CTI, CI an TL goverment logo on them to distribute to participants. All of the CI staff will participate in this event.

The event is sponsored by CI-TL.


What's Happening ?

  1. Images of Coral Triangle Day 2014: Local governments speak up
  2. Saya Sayang Lautan - Official Awareness Video
  3. Website to help fund climate adaptation projects in the Coral Triangle launched
  4. International chef Bobby Chinn promotes sustainable seafood in the Philippines
  5. CTI-CFF Interim Regional Secretariat's Coral Triangle Day 2014 message
  6. Philippine province prepares to mark Coral Triangle Day
  7. Coral Triangle Day highlights need to protect ocean for food and livelihood
  8. Collective power of consumers & businesses: Key to drive sustainable seafood movement
  9. Preserving the rich marine biodiversity of Asia's Coral Triangle
  10. Cebu to mark Coral Triangle Day
  11. Cebu joins Coral Triangle Initiative

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