Amid intensifying threats to marine ecosystems, the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) Region 6 is urging the public to protect the country’s oceans, as part of the ongoing observance of May as the Month of the Ocean. Through a robust information campaign led by DENR Western Visayas and amplified on social media platforms, the agency is calling on individuals, communities, and sectors to reduce plastic use, support responsible fishing, and advocate for marine conservation. The regional campaign is anchored on this year’s national theme: “Unlock Ocean-Based Solutions to Climate Change: Karagatan ang Solusyon.”

Sornito, I. (2025, May 21). Ocean Month sparks reg'l call to action vs marine crisis. Panay News, pp. 3, 15.