DENPASAR, balitourismnow.com – Visitors can look forward to an enriching and inspiring experience as World Ocean Day, Coral Triangle Day, and the Road to Ocean Impact Summit are commemorated at Peninsula Island, ITDC Nusa Dua, Bali, on Sunday, June 7, 2026.
More than just a celebration, the event serves as a collective effort to protect marine ecosystems while offering the public an opportunity to experience Indonesia’s rich marine biodiversity firsthand and learn about environmental conservation.
The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, together with WWF-Indonesia, Konservasi Indonesia, GIZ Indonesia, CTI-CFF, Coral Triangle Center, Yayasan Pesisir Lestari, and Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia, is inviting communities across the country to join this collaborative movement for ocean protection.
“Efforts to protect our oceans become stronger when driven through collaboration,” said Ahmad Aris, Director of Coastal and Small Islands Affairs, in an official statement issued in Denpasar on Friday, June 5, 2026.
This year’s World Ocean Day theme, “Know Your Ocean, Take Action,” highlights the importance of awareness, education, and meaningful action to ensure Indonesia’s oceans remain healthy and productive for both present and future generations.
The event provides a collaborative platform for government institutions, local communities, youth, academics, community organizations, and the private sector to encourage active participation in marine conservation, marine debris management, and sustainable ocean resource management.
The celebration is part of a broader nationwide initiative that has been taking place since mid-May across 17 locations in Indonesia, including Jakarta, Tangerang, Surabaya, Bali, Alor, Kupang, Wakatobi, Derawan, Moa (Southwest Maluku), Paloh, Makassar, Central Sulawesi, Teluk Jor (East Lombok), Palopo, Labuan Bajo, Teluk Saleh, and Ambon, culminating on June 7.
Additional partners supporting the initiative include Save the Children, Delterra, EcoNusa, Marine Buddies, and the Plastic Free Ocean Network.
These collaborative efforts encompass a range of activities, including the Healthy and Waste-Free Ocean Movement (Laut SEBASAH), Indonesia Beach School programs, mangrove planting, coastal management education, and various conservation initiatives aimed at transforming celebration into meaningful action.
The program seeks to raise public awareness that protecting the ocean means safeguarding food security, public health, and the future well-being of Indonesian communities.
“We deeply appreciate the support of our partners, community groups, young people, and coastal communities from across the country who have actively participated in initiatives ranging from beach clean-ups and coastal ecosystem restoration to public education and campaigns to reduce waste entering the ocean,” Ahmad Aris added.
These initiatives demonstrate that ocean protection is a shared responsibility that can begin with simple actions at the local level.
“In line with the Ministry’s Blue Economy policy, efforts to reduce marine waste, address existing ocean pollution, rehabilitate coastal ecosystems, and strengthen public awareness must continue to be enhanced to ensure our oceans remain healthy, productive, and sustainable,” he said.
At the main event in Bali, visitors will have the opportunity to engage directly with experts through interactive talk shows, creative workshops, educational exhibitions, a marine species kite festival, cultural performances such as Wayang Samudera, and various family-friendly activities.
The event will also feature community leaders actively involved in conservation and sustainability efforts, including Komang Ruditha Hartawan from TPST-3R Desa Adat Seminyak, a community partner supported by CCEP Indonesia.
Other speakers include Sumardin from Pokdarwis Rangko in West Manggarai, Christiani Valentine from BUMDes Manandang Kaliuda in East Sumba, East Nusa Tenggara, along with other local leaders who will share their experiences and insights.
The program will also showcase renowned Balinese kite artist I Kadek Dwi Armika, who is supporting the Marine Species Kite Festival and Workshop.
“Through art and culture, conservation messages can be communicated in a more engaging and accessible way. The Marine Species Kite Festival encourages people to learn about Indonesia’s extraordinary marine biodiversity while understanding the importance of protecting marine habitats,” he explained.
Dewi Lestari Yani Rizki, Chief Conservation Officer of WWF-Indonesia Foundation, stated that World Ocean Day and Coral Triangle Day 2026 serve as a reminder that protecting the ocean is not only about preserving nature, but also about ensuring sustainable sources of protein, nutrition, and livelihoods for millions of people.
The activities at Peninsula Island are expected to become an important public education platform, showcasing the implementation of Indonesia’s Blue Economy approach through marine conservation, marine waste management, and coastal ecosystem restoration.
“We invite everyone in Bali to join us and learn directly from experts. Together, let us create a healthier future for Indonesia’s oceans,” said Dewi Lestari Yani Rizki.
World Ocean Day and Coral Triangle Day 2026 are organized through a collaboration between the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries, WWF-Indonesia, Konservasi Indonesia, GIZ Indonesia, CTI-CFF, Yayasan Pesisir Lestari, Coral Triangle Center, and numerous partners.
The initiative is further supported by Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Indonesia as part of its commitment to advancing ocean protection efforts and strengthening conservation initiatives that contribute to a sustainable Blue Economy in Indonesia. [buda]