Mini 30x30 - Learn and Discuss Marine Protected Areas

During the 3rd United Nations Ocean Conference (June 2025), students representing thousands of young voices worldwide — including those from two NEBS members, the International School of Nice (France) and Escola Básica e Secundária de Santa Maria (Portugal) — presented an open letter supporting the 30x30 global target to Ambassador Peter Thomson, the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean.

Congratulations to all involved!

Watch the video from the event and see how empowered students are making their voices heard: VIDEO MINI 30X30

Continued participation is encouraged! Students can explore the importance of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) using the educational resources at https://students4ocean.com/, where they can:

· Sign the open letter to the UN calling for action to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030;

· Vote for the top three benefits of MPAs;

· Submit their votes through the online form on the Mini 30×30 website.

Explore the toolbox with useful resources to join the challenge and learn more:

• Call to action for decision-makers;

• Ballot paper ;

• Dive into the MPAs – Presentation for students;

• Teacher’s Guide, including practical activities;

• Certificate of participation.