Oceana and Actor Dennis Haysbert Team Up in New PSA for National Oceans Month
June 06 2024 - 11:11AM
In celebration of National Oceans Month, Oceana launched a
new public service announcement (PSA) today with
renowned American actor and environmental advocate, Dennis
Haysbert. The PSA invites viewers to join Oceana’s growing wave of
ocean advocates who are making a difference around the world.
Haysbert’s narration highlights the impact individuals can have
on the health of the oceans. “The tide isn’t just a gentle ebb and
flow. It’s a mighty force of change,” he reads. “Just like the tide
shapes our shorelines, we can shape our planet’s future and protect
the world’s oceans from its biggest threats.”
A Media Snippet accompanying this announcement is available by
clicking on this link.
“Like many of us, I am worried about the many threats facing our
oceans,” says Haysbert. “From climate change and plastic pollution,
to overfishing and habitat destruction, the need for action has
never been more urgent. Teaming up with organizations like Oceana
gives me hope. We know that the oceans are resilient. With
everyone’s support and awareness, we can help them
recover.”
Haysbert is a longtime supporter of Oceana, frequently attending
and speaking at events including the organization’s SeaChange
Summer Party in Orange County, Calif., and lending his iconic voice
to videos. Oceana campaigns for science-based policies in key
coastal countries to help restore abundant and biodiverse oceans.
With more than 300 victories, Oceana’s campaigns deliver results.
The new PSA begins airing this month on Curiosity Channel, part
of Curiosity Stream’s platforms featuring premium documentary films
and series, among other channels. To become an Oceana Wavemaker
during this year’s National Oceans Month, visit
Oceana.org/Join.
About Oceana Oceana is the largest
international advocacy organization dedicated solely to ocean
conservation. Oceana is rebuilding abundant and biodiverse oceans
by winning science-based policies in countries that control
one-quarter of the world’s wild fish catch. With more than 300
victories that stop overfishing, habitat destruction, oil and
plastic pollution, and the killing of threatened species like
turtles, whales, and sharks, Oceana’s campaigns are delivering
results. A restored ocean means that 1 billion people can enjoy a
healthy seafood meal, every day, forever. Together, we can save the
oceans and help feed the world. Visit Oceana.org to learn
more.
Contacts: Gillian Spolarich,
gspolarich@oceana.org; Anna Baxter, abaxter@oceana.org