Every November, thousands of young scouts from across Portugal come together to celebrate the Month of the Sea, an initiative combining environmental education, active citizenship, and direct contact with nature. The programme is run in partnership with Oceano Azul Foundation, the Oceanário de Lisboa, and the country’s main scouting youth associations:

• Corpo Nacional de Escutas (CNE)
• Associação de Guias de Portugal (AGP)
• Associação de Escoteiros de Portugal (AEP)
• Associação Juventude Adventista (AJA)

During this month, participants take part in clean-up activities along coastal areas, beaches, riverbanks, and streams, aiming to raise awareness, inspire sustainable behaviours, and strengthen young people’s connection to the ocean.

A celebration with impact

In 2025, the Month of the Sea marked its 7th consecutive edition:

• 5,347 young participants
• Over 100 clean-up actions
• +80km of coastline and riverbanks cleaned
• Over 9 tonnes of marine litter collected

For the first time, the initiative also included the participation of more than 3,100 students and teachers from 60 schools across the country.

The initiative stands out for its decentralised, educational, collaborative, and family-oriented nature. It involves scouting groups from across the country and encourages families to join in, creating a truly shared experience of environmental stewardship.

A future with new tides

The Month of the Sea is proof that young people are at the forefront of ocean action. Each year, this celebration highlights their role as agents of change, capable of transforming communities and inspiring future generations.

Join the next wave of action!

If you represent a youth association, scouting group, school, or local organisation, you can take part in this national mobilisation for ocean protection.

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