From advocacy training to Capitol Hill meetings, CHOW panels, and ocean celebrations, SYRUP 2025 brought youth from across the globe to D.C. for a powerful week of learning, lobbying, and leading the charge for ocean conservation and environmental justice.

From June 2–7, 2024, Sea Youth Rise Up united global youth in D.C. for a week of training, lobbying, and ocean advocacy. They met with lawmakers, attended CHOW, and heard from 40+ experts. Big Blue & You co-led this powerful week of action!