Youth are not only the leaders of tomorrow,
they are also the voices of today.
Join us on Saturday, May 30, 2026, for a live, virtual advocacy and leadership training!
Sea Youth Rise Up has primarily operated as an in-person program since 2016, complemented by virtual preparation and reflection. In response to the evolving political landscape, safety considerations, and fewer opportunities for meaningful engagement in Washington, D.C., SYRUP will shift in 2026 to a nationwide virtual model.
This approach empowers thousands more young people to take action in their own communities while remaining united through a coordinated national movement rooted in the philosophy of think global, act local.
An Inside Look at the CHOW Youth Experience
In June of 2025, the program brought a group of incredible young leaders to Washington, DC for World Ocean Day and Capitol Hill Ocean Week.
FOUNDING PARTNERS
ADDITIONAL PARTNERS
SUPPORTING PARTNERS
Amplifying Youth Voices
Sea Youth Rise Up is a joint initiative that provides a platform for the brightest young minds of today, who have a passion for the ocean. We are 100% collaborative and focused on teamwork. Our organizing teams work together to brainstorm innovative ideas that benefit the future of our shared blue planet. We are building exciting strategies with like-minded individuals and organizations to fully harness the collective power of youth.
