1. Early Career Ocean Professional (ECOP) Listening Sessions

早期職業海洋專業人士 (ECOP)聆聽工作坊

The listening sessions revealed that youth from diverse backgrounds in Taiwan—ECOPs, Indigenous youths, and young Ocean Educators—share strong concerns about marine pollution and ecosystem degradation. Across all groups, ‘Challenge 1: Understand and beat marine pollution' and ‘Challenge 2: Protect and restore ecosystems and biodiversity' were consistently ranked among the top three priorities. While the third priority varied, each group brought unique perspectives shaped by their experiences and professional or cultural contexts. All participants acknowledged that Taiwan has demonstrated significant strengths in marine ecosystem restoration and possesses the capacity to contribute valuable expertise and technology to global ocean sustainability. However, over 60% of ECOPs and Indigenous youth participants had never heard of the UN Ocean Decade, largely due to Taiwan's exclusion from formal UN processes. Despite Taiwan's fisheries and shipping sectors ranking among the top globally, it remains excluded from many international negotiations, resulting in a critical gap in global ocean data and perspectives. The participants called for more inclusive and culturally grounded ocean governance that integrates the knowledge and efforts of non-state actors, including Indigenous communities. Their collective messages urge that Taiwan's marine expertise and perspectives be meaningfully included in international dialogues—ensuring ocean sustainability efforts reflect diverse voices and local realities.

Sustainable Impact:This dialogue gathered Taiwanese youth from diverse backgrounds—environmental advocates, Indigenous leaders, and marine educators—to discuss ocean pollution, ecosystem degradation, and inclusive governance. Participants recognized Taiwan's strong technical capacity in marine ecosystem restoration but highlighted its exclusion from UN Ocean Decade processes, resulting in significant data and representation gaps. Over 60% of attendees had never heard of the UN Ocean Decade, underscoring the need for greater international engagement. The forum called for culturally grounded and inclusive ocean governance that integrates Indigenous knowledge and non-state actors' expertise. It emphasized Taiwan's potential contribution to global marine sustainability through science, education, and policy innovation. This initiative aligns with SDG 14 (Life Below Water), promoting conservation and sustainable management of ocean resources; SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals), strengthening global collaboration; and SDG 4.3.5, enhancing educational awareness and professional capacity for sustainable ocean action.

聆聽環節發現，來自不同背景的台灣青年——環保青年、原住民青年和青年海洋教育者——都對海洋污染和生態系統退化有著強烈的擔憂。在所有群體中，「挑戰一：了解並戰勝海洋污染」和「挑戰二：保護和修復生態系統與生物多樣性」始終位列三大優先事項之列。雖然第三個優先事項各不相同，但每個群體都根據自身的經驗、專業或文化背景提出了獨特的觀點。所有參與者都承認，台灣在海洋生態系統修復方面展現出顯著優勢，有能力為全球海洋永續發展貢獻寶貴的專業知識和技術。然而，超過 60% 的環保青年和原住民青年參與者從未聽說過聯合國海洋十年，主要是因為台灣被排除在聯合國正式進程之外。儘管台灣的漁業和航運業在全球名列前茅，但它仍然被排除在許多國際談判之外，導致全球海洋數據和觀點有重大缺口。與會者呼籲更具包容性、以文化為基礎的海洋治理，整合包括原住民社群在內的非國家行為體的知識和努力。他們共同呼籲，將台灣的海洋專業知識和觀點有效納入國際對話，確保海洋永續發展努力反映多元聲音和本土現實。

永續影響力：本活動匯集來自不同背景的台灣青年，包括環保青年、原住民青年及海洋教育者，共同探討海洋污染、生態系退化及多元文化參與等議題。與會者一致認為，台灣在海洋生態修復上具備專業能力與技術優勢，應積極參與全球海洋治理。然而，超過六成的青年未曾聽聞「聯合國海洋十年」，顯示台灣在國際海洋永續進程中被邊緣化的困境。與會者呼籲建立更具包容性的國際對話平台，納入原住民與非國家行為者的知識與經驗，並促進海洋教育與文化治理的融合。此舉不僅推動跨文化合作與教育提升，也體現SDG 14「海洋生態永續」、SDG 17「夥伴關係」、及SDG 4.3.5「教育與專業能力增能」之核心精神。

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2. Outdoor Learning and SDGs Interactive Exhibition & Challenge

戶外教育活動暨SDGs策展闖關活動

Here is the English translation of the story-based summary from the perspective of National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU):  Connecting the Generations for Sustainability: NTOU Tourism Department Lights Up Local Marine Education in Badouzi with SDGs Exhibition In the ongoing mission to advance University Social Responsibility (USR) and preserve local culture, National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) once again demonstrated the perfect synthesis of academic professionalism and practical engagement.  On May 22nd, the Bachelor's Program in Marine Tourism Management at NTOU, the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology (NMMST), and the Badouzi Industry Tourism Promotion Association joined forces to host a grand Outdoor Education and SDGs Challenge Stations Event. This marked the first time the three parties combined their initiatives, attracting a record-breaking participation of nearly 400 teachers and students, including kindergarten classes, from Badou Elementary School in Keelung City.  NTOU Students' "Real-World" Capstone Project:  At the heart of the event was the final project presentation for the sophomore-level "Marine Leisure Management" course. Under the joint guidance of Professor Wang Hui-Chiao of the NTOU Tourism Department and researchers from NMMST, 49 enrolled students self-planned, designed, and produced exhibits for 8 micro-exhibition challenge stations based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  The activities were rich and diverse, ranging from local cultural experiences like the "pickpocket net" demonstration, fishing port explanations, Shulang seawater dyeing, and Caozaiguo (mugwort rice cake) DIY, to the interactive SDGs challenges. These hands-on activities allowed the children to learn about marine life, pollution, and ecological damage in a fun environment, fostering concepts of loving and protecting the sea from a young age and promoting marine sustainability.  Cross-Sector Collaboration Illuminates the Local Community:  NTOU Tourism Department students showcased outstanding professional skills: 16 students served as guides for the elementary school groups, while 49 ran the exhibitions. Participants voted for the "Best Explanation Award," "Best Knowledge Award," and "Most Popular Award," effectively transforming classroom theory into professional service and stimulating the students' creative thinking and diverse skill sets.  A participating student from Badou Elementary School, Class 5, expressed that the college students taught them much knowledge not covered in school, using games to make it memorable. The student found the half-day event fulfilling and enjoyable, with the handmade Caozaiguo being especially meaningful, wishing the event could have lasted a whole day.  A NTOU student involved in the exhibition, surnamed Huang, shared that while nervous facing such a large group of children, their eagerness and attentiveness were rewarding. Seeing the children happy brought a huge sense of accomplishment, proving the effort put into the project—from collaborative planning to refining explanations—was worthwhile.  Through five consecutive years of USR collaboration with local elementary schools and three years of joint exhibition efforts with NMMST, the NTOU Tourism Department has not only fulfilled its social responsibility and cultivated the nation's first specialized marine tourism management talents but has also effectively promoted the inheritance of local culture and marine sustainability awareness in the next generation.

Sustainable Impact:The Department of Marine Tourism at NTOU collaborated with the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology and the Badouzi Industry Tourism Association to host an SDG-themed outdoor exhibition and interactive learning event, engaging around 400 elementary school students and teachers. University students integrated marine science, SDG concepts, and local culture into creative exhibits and workshops. This initiative aligns with SDGs 14.3.3 and 14.3.4 by advancing marine science education and public awareness, and with SDGs 14.4.2 and 14.5.1 by fostering sustainable resource use, community engagement, and marine conservation partnerships. Through experiential learning and cross-sector collaboration, the program exemplifies university social responsibility (USR) and intergenerational sustainability education.

從小學到大學的永續串聯：海大觀光系在八斗子以SDGs策展點亮在地海洋教育 在推動大學社會責任（USR）和在地文化傳承的道路上，國立臺灣海洋大學(NTOU)再次展現了其專業學術與實踐的完美結合。  5月22日，國立臺灣海洋大學海洋觀光管理學士學位學程、國立海洋科技博物館與八斗子產業觀光促進會三方攜手，共同舉辦了一場盛大的「戶外教育暨SDGs策展闖關活動」。這不僅是三方合作活動首次結合辦理，更一舉吸引了來自基隆市八斗國小，包含幼幼班在內將近400名師生參與，創下歷年紀錄。  海大學生的期末「實戰」成果：  這場活動的核心，是海大觀光系二年級學生們一整學期「海洋休閒管理」課程的期末成果發表。在王彙喬老師和海科館研究員們的共同指導下，49位修課學生將聯合國永續發展指標（SDGs）融入海洋科普，自行企劃、設計並製作展品，打造了8個微策展闖關主題。  活動內容豐富多元，從扒手網體驗、漁港解說、薯榔海水染、草仔粿DIY等在地文化活動，到結合互動遊戲的SDGs闖關，讓小朋友們在歡樂中深入了解海洋生物、污染、生態破壞等議題，從小培養親海、愛海的永續觀念。  跨界合作 點亮地方：  海大觀光系的學生們展現出卓越的專業技能：16位學生擔任領隊引導國小師生，49位學生則負責策展解說，並透過小朋友的票選，競爭「最佳解說獎」、「最佳知識獎」等榮譽，成功將課堂理論轉化為專業服務。  一名參與策展的黃同學分享，面對近400名小朋友雖感壓力，但看到他們認真闖關、玩得盡興，從一開始的生疏到後來的流暢解說，所有的辛苦與努力都轉化成了成就感。而八斗國小五年忠班的張同學則對大哥哥大姐姐們講解的海洋知識和親手製作的草仔粿印象深刻，直呼「半天的活動太短了，希望下次可以有一整天」。  透過連續五年的USR計畫與在地國小的合作，以及連續三年的與海科館的策展串聯，海大觀光系不僅善盡了大學社會責任，培育了全國首個以海洋觀光管理為特色的專業人才，更有效促進了在地文化與海洋永續觀念在下一代的傳承。

永續影響力：國立臺灣海洋大學觀光系攜手國立海洋科技博物館與八斗子產業觀光促進會，共同舉辦「戶外教育暨SDGs策展闖關活動」，串聯大學與在地國小，共約400名師生參與。活動以海洋科普教育為主軸，結合學生策展、實作與地方文化體驗，推廣海洋永續與文化傳承。此舉符合SDG 14.3.3與14.3.4，透過教育推動海洋知識普及；同時呼應SDG 14.4.2與14.5.1，藉跨界合作促進社區參與與海洋保育意識。活動展現USR精神與永續教育連結，達成「從小學到大學的永續串聯」之目標。

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3. 2024 World Oceans Day Fish Fry Ecological Release Event

2024世界海洋日放流活動

Here is the English translation of the story-based summary from the perspective of National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU):  Translating Knowledge into Action: NTOU USR Team Leads Marine Education and Ecological Stock Release at Yehliu Under the banner of the 2024 World Oceans Day theme, "Awaken New Depths," National Taiwan Ocean University (NTOU) once again demonstrated that a university is not just a repository of knowledge but a critical driver of marine sustainable development through tangible action.  The NTOU USR (University Social Responsibility) Team, in collaboration with partners including the Taiwan Ocean Conservation and Fisheries Sustainability Foundation and the Fisheries Agency, successfully hosted a "Fish Fry Ecological Release Event" on June 7th at the Neptune Pier area in Yehliu, New Taipei City. For NTOU, this event was more than just a response to government policy; it was a prime location for implementing the USR project and cultivating the future talents of the marine sector.  Extending Education from the Classroom to the Coast:  NTOU firmly believes that marine education must be rooted early. Under the guidance of Vice Minister Huang Chao-Chin of the Ministry of Agriculture, the event specifically invited students from Yehliu Elementary School to participate. Together, they released healthy native species—including Yellowfin Seabream, Scribbled Snapper, and Ornate Spiny Lobster—into the ocean. Through explanations and guidance on the correct stocking mechanisms provided by the Department of Tourism faculty and students, the children personally experienced the scientific conservation principle of "releasing the right species in the right way, at the right time and location." This effort successfully planted the seeds of sustainable fisheries resource utilization in young hearts.  Validating Effectiveness with Scientific Assessment:  As a leading oceanographic institution, NTOU has a long history of cooperation with the Fisheries Agency, utilizing advanced technologies like gene molecular markers to evaluate the effectiveness of stock release. Research has confirmed that, over the past five years, over 40% of certain economically valuable species caught in the wild originated from these healthy released fingerlings. This provides solid scientific evidence for resource enhancement and highlights NTOU's crucial academic contribution to boosting marine productivity and generating "Three-L" positive spillover effects (Ecology, Livelihood, and Production).  National Taiwan Ocean University is committed to continued collaboration with various partners to safeguard coastal habitat environments. Simultaneously, these practical fieldwork opportunities provide valuable industry experience for students, ensuring NTOU contributes both academic wisdom and practical strength to the sustainable development of Taiwan's marine environment and fisheries resources.

Sustainable Impact:The university's USR team, in partnership with the Fisheries Agency and related foundations, organized a marine ecological release event in Yehliu under the World Oceans Day theme "Awaken New Depths." The program aligns with SDG 14.3.2 by promoting marine education through hands-on learning with local students. Its use of genetic tagging to assess release outcomes fulfills SDG 14.3.3, demonstrating scientific collaboration in marine research. The activity supports SDG 14.3.4 by enhancing sustainable fisheries through the release of native species under controlled, science-based methods. Finally, by engaging government agencies, NGOs, and the public in habitat protection and education, it exemplifies SDG 14.5.1's focus on community-based marine conservation, merging academic knowledge with social responsibility and real-world impact.

以知識實踐責任：海大USR團隊在野柳的海洋教育與生態放流課 在2024年「喚醒新深度」（Awaken New Depths）的世界海洋日主題下，國立臺灣海洋大學再次以實際行動，證明大學不僅是知識的殿堂，更是推動海洋永續發展的關鍵力量。  海大USR團隊與臺灣海洋保育與漁業永續基金會、漁業署等夥伴攜手，提前於6月7日在新北市萬里區野柳海王星碼頭，成功舉辦了一場「魚苗生態放流活動」。對海洋大學而言，這場活動不僅是響應政府政策，更是落實大學社會責任（USR）計畫、培育未來海洋人才的最佳場域。將教育從教室延伸到海岸：海大堅信，海洋教育必須從小紮根。本次活動在漁業署黃昭欽次長的示範下，特別邀請野柳國小的學童們共同參與，將健康的黃錫鯛、川紋笛鯛、錦繡龍蝦等原生種苗投入大海。透過觀光系師生對正確放流機制的解說與指導，學童們親身體驗了「在對的時間及地點，用對的方式放流對的魚種」這一科學保育觀念，讓漁業資源永續利用的種子深植人心。以科學評估實踐效益：作為國內頂尖的海洋學府，海大長期與漁業署合作，運用基因分子標識等先進技術評估放流效益。研究結果顯示，過去五年放流的種苗中，部分經濟物種在野外捕撈的比例竟有40%以上來自於這些健康種苗。這不僅為資源增裕提供了扎實的科學依據，更突顯了海大在提升海洋生產力與創造「生態、生活、生產」三生活化外溢效果中的關鍵學術貢獻。國立臺灣海洋大學將持續與各界夥伴合作，共同守護沿近海棲地環境，同時藉由這些實踐場域，為學生提供寶貴的產業連結經驗，持續為臺灣的海洋環境與漁業資源永續發展貢獻學術智慧與實踐力量。

永續影響力：本活動以「魚苗生態放流」為核心，結合野柳國小師生參與與政府、基金會協作，推動海洋教育與社會實踐，符合SDG 14.3.2「提升公眾海洋意識與教育推廣」。透過基因分子標識技術進行放流成效追蹤，展現SDG14.3.3「推動海洋研究合作與科學應用」。活動所釋放的原生種苗與科學化管理機制，呼應SDG 14.3.4「促進永續漁業與資源復育」。最後，藉由USR計畫及跨界夥伴合作，共同守護沿岸棲地並鼓勵民眾參與，具體落實SDG 14.5.1「社區參與式海洋保護與教育」。

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