OCEAN LOVERS TALKS - Vitamin Sea: How the ocean boosts our health and well-being

Join us as we explore the powerful connection between the ocean and our health. From boosting mental clarity to enhancing physical vitality and addressing eco-anxiety, our panel of experts will dive into how the ocean’s healing qualities deliver a profound impact.

SPEAKERS:

Kal Glanznig

Kal Glanznig is one of Australia’s leading youth ocean and climate champions. His advocacy successes have made him a sought-after speaker, including appearances at TEDx and the United Nations Climate Change COPs. Creator of the documentary RISING UP, Kal led a $100,000, 100kW solar panel project while in high school, inspiring over 20 schools to follow suit. He co-founded Plastic Free Cronulla in 2019, spearheading a movement that helped secure a legislative ban on single-use plastics, and co-created the Blue Minds program to empower young Australians to tackle eco-anxiety and become ocean leaders. Kal was named Sutherland Shire Young Australian of the Year 2020 and Environmental Citizen of the Year 2023. An accomplished aquatic athlete, Kal represented Australia at the Youth World Water Polo Championships and was recently elected as the youngest independent Councillor in the Sutherland Shire.

Joanna Kyriazakos, Saltyfit

Dean Gladstone

WHERE: High Tide Room, Bondi Pavilion

WHEN: 3.45pm - 4.05pm Sunday, March 23

Important note: Registration does not guarantee you a seat. Please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Ocean Lovers Talks are a feature program of the Ocean Lovers Festival bringing you inspirational talks by leaders and luminaries, scientists, innovators, adventurers and future-proofers focused on solutions to better protect our ocean, promoting hopeful and inspiring views for the future.

The Ocean Lovers Festival is an annual celebration of Ideas, Art+Music & Actions, showcasing some of the latest innovations, science, state-of-the-art technology and cool ideas for helping the ocean. Be inspired and entertained with art, music, food, talks, stalls, workshops and more. Visit our website for more information.