Our generation has been witness to the rapid devastation of ocean habitats. We have seen our precious ocean wildlife reach the brink of extinction, and had the power to reverse course. But in too many cases, the world failed to act until the tipping point had been reached. In just 50 years of mass production, our oceans have become clogged with plastic, killing unfathomable numbers of marine species Responding to the challenges of the future needs planning today. By creating your Ocean Legacy, you’re helping to ensure the long-term protection of our reefs and wetlands. We can be the generation protects our oceans forever. including whales, dolphins, turtles and seabirds. During your lifetime countless marine habitats have been degraded or destroyed and we’ve proven time and again that it is only when passionate people pay attention, and act, that we can reverse the course of ecosystem loss. It is your gift in Will that can provide our society of activists, conservationists and specialists with the resources that will continue to help us fight. By creating your Ocean Legacy, you are recognising the most fundamental truth of all: we cannot live without our oceans. The conditions of our oceans are not going to improve overnight. In fact, overnight, things are going to get worse. Habitats that have taken thousands of years to develop are being dredged right now. Coral ecosystems that have evolved over millions of years are being pulled up by bottom trawling fishing boats. Fossil fuel companies are conducting seismic blasting and drilling the seabed, killing vulnerable wildlife. These events will continue until we are able to create sanctuaries that cannot be touched and laws that shall not be broken. You’ve already shown your commitment to the future of our oceans by supporting our vital work. Your gifts are proof of your love, your passion and your vision. Today, we need you to go further. Together we can create and defend a legacy of protection in our oceans. Green Sea Turtle, Lady Elliot Island on the Great Barrier Reef 8
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