NFFC Launches "Everyone's Sea, Together Sea" Campaign...Up to 1 Million Won for Coastal Cleanup Support

Campaign to Run Year-Round
Minimum Group Size Eased to 15, Activity Allowance Increased by 50%

Members of the Jisan Branch of the Jindo-gun Federation of Agricultural Managers carried out sea-cleaning activities, including collecting marine debris.

The National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives announced on the 20th that it will run the "Everyone's Sea, Together Sea Campaign," which supports marine cleanup activities for the general public, throughout the year starting next month. The plan is to expand voluntary participation in coastal cleanup by providing up to 1 million won in cleanup expenses per group.

This campaign targets general citizen groups, including civic organizations, student clubs, and various hobby clubs. If they carry out trash collection activities at ports, harbors, and coastlines nationwide, they can receive support of up to 1 million won per group to cover necessary expenses.

In particular, starting this year, the participation threshold has been lowered. The minimum number of participants has been eased from 20 to 15, and the activity allowance per person has been increased by 50% from the previous year, up to a maximum of 30,000 won. The system has been revised so that more people can participate without financial burden.

Groups wishing to participate can submit an application form via the event page under the customer support menu on the National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives website, or through the QR code on the campaign poster. Applications to participate in activities scheduled for next month will be accepted until the 28th.

Last year, a total of 1,082 people across the country took part in the campaign and collected 22 tons of marine debris. It is assessed that they contributed to improving the marine environment in each region by helping to clean not only coastal litter but also floating and submerged debris.

Roh Dongjin, Chairman of the National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives, said, "We have lowered the application requirements and expanded support so that more people can participate in coastal cleanup activities easily and with confidence," adding, "We ask for the public's interest and participation in the practical effort to keep our sea clean."

Meanwhile, since 2007 the National Federation of Fisheries Cooperatives has continued projects to foster fishery resources and improve the marine environment through the "Creating a Sea of Hope Movement." This year as well, it plans to promote various projects such as releasing fishery seeds, collecting marine debris, and eradicating harmful organisms, in order to help build a healthy marine ecosystem.

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