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Harnessing the power of communications and campaigning to protect the planet. https://communicationsinc.co.uk/

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Feb 24

Comms INC is a 20-year communications and campaigning agency driving impactful change for the ocean and planet.

Follow us for insights on:
🗣️ Strategic environmental communications
🌊 Ocean literacy and advocacy
📅 Key ocean and climate events
and more.

🔗 Discover us: lnkd.in/eSYAQrhs

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 14h

🐙 Happy #WorldOctopusDay!

Spotlight on Octavia, the #HighSeasTreaty mascot, an example proving that creative communications (and a bit of crochet) can help turn global diplomacy into ocean action.

Here’s to teamwork, tentacles, and Treaties that make history. @highseasalliance.bsky.social

A handmade crochet octopus holding a small sign that says "Ratify now!"

Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 6d

Today we say farewell to Jane Goodall.

Her legacy reminds us that science & story must walk hand in hand, and that hope & action are inseparable.

We draw inspiration from her example and the way she showed the world that communication can spark compassion, courage, & change.

🙏 TY #JaneGoodall

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 13d

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 13d

🌊 Proud team moment: the #HighSeasTreaty has reached 60+ ratifications, triggering entry into force.

The first legally binding agreement to protect biodiversity in the High Seas is becoming reality.

Now the work continues: from 60 → global ratification.

#BBNJ #OceanComms

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 15d

Brazil takes the global stage.

After #COP30 in Belém, Rio will host the 2027 @unoceandecade.bsky.social Conference, a key moment to track progress and shape the Decade’s legacy beyond 2030.

What progress do you want to see by then? #OceanDecade #SDG14 #OceanComms

Rio de Janeiro to host 2027 Ocean Decade Conference - Ocean Decade

Rio de Janeiro in Brazil has been announced as the host of the 2027 Ocean Decade Conference.

oceandecade.org

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Domino Albert 🌊 @dominocean.bsky.social · 19d

A night to remember at Kanaloa House for #OPY2025 🌊

From conservation to adventure, fine art to human connection, the breadth of ocean photography on display was extraordinary.

#OceanPhotography #OceanComms @oceanographicmag.bsky.social

Ocean Photographer of the Year 2025 Finalists - Family Photo

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 19d

New guide: Monitoring and Evaluation for Effective Ocean Communication

M&E helps ocean communicators understand impact, improve strategy & show what’s working. But it can be difficult to know where to start.

This new practical resource is here to help:
communicationsinc.co.uk/ocean_isu_bl...

Monitoring and Evaluation for Effective Ocean Communication

This resource provides a clear practical way to approach M&E, which is vital for understanding impact, improving strategy and demonstrating what’s working.

communicationsinc.co.uk

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · 27d

✍️ #UNGA78 saw the #HighSeasTreaty open for signatures & @highseasalliance.bsky.social launched the #RaceForRatification.

With 60+ ratifications in sight, will #UNGA80 be the milestone moment? https://communicationsinc.co.uk/case_studies/launching-the-race-for-ratification-of-the-high-seas-treaty/

Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Sep 5

Why is communication important for ocean science?

Marine experts & scientists explain the crucial role of accurate wording and knowledge sharing to the general public to transmit the message. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkwtNU1CwPQ

@joachimclaudet.bsky.social
@drmtaylor.bsky.social

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Sep 2

Don't miss our upcoming webinar as part of the 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗢𝗰𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 in collaboration with the @colcoalition.ca

Register today: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

#OceanComms #OceanISU

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Sep 1

At #CITESCoP20, governments will consider giving whale sharks the highest level of protection.🦈

A potential milestone, but global protections for sharks & rays still have gaps.
sharkleague.org/2023/11/09/n... #SharkLeague
@ecologyaction.bsky.social
#RFMOs
#WhaleSharkDay

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Canadian Ocean Literacy Coalition | @colcoalition.ca · Aug 27

When we shift from awareness to understanding, we are more likely to see the ocean as part of our everyday lives and to act on that connection.

#COLC #Oceanliteracy #oceanscience #oceaneducation #oceanclimateaction #blueschoolscanada

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 28

For over 20 years, the passionate team at @commsinc.bsky.social has been driving impact for ocean conservation, creating strategic campaigns that deliver real change. 🌊

Our core values drive our work and our impact.

Meet the team behind our work: communicationsinc.co.uk/who-we-are/

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 26

🐾 Happy #InternationalDogDay🐶!
At @commsinc.bsky.social our four-legged companions inspire and remind us of our mission to protect all life on this planet, especially our ocean 🌊

Here's to our dogs helping us reach new milestones in science-based communications in the past 20 years🐕💙

Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 21

Want your #ClimateComms to drive action for the ocean? 🌊

Research shows messages that empower people to inspire others are more effective than raising awareness alone.

Turn your audience into messengers.

scienmag.com/psychologica...

#OceanComms #ClimateAction #OceanClimate

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High Seas Alliance @highseasalliance.bsky.social · Aug 15

🐢 The turtles are watching!

Next week, at #BBNJPrepCom 2, countries are meeting to discuss the institutional set up and process of the #HighSeasTreaty. The High Seas Guardians, our little knitted sea turtles, will be in the room to remind them of what’s at stake: buff.ly/39HoDtp

A colorful assortment of small crocheted turtles arranged in a line on a rock, with a blurred garden background.

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 19

New resources for ocean communicators! We’ve launched 3 practical guides on social media listening:

📊 Creating listening reports
🛠️ Choosing the right tool
🧠 Mastering search queries

Plus, watch our free training webinar. Explore here
👉 communicationsinc.co.uk/ocean_isu_bl...
#OceanComms

Promotional graphic for new Social Media Listening Resources, featuring a list of guides on creating reports, selecting providers, and crafting queries, with a stylized illustration of a megaphone and sound waves.

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 18

This event was delivered in collaboration with the @cgf-uk.bsky.social, @unoceandecade.bsky.social Foundations Dialogue, and Global Optimism.

Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 18

At #UNOC3 in Nice🇫🇷, we convened a roundtable on "Accelerating Ocean Action: The Power of Strategic Communication".

The summary report is now live with key insights on reframing comms as infrastructure, designing for feedback & more. #OceanComms #OISU
communicationsinc.co.uk/ocean_isu_bl...

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euobserver — EU news that matters @euobserver.com · Aug 15

UN negotiations in Geneva on a global plastics treaty failed to move forward this week, with deep divisions over production limits and chemical controls leaving the future of the process uncertain.

Geneva plastic treaty talks stall with no clear way forward

UN negotiations in Geneva on a global plastics treaty failed to move forward this week, with deep divisions over production limits and chemical controls leaving the future of the process uncertain.

euobserver.com

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 14

Once again, we're a proud partner of the Virtual Ocean Pavilion at @cop30brazil.bsky.social #COP30 - an online space to connect global audiences with ocean–climate action.

➡️ cop30oceanpavilion.vfairs.com

@pml.ac.uk
@ocean-climate.bsky.social
@nature.org
@deepstewardship.bsky.social

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U.S. Naval Institute @usni.org · Aug 4

Originally published by The Naval Review. The author challenges the use of ‘seablindness’ in the sea power lexicon as negative and ineffectual, proposing instead that the RN should engage with an ‘ocean literacy’ framework. usni.org/magazines/p...

From ‘Seablindness’ to Ocean Literacy: Making a Positive Case for the Maritime | Proceedings - August 2025 Vol. 151/8/1,470

Originally published by The Naval Review. The author challenges the use of ‘seablindness’ in the sea power lexicon as negative and ineffectual.

www.usni.org

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Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 12

Great analysis on communication narratives on the controversial topic of #deepseamining by @pulitzercenter.org.

#OceanComms

Andrew D Thaler @drandrewthaler.bsky.social · Aug 11

Good look at the nuts and bolts of how the Pulitzer Center team did their messaging analysis on The Metal's Company PR Pivot.

I did some of the background research for the Greenpeace report that came to the same conclusion.

How We Analyzed The Metals Company’s Public Messaging on Deep-Sea Mining

The Metals Company (TMC), headquartered in Canada, has been aggressively pushing to launch deep-sea mining in international waters despite the absence of regulations. Other companies and pro-mining...

pulitzercenter.org

Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 12

Yesterday we celebrated #WorldKrillDay! 🦐 DYK: Krill play a vital role in climate regulation. We marked the day with
@antarcticasouth.bsky.social calling on leaders to #ProtectAntarctica

📸 Featuring Antarctica: The Melting Silence #OuternetLondon communicationsinc.co.uk/case_studies...

Communications INC @commsinc.bsky.social · Aug 11

Need ocean visuals for your next campaign or class?

The new Open Planet Studios Ocean Collection offers free access to stunning footage, including scenes from OCEAN with David Attenborough, to support powerful storytelling.

🌊 openplanet.org/news/ocean-c...

#OceanStorytelling #OpenPlanet

Open Planet launches new ocean collection

Open Planet has released thousands of cinematic clips for education and impact storytelling, including world-class footage captured by Open Planet Studios and Silverback Films during the filming of Oc...

openplanet.org

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