Action Education / Aide et Action (AEA) is calling for action to protect Cambodia’s endangered marine species, including dolphins and green turtles. This T-shirt campaign is more than a fashion statement – it’s a call to protect, to preserve and to inspire.
Cambodia’s marine life is under pressure. Protecting it is not optional; it’s a shared responsibility we can no longer ignore. From Irrawaddy dolphins to sea turtles and dugongs, these species face severe threats: habitat destruction, plastic pollution, overfishing, and climate change. This environmental tragedy destabilizes vital ecosystems, endangers biodiversity, and disrupts ocean health, with ripple effects that threaten food chains and local industries.
We can’t afford to turn a blind eye to the loss of these species that are essential to maintaining healthy marine ecosystems, which sustain livelihoods for countless families. This is a matter of survival for local communities that depend on the sea for food and livelihoods. Declining fish stocks and degraded beaches mean fewer tourists, lost incomes, and shattered traditions of sustainable living.
Wear the Change: Fashion Meets Conservation
AEA T-shirts feature endangered species on the front and mangroves on the back, highlighting their role as essential natural habitats. Their production isn’t just a creative initiative – it’s a rallying cry against apathy. Every plastic bottle left on the sand, every unsustainable fishing practice, and every act of neglect contributes to the environmental crisis.
Yet, collective action can turn the tide. We must act now.
The fight against extinction demands urgency. Simple actions matter: reduce plastic waste, participate in beach clean-ups or choose sustainable seafood. Wear a T-shirt to spread the message – education is key to a sustainable future.
These T-shirts are designed to spark curiosity, inspire younger generations to protect our planet and foster important conversations about marine life protection. When distributed in schools and youth groups, these shirts can promote environmental awareness and instill values of conservation. When worn by volunteers, activists, and supporters – such as Youth Star Cambodia volunteers at the Sea Festival – these shirts are a visible symbol of commitment.
To reach the largest public, the T-shirts are also available at community eco-resorts such as Trapeang Sangkae in Kampot, offering tourists a way to support local communities affected by climate change and pollution. Each purchase directly benefits local fishing communities, supports eco-tourism and community-led conservation efforts.
Together, we can protect Cambodia’s marine life. Let’s turn awareness into action. Every step counts.
