Guardians of the Coast, Guardians of Democracy

Inspired by their time in Paola, the Copernicus Berlin team led a Berlin-based workshop linking ocean awareness with democratic engagement. Attendees discovered how climate and citizenship intersect—and how digital tools can amplify environmental action.

Workshop Goals

• Explore democratic values through environmental responsibility.

• Connect EU values with climate action.

• Encourage youth to advocate through digital platforms.

Key Activities

• TikTok challenge: “Why the Sea Needs You.”

• Mini panel discussion with environmental NGO guest.

• Group challenge: “Draft a Youth Eco-Bill of Rights.”

• Interactive map: “Berlin's Water Footprint.”

Participant Reflections

“Now I understand that protecting democracy also means protecting nature.”

Outputs
The workshop team submitted their “Youth Eco-Bill of Rights” to a Berlin youth council, and several participants applied for digital activism roles through Erasmus+ networks.