We are thrilled to feature the incredible young poets who are the winners of Bow Seat’s Ocean Awareness Contest 2024! This year’s theme, Tell Your Climate Story, invited youth from around the globe to use their voices to share personal and powerful perspectives on the climate crisis. These poets have crafted evocative works that blend artistry and activism, addressing the complex emotions and urgent realities of a changing planet. Through their poetry, these young artivists illuminate the human connections to climate change—our fears, our resilience, and our hopes for the future. From vivid depictions of melting glaciers and rising seas to intimate reflections on the loss of ancestral lands and cherished ecosystems, each piece tells a unique story. These voices come together to remind us of the shared responsibility to protect our planet and the transformative potential of creativity in driving meaningful change. Bow Seat is committed to supporting and amplifying youth who use art to...