ABOUT PIER2PIER
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Pier2Pier was launched in March 2008 in collaboration with the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society (WDCS), as well as state, federal and international partners, in a campaign to raise awareness among youth to threats to dolphins, manatees and the marine environment throughout the State. This initiative is being launched in conjunction with the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS), and is aimed at outreach and fundraising to support marine mammal conservation initiatives in Florida and elsewhere. |
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“WDCS, the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society, is an international charity dedicated to the conservation and welfare of whales, dolphins and porpoises worldwide. Established in 1987, and with offices in the UK , USA , Australia , Germany and Argentina , WDCS works to reduce and ultimately eliminate the continuing threats to cetaceans and their habitats, while striving to raise awareness of these remarkable animals and the need to protect them in their natural environment. We achieve these objectives through a mix of campaigning, conservation, research, education and awareness raising initiatives. Contact WDCS in the US at: WDCS-US, 7 Nelson Street , Plymouth , MA 02360 508-746-2522” | ||||
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The Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (also known as CMS or Bonn Convention) aims to conserve terrestrial, marine and avian migratory species throughout their range. It is an intergovernmental treaty, concluded under the aegis of the United Nations Environment Programme, concerned with the conservation of wildlife and habitats on a global scale. Since the Convention's entry into force, its membership has grown steadily to include 101 (as of 1January 2007) Parties from Africa, Central and South America, Asia, Europe and Oceania. | ||||
ABOUT THE ARTISTCASEY DAVIS
Born in Leesburg, Florida, Casey has always been interested in art. A graduate of Leesburg High School, Casey attends the Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota, Florida where he is studying animation and cartooning. When Casey is not studying, he enjoys drawing and playing video games.
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| Jamie Aquino, High school Journalism teacher Courtney Vail, U.S. Policy Officer, WDCS Veronika Lenarz, Information Assistant, United Nations CMS Liam Addis, External Relations Assistant, United Nations CMS Dwight Stephenson, Commissioner, FWC Judith Vallee, Development Director, Save the Manatee Club Jake Cavender , Leesburg High School student Julian Evangelist, Leesburg High School student Daphne Pearson, Leesburg High School student Josh Piedra, Leesburg High School student Jennifer Raney, Leesburg High School student |
Students Involved with Pier2Pier
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