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[](/) 2. [Articles](/articles) 3. Ithaca: Actions for the sea and a special screening of “Ocean with David Attenborough” [Ecology](/articles?category=undefined) # Ithaca: Actions for the sea and a special screening of “Ocean with David Attenborough” Two days of marine protection actions on Ithaca, 27–28 August 2026, with a special screening of “Ocean with David Attenborough” and an educational snorkelling activity for children. By The Kefalonian Globe Team August 24, 2026• 4 min read ![Καθαρά νερά του Ιονίου στην Ιθάκη με λιβάδι ποσειδωνίας κάτω από την επιφάνεια](https://fyqesxnigjumpxgjhdxj.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/article-images/ithaki-ocean-attenborough-2026-cover.jpg) _The environmental organisation Cyclades Preservation Fund (CPF) is holding two days of actions dedicated to marine protection on Ithaca, on 27 and 28 August 2026, as part of the nationwide Revive Our Ocean Greece initiative._ The initiative aims to inform and mobilise local communities around the importance of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), contributing to the international and national 30×30 target: protecting 30% of our oceans and seas by 2030. ## Programme on Ithaca | 27–28 August 2026 ### Special screening of “Ocean with David Attenborough” **Thursday 27 August 2026 | 19:00** Municipal Cinema of Ithaca Free entry, first come first served On Thursday 27 August, the international production _Ocean with David Attenborough_, narrated by the legendary David Attenborough, will be screened at the Municipal Cinema of Ithaca. The screening will be preceded by a short informational video from the Revive Our Ocean Greece initiative about the AMORGORAMA programme, as well as an open discussion with the audience. The discussion will focus on the protection of the marine environment, local environmental challenges, the particular prospects of the Ionian Sea, and the decisive role of local communities in protecting the seas. The 90-minute documentary will then be screened in English with Greek subtitles. ### About the film _Ocean with David Attenborough_ carries a powerful message of hope for the future of the seas. Through stunning imagery and scientifically grounded storytelling, it highlights the unique beauty of the underwater world and the modern threats it faces. At the same time, it presents success stories proving that nature can recover when given meaningful and effective protection. “Ocean with David Attenborough” has been nominated for six Emmy Awards, including: - Outstanding Documentary or Nonfiction Special - Outstanding Cinematography for a Nonfiction Program - Outstanding Narrator - Outstanding Music Composition for a Documentary Series or Special ### Educational snorkelling activity for children **Friday 28 August 2026 | 11:00** Kourvoulia, second beach Open invitation to participate On the morning of Friday 28 August, an educational snorkelling activity for children will take place at Frikes, in collaboration with Galazia Venthos and with the support of Nautilus Diving Club, which will provide a boat and certified instructors. Children over the age of 8 who can swim are invited to take part. The aim is to experience the marine ecosystem of Ithaca first-hand and to become familiar with the need to protect it through a unique experience of exploration, knowledge and contact with the underwater world. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis. **Registration and more information:** production@cycladespreservationfund.org ### Partners and support The actions on Ithaca are carried out in collaboration with the Municipality of Ithaca, the Ionian Environment Foundation, Galazia Venthos and the Nautilus Diving Club. The Revive Our Ocean Greece initiative, coordinated by CPF, is held under the auspices of the Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency (NECCA) and National Geographic Pristine Seas. For 2026 it is supported by the Athina I. Martinou Foundation, the A.G. Leventis Foundation and the Costas M. Lemos Foundation, as well as by the Greek Film Centre and Audiovisual Media (EKKOMED). The communication sponsor of the Revive Our Ocean Greece campaign is ERT. ### Organise your own screening Interested in organising a screening of “Ocean with David Attenborough” in your own area, as part of the Revive Our Ocean Greece initiative coordinated by CPF in Greece? Fill in the relevant expression of interest form. ### Screenings in schools Schools can organise screenings of the documentary through the CINEDU platform, with the support of National Geographic Pristine Seas, offering students a unique educational experience about the sea and the importance of protecting it. _The sea unites us. Come and be inspired, and become part of the change._ Find all events gathered in the Kefalonian Globe [events calendar](/events). **Media information:** Andriana Theochari, media@cycladespreservationfund.org, 6973455449 ### Table of Contents - Programme on Ithaca | 27–28 August 2026 - Special screening of “Ocean with David Attenborough” - About the film - Educational snorkelling activity for children - Partners and support - Organise your own screening - Screenings in schools ## Related Articles [ Ecology ### Κεφαλονιά: Το Ξι, η κόκκινη άμμος και οι άργιλοι της Παλικής Το Ξι στη νότια Παλική ξεχωρίζει για την κόκκινη άμμο και τους αργιλικούς σχηματισμούς του. Γεώτοπος του Γεωπάρκου Κεφαλονιάς Ιθάκης, η παραλία αποτυπώνει τη γεωλογική ιστορία και την ποικιλία του νησιού. 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