Topic: Support of government agency ocean conservation efforts by private organizations

Outline:

-List limitations of government agencies in ocean conservation efforts including limited funding

-Example of 4Ocean as a private organization with the specific goal of ocean conservation

-Discuss how 4Ocean uses merchandise created from ocean pollution plastic to support different ocean conservation causes

-Describe ways 4Ocean uses media to raise awareness of ocean conservation including online presence and endorsement of public figures and influential business and government persons

-List ways 4Ocean and other private organizations have made a direct or indirect impact on ocean conservation laws and policies

(Note this essay will describe 4Ocean as an example organization but will also have a general overview of government agencies' interactions with private organizations ) This an Oceanography class.