Credit: St George's International School Luxembourg

St George's International School has reported that more than 150 people attended a screening of Oceans with David Attenborough and the launch of a new sustainability project at the school in Luxembourg-Hamm on Thursday 9 October 2025.

David Attenborough's documentary, which was introduced by Luxembourg Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Tilly Metz and includes footage collected with the support of conservation group Sea Shepherd, transported the audience beneath the waves to witness the beauty and fragility of marine life. The school noted that Attenborough's narration highlighted both the wonder of the seas and the urgent threats they face.

Following the documentary, students and guest speakers launched St George's new Ocean Gatekeepers Project. The initiative educates young people about the links between ocean health and climate, encouraging them to take action through partnerships and to become advocates for biodiversity.

During a panel discussion, representatives from politics, NGOs, business and the student body shared personal experiences and practical ideas to promote ocean conservation. One St George's Eco-Agent spoke about the power of social media in shaping awareness, while another reflected on the importance of teamwork in driving environmental change.

Head of Sea Shepherd Luxembourg Kevin Schiltz described missions at sea that proved determined action can make a difference and younger students reminded the audience that children and teenagers often feel the urgency of the climate crisis most acutely.

Tilly Metz, who is a member of the European Parliament Group of the Greens / European Free Alliance Member, encouraged students to "keep their sensitivity and willingness to protect nature". She added: "It is important that young people raise their voice and call on their politicians to restore the ocean and better protect sealife."

At the end of the evening, each person was asked to consider one action they could take to become an Ocean Gatekeeper. From reducing plastic use to amplifying awareness in their communities, the message was clear, noted the school: protecting the oceans is a shared responsibility.