Irish coastal cleaner Anne Marie Kirwan wins 2024 Ocean Hero Award for Individual of the Year.

Anne Marie Kirwan, a founding member of Tomhaggard Clean Coasts in Wexford, Ireland, was named Individual of the Year at the 2024 Ocean Hero Awards for her efforts in coastal preservation. The group she leads has removed over 10 tonnes of waste from Wexford's coastline and established a reuse unit for fishing items. Other winners included the Navan National Learning Network for Youth of the Year, recognizing their participation in beach cleanups and educational workshops. The awards honor individuals and groups dedicated to preserving Ireland's coastal environment, with over 2,000 groups and 40,000 volunteers involved.

November 27, 2024
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