Cody Simpson

The new Oceans Advocate, globally-acclaimed Australian singer-songwriter Cody Simpson, learned how to swim before he could walk.

Cody took on his new role to help raise awareness of the ocean’s importance in the health of the planet and people.

He was appointed on 8 June, World Oceans Day, during the United Nations’ first Ocean conference in New York.

Australian singer-songwriter Cody Simpson is lending his voice—and social media reach—to get young people to support the work of the United Nations.

Mr Simpson, who’s 18, has used his Twitter account to share the story of a Syrian refugee as part of a campaign tied to World Humanitarian Day, observed 19 August.

He also took his message to the stage—alongside Malian singer Inna Modja and Latin music superstar Juanes—in a concert at UN Headquarters ahead of the day.