GRAND BAHAMA, The Bahamas — “It’s important for us to understand that our coastlines play an important part within our tourist industry,” said Jermaine Johnson, Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (MOTIA) Coordinator and Manager of the GB Sustainable Tourism Development Department on Wednesday, April 2, 2025 during a press conference at Taino Beach.

He further highlighted that April is designated Coastal Awareness Month, a time when various initiatives are carried out to educate the community on the significance of maintaining clean coastlines.

To address this issue, MOTIA has partnered with the Keep Grand Bahama Clean Committee, Litter Free Bahamas, and the Bahamas National Trust to educate students from both public and private schools, as well as civic organizations, about the importance of preserving our environment and coastlines for the enjoyment of residents and visitors.

Johnson emphasized that the responsibility of caring for the island lies with all residents, urging the public to get involved in preserving the island's natural beauty.

In support of this, a beach cleanup is scheduled for Saturday, April 5th, 2025 at several locations, including Xanadu Beach, Barbary Beach, West End Bay Shore, and Lover’s Beach, starting at 8:30 AM.