Volunteers plunge into the sea to retrieve discarded waste during the 19th Shenzhen International Coastal Cleanup Day on Sunday.

The opening ceremony 19th Shenzhen International Coastal Cleanup Day which fell on Sunday was held at the Dapeng Bay on that day. 

The charitable initiative saw over 500 citizens participate this year. The ocean cleanup event took place at 11 different locations across the city including the surface and bottom of the sea, beaches, and islands. With a focus on involving children and cultivating a sense of personal responsibility for ocean conservation, the event aimed to raise awareness and encourage sustainable practices among the public.