Palau Conservation Society

PCS membership giveaway during the environmental hour on EPFM 87.9 every Tuesday 9AM. Please claim your prize at the 2nd Floor of Bai ra Maiberel or Call 4883993

Winners of PCS Pouches
Ikertang Tellei
Ethan Techitong
Winners of PCS T Shirts
Lorilynn Derbai
Charmaine Aquino

Today is Shark Awareness Day, and we celebrate Shark conservation in the world’s first Shark Sanctuary, Palau. In Palau, we've already taken bold steps by declaring all our waters a sanctuary for sharks. Commercial shark and ray fishing has been outlawed. No sharks are permitted on board boats and bycatch must be released alive.

We’ve seen how sharks bolster tourism, biodiversity, and our way of life. Without them, mid-level predators often explode in number, leading to a collapse in herbivores and a rapid decline in coral cover. This domino effect can turn vibrant reefs into barren underwater deserts. Let's protect our sharks as they keep our ecosystems intact.

Let’s also teach our children that a live shark is worth more than a dead one. They're economic and ecological importance is crucial for Palau's tourism and culture. Lets teach them that Sharks don’t hunt humans. Sharks mistake us for prey in rare cases, and most bites are non-fatal and accidental. Out of the hundreds of shark species, only a few have ever posed any risk to people.

Sharks should fear us more than we fear them, millions are killed by humans each year, while humans are rarely harmed in return.
Let’s replace fear with respect, and protect these vital ocean guardians.

PCS membership giveaway during the environmental hour on EPFM 87.9 every Tuesday 9AM. Please claim your prize at the 2nd Floor of Bai ra Maiberel or Call 4883993

Winners of PCS Pouches
Lahaina Ngirkelau, John Tarkong

Winners of PCS T Shirts
Heather Mira, Darvin Inabo

PCS membership giveaway during the environmental hour on EPFM 87.9 every Tuesday 9AM

Winners of PCS Pouches
Phoebe Sengebau, Valeria Ngirameketii, Walton Rechemang, Telkakl Sadang

Winners of PCS T Shirts
Nelson Aquino, Nelson Villaruel, Noria Manahe, Sngebard Delong

PCS celebrated 31 years of conservation at its 2025 Annual General Membership Meeting! Over 40 participants gathered at the Bai ra Maiberel to reflect on progress, welcome new members, and elected six new board leaders that brings extensive expertise in various fields including conservation, culture, business, science and education. United by a shared commitment to preserving Palau's unique natural resources and dedication to advancing the mission and vision of PCS.

We extend heartfelt thanks to our partner agencies and organizations who attended, and to the new and renewing members for their unwavering support and continued commitment to our mission. Together, we are building a more resilient and sustainable future for Palau.

Key Highlights from the AGM:

🌱 2024 Annual Report of PCS programs and ongoing projects
📈Reviewed PCS financial report
🤝Elected 6 new board members.
• Senator TJ Imrur Remengesau
• ⁠Minister Jennifer S. Olegeriil
• ⁠Dr. Sinton Soalablai
• ⁠Madam Sandra S. Pierantozzi
• ⁠Dr. Yimnang Golbuu
• ⁠Dilruk Faustina Rehuher-Marugg
🙌 Welcomed 15 New Members & 3 Renewals
🎁Giveaway raffle prizes for attendees

📣Don't forget to join us tomorrow! PCS AGM📢

Come and learn more about us, become a member if you aren't already one, and VOTE for PCS Board of Directors🗳☑️

We also have free GIVEAWAYS and raffle prizes, dont miss your chance 🎁🎉🎊

Food and refreshments available, just bring your bottle🧁

See you all tomorrow!! AGM is open to the public 😊

🌏 Happy World Environment Day from Palau Conservation Society! 🌿

Today, we celebrate the beauty, strength, and resilience of our island home. This year, under our theme “Beluad ma Debed: Our Legacy, Our Future,” we honor the deep connection between our people and our environment — a bond passed down through generations and a promise we make to those yet to come.

From our rich reefs to our lush forests, protecting Palau means protecting the identity, culture, and future of our children.

💚 Let’s continue to cherish, protect, and act — for the land we love and the future we believe in.

On May 29, 2025, Palau High School Spartans took learning beyond the classroom for an unforgettable Spartans Day Activity in Airai under the project “Youth and Oceans: Fostering a Culture of Environmental Stewardship.”

From the lush trails of Oikull to the rich waters of Ngesaol, students engaged in outdoor exploration of local flora and fauna, experienced traditional tools, and discovered the traditional fishing method of Omengesokes and Omengesiau.

This activity deepened their connection with Palau’s natural and cultural heritage and reminded us of 3 important messages:

1️⃣ Nature is deeply tied to our culture – Our environment is not just a backdrop to life; it is at the heart of who we are as Palauans. It shapes our identity, our traditions, and our way of life — our klechibelau.
2️⃣ The environment depends on us, just as we depend on it – Clean waters, healthy forests, and thriving reefs can only continue to support us if we respect and care for them. Stewardship is not optional — it’s essential.
3️⃣ Learning begins young, but never ends – As students, they took their first steps into understanding our environment more deeply, but this journey of learning must continue throughout our lives. Everyone has something to learn — and something to teach.

The PHS Spartans, who stand together in unity and strength, call for collective action — to protect our environment, to pass down knowledge, and to inspire each other to be lifelong learners and stewards of our precious island home.

This activity was made possible through great collaboration. We thank the Oikull Rubak Council, Airai State Government, Delegate Rechirei, NgaraKerisebsub, Belau Medical Clinic, Koror State SWM, Belau National Museum, and MAFE. We also extend our sincere thanks to the Embassy of France to the Philippines and Micronesia for funding this activity.

Get out and explore!!! You never know what you might discover!

PCS would like to thank all the radio listeners today. We also apologize for those who were looking forward to the live video feed. Since we couldn't have live video feed during the environmental hour, here are the slides that the guests today were talking about.

Thank you again to 7th grade Teacher Viola Ngirngeterang and 7th grade student Branson Franz. Aimeliik school is an inspiration and we thank you for sharing your story.

As student Branson says, bom kerkikl a Komi er kau. Let's all do our part in keeping our island beautiful and clean.