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Voice for the Ocean

PADI AWARE Foundation is where passion meets impact. Join the community taking action to protect the underwater world.

Every Action Shapes the Future of Our Blue Planet

The PADI AWARE Conservation Action Portal is your gateway to making a real impact. Whether you're involved in removing marine debris, advocating for marine protected areas, or supporting citizen science for ocean health, your conservation actions matter. This platform makes it easier than ever to find, participate in, and share impactful conservation actions, empowering a global community of Ocean Torchbearers working together to protect our blue planet.

Your actions fuel global change. Navigate to the Conservation Action Portal to take action, track your contributions, and be part of a growing movement that is shaping the future of our ocean.

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Together, We Make Change Possible

It takes all of us to protect the places we love. Your support powers conservation efforts across our blue planet.

AWARE Mission and Impact

For over 30 years, PADI AWARE has been driving local action for global ocean conservation, uniting divers, scientists, and ocean advocates to protect marine life and ecosystems. Through citizen science, policy change, and community grants, we empower Ocean Torchbearers to tackle the greatest threats to our ocean – from marine debris and habitat loss to species protection and climate change.

Vulnerable Species Protection

Helped secure international protection for over 100 species of sharks and rays

Dive Against Debris®

Ground-breaking science continues to inform marine research and policymakers globally

Adopt the Blue

The world’s largest network of underwater sites for conservation action

AWARE Courses

PADI Dive Shops and Instructors have educated millions of divers on how to protect the ocean

Mission Hub Community Grants

The PADI AWARE FoundationTM Community Grant Program is a cornerstone initiative to accelerate participation, education, and advocacy for ocean protection.

Our Plan to Protect the Ocean

The PADI Blueprint for Ocean Action provides a clear, measurable plan to address the most urgent marine environmental challenges. By mobilizing our global network of divers, dive centers, and partners, we work to:

• Remove ocean debris and combat plastic pollution
• Expand marine protected areas and safeguard biodiversity
• Protect endangered marine species
• Restore degraded marine habitats and enhance ocean climate resilience

Whether you're collecting critical data, advocating for stronger protections, or supporting ocean-positive businesses, your efforts help create a healthier, more sustainable ocean for future generations.

Learn more about PADI AWARE Foundation Partnership Opportunities

Enabling endless opportunities for underwater discovery

Login to the Conservation Action Portal

Take action, track your contributions, and be part of a growing movement that is shaping the future of our ocean in the Conservation Action Portal at www.action.padiaware.org.

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• Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
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