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Dive-powered ocean conservation. Every dive counts. Join the movement.

2.8M+Pieces of marine debris logged
44,000+Marine animals freed from entanglement
$800,000+Awarded to 80+ community-led projects in 28 countries
100+Shark and ray species with increased protection measures
Become a 100% AWARE Partner Turn every certification into ocean action
Sign the PetitionsAdd your name where it counts
Sign the High Seas PetitionAdd your name for the High Seas Treaty Sign the Plastics PetitionAdd your name for a global plastics treaty
Shop PADI AWARE Gear that funds ocean action Donate and protect the ocean Join us at the LA Marathon Run for the ocean with PADI AWARE Join us at the Sydney Marathon Run 42km for the ocean in 2027 Swim the Cole Classic for us Manly ocean swim, 7 Feb 2027 Join the Shark Discovery Challenge Take part and help protect sharks & rays
Our ProgramsThe four ways we drive ocean action
Dive Against DebrisUnderwater cleanups & citizen science since 2011 Vulnerable Species ProtectionSafeguarding sharks, rays & vulnerable marine life Adopt the BlueDive sites mapped for long-term protection Community Grants$800K+ to 80+ local projects in 28 countries
Take ActionGet involved wherever you dive
Dive Against DebrisLog marine debris on your next dive Global Shark & Ray CensusRecord your shark & ray sightings Adopt the BlueRegister your local dive site Start a FundraiserTurn your dive into dive-powered funding The Shark Discovery ChallengeTake the challenge for sharks & rays Find a Conservation EventDives, cleanups & talks near you
CoursesLearn the skills to protect the ocean
PADI AWARE Specialty CourseThe core conservation course for divers Dive Against Debris SpecialtyLearn to survey and log underwater debris Shark & Ray SpecialtyIdentify and record sharks & rays
Support UsFund ocean conservation
Donate TodayMake a one-off gift Become a Monthly DonorSteady support for local action Host a FundraiserRally your dive club or community Leave a Legacy GiftProtect the ocean for generations to come Shop PADI AWARE Certification CardsCertify with cards that give back Shop Kahu NowMerchandise that funds ocean action
UpdatesThe latest from below the surface
CITES 2025We were at the table for sharks & rays Sharks International 2026The science summit shaping shark conservation 10 Tips to Save the OceanSmall actions with outsized impact Meet our AWARE GranteesStories from the projects you fund
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