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Understanding the Bahamas' Underwater Cave System

A cave diver's paradise, the Bahamas is home to an extensive network of life-sustaining underwater caverns chock-full of history—and a whole lot of mystery.

The Ocean Networking Organization You Should Know About

Breaking into the world of ocean science and conservation can feel overwhelming. The Women’s Aquatic Network helps women build connections and gain professional development training to navigate their careers with confidence.

A Blue Bond

An encounter with a whale shark inspired a groundbreaking citizen science partnership between PADI®, PADI AWARE Foundation™, and Blancpain. Through Adopt the Blue™, PADI Members diving with mission hubs can contribute to ocean conservation while forging a deeper connection to the sea.

How to Book a Sustainable Dive Trip

Sustainability can be subjective, which makes it tricky to book a truly eco-conscious getaway. This program makes it easier to identify operators who are making real differences.

In Search of Sunflower Sea Stars

After sea star wasting disease wiped out more than 90 percent of the ocean's wild sunflower sea star population, divers brave the cold Alaskan waters to find traces of the remaining population.

Catalyst for Change

A Catalyst for Change highlights the pivotal role of passion, born from direct experience, in driving marine conservation efforts. A personal connection to conservation serves as the true catalyst for change, motivating individuals to actively participate in conservation initiatives.

The Next Generation of Black Women in Marine Science

Black in Marine Science and The Nature Conservancy team up to give a group of students a week of scuba diving, marine science lessons and cultural experiences in St. Croix.

Orgcas: The Women Uniting to Save Sharks

The nonprofit Orgcas is making major strides in shark conservation through science, communication, education and local tourism with the help of local fishermen.

The Race to Save the Maldives' Sea Turtles

Climate change is threatening the Maldivian sea turtle population. This is how local resorts are teaming up to protect them.