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Três Décadas de Conservação do Oceano

Nossa História & Conquistas 

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Who We Are

PADI AWARE Foundation is a global nonprofit, powered by the world’s largest network of divers, dive professionals, and marine advocates. With three registered charities worldwide, we connect local action with global impact to protect the ocean.

As the conservation partner of PADI®, we harness the strength of the dive community to address the ocean’s most urgent threats - driving meaningful change through marine policy advocacy, citizen science, and direct conservation efforts. Together, we are working to restore the ocean’s health and achieve a future where humanity and the ocean thrive in balance.

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Our Impact

Thanks to supporters like you, PADI AWARE Foundation is driving meaningful change for the ocean. From reporting millions of pieces of marine debris to expanding marine protected areas and safeguarding endangered species like sharks and rays, we are creating tangible impact where it matters most.

Through global conservation programs like Dive Against Debris® , Adopt the Blue™, and the PADI AWARE Community Grant Program, we mobilize divers, dive centers and local communities to take action for ocean health. With ongoing support, we continue to fund critical conservation projects, protect marine life, and inspire new generations of ocean advocates.

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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.

Nossa Jornada

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Project AWARE Foundation: 1989

Nossa aventura de conservação dos oceanos começou como um projeto – uma ética ambiental iniciada pela PADI no final dos anos 80. A missão fundadora do Project A.W.A.R.E era ensinar o mundo sobre a importância e a responsabilidade de preservar o ambiente aquático. 

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Project AWARE: 1992

Com um tremendo apoio da comunidade do mergulho, a Project AWARE Foundation foi registrada em 1992 como uma organização sem fins lucrativos independente 501(c)3 nos EUA, criou uma instituição de caridade no Reino Unido em 1999 e recebeu o status formal de nonprofit na Austrália em 2002. 

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PADI AWARE Foundation: 2021

A AWARE PADI Foundation é criada como uma entidade oficial da PADI, fortalecendo ainda mais 30 anos de parceria. Juntos nós trabalhamos para mobilizar a Comunidade PADI Torchbearer e avançar na missão AWARE de impulsionar ações locais pela conservação global dos oceanos.

Timeline of Key Milestones & Achievements

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Annual Impact Reports & Financials

Since 1992, PADI AWARE Foundation has been a trusted leader in ocean conservation. Every achievement is made possible by our global community of supporters, and we are committed to transparency and accountability in how funds are used. Our annual impact reports and financial statements provide a detailed look at our conservation efforts, donor contributions, and the stewardship that ensures every dollar makes a difference for the ocean. 

PADI AWARE Foundation Funding and Program Allocation

Stories of Impact: How Divers are Protecting the Ocean

Explore inspiring stories, conservation wins, and the latest updates on how PADI AWARE Foundation and our global community of Ocean Torchbearers are taking action to protect marine life and restore the ocean.

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Every Action Shapes the Future of Our World’s Oceans

The PADI AWARE Conservation Action Portal is your gateway to making a real impact.