Sharks

Apr. 11/12

Many shark species are in danger of becoming extinct but you can give sharks a fighting chance by teaching AWARE Shark Conservation to your students. Teach divers and non-divers through Independent Learning or Classroom Presentations, and certify even if sharks are not seen on Training Dives.

The course can also be taught as an Adventure Dive.

Help our friends the sharks. Turn your students into informed and passionate shark defenders who take action to protect sharks.

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Jan. 02/12

We’ve got lots of great online tools for collecting shark petition signatures, but you can still help fight unsustainable shark fishing and gain the attention of policy leaders worldwide the old fashioned way. Download this PDF and take to the streets. You can collect signatures for sharks in your dive club,  dive center or during any dive course or event, or by asking friends, family and neighbors.

Jan. 02/12

Want to help fight shark finning by collecting shark petition signatures directly from your website or blog? This shark petition widget is a 21st century, online version of door-to-door canvassing.

Upload this shark petition widget to your website to start collecting petition signatures. The signatures we collect from every widget will help secure shark protections in the countries that matter most.

Here's what the petition looks like (grab the code below):

Nov. 28/11
Sharks in Peril

Parties to the Convention on Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) reached agreement to list the globally threatened giant manta ray under CMS Appendix I and II. Project AWARE with other organizations actively supported the manta ray proposal. National safeguards, as well as collaborative regional efforts to study and conserve manta rays, are urgently needed to avoid further depletion of these valuable and iconic animals.

Sep. 29/11

Sharks are unique and play a crucial role in keeping our ocean healthy, but we are close to losing some shark species forever. Read this Study Guide to learn about the major threats, missing management strategies, and, best of all, the many actions you can take to give sharks a fighting chance.

If reading this Study Guide leaves you hungry for more shark action contact your local PADI dive centre to complete your AWARE Shark Conservation Diver Distinctive Specialty course.

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Sep. 24/11

Reward your happy shark protectors with a "I Shouted for Sharks - Will You?" Sticker.

Print out the stickers (Avery A4 sizes) and Voila! Your shark ambassadors can be easily rewarded for their efforts.

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Aug. 07/11

We are emptying the ocean of sharks. As a diver and a global citizen acting locally, you can play a critical role in saving sharks. Start by signing the AWARE petition to save sharks. Here's why your signature and additional actions to protect sharks are so important.

Sharks In Peril
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Jun. 01/11

Show your commitment to ocean protection. Download this artwork and print your very own Give Sharks a Fighting Chance display for your dive center classroom, shop floor or upcoming dive event. Show your divers how to take action on shark protection.

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May. 31/11
Sharks in Peril

Generate buzz for shark conservation and be ready when hammerhead sharks Finn and Finley visit your dive center.  Personalize the template press release to tell Finn and Finley’s story and gain attention for the critical issue of shark conservation in your community. “Sharks on Tour” provides a fun way to tell divers and fellow advocates what your dive center is doing to protect sharks.

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May. 31/11
Sharks in Peril

Hammerhead sharks, Finn and Finley are on a mission: they are spreading the word about the urgent need for shark protection around the world.  These sharks are making stops at dive centers across the globe and delighting children and divers as they go.

Download instructions to find out how you can help Finn and Finley complete their mission. Also, follow their exciting journey on their My Ocean profile located here: www.projectaware.org/sharksontour