PADI® and the Project AWARE® team are joining forces to celebrate the power of the global dive community and inspire positive actions for a clean and healthy ocean. The third annual AWARE Week takes place throughout the week of 19-27 September 2020.  Can we count on you to carry the torch for ocean protection and inspire others to be a PADI® Torchbearer? 

The Mauritius oil spill is a tragedy for the ocean and the people of Mauritius that are so connected to and dependent on it. On the back of the global coronavirus pandemic, the oil spill is a second major blow for this small island nation that relies heavily on tourism. Mauritius and its 1.3 million residents greatly depend on a healthy environment, above and below the surface. As they now watch years of conservation work being undone, it is that much more awe-inspiring to see the community come together to do what they can with the resources they have.

What happens when you bring together the purpose of marine conservation with the passion for underwater adventure? A global movement that takes real action for the ocean planet. In 2019, Project AWARE supporters' individual actions collectively accelerated our conservation goals and advanced our vision for a return to a clean and healthy ocean. Read how your support, generosity and actions, fins on and fins off, translate into impactful results for our ocean planet.