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SHARK AND MARINE CONSERVATION WORLDWIDE
ABOUT SHARK GUARDIAN
Shark Guardian is a UK Charity founded by professional divers, shark researchers and educators Brendon Sing and Elizabeth Ward-Sing. Although Shark Guardian is a UK Charity, Shark Guardian campaigns and activities take place worldwide including the United Kingdom, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Asia.
Our objective is to advance the conservation of sharks and the natural environment through conservation, education, research projects and expeditions.
WHAT WE DO
SHARK CONSERVATION
Sharks are one of the most important species in the world protecting our oceans. However, millions of sharks are being killed each year from various human related activities and impacts.
Shark Guardian has several active campaigns around the world. These campaigns are often in collaboration with other conservation organizations to help save our sharks and our oceans. The Shark Guardian shark conservation department is responsible for conducting:
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Global shark and marine conservation campaigns
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Leading or supporting shark and marine conservation petitions
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Enforcing conservation through educational programs and scientific research
SHARK EDUCATION
Shark conservation starts with an increased knowledge of sharks and the vital role they play for all life on Earth. Shark Guardian delivers this essential information for everyone who is interested to learn about sharks through:
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In-person presentations to schools worldwide
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Online presentations to schools worldwide
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Presentations to dive communities
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Presentations and seminars for public events
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Shark Guardian Diver programs and courses
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The development of educational books and various resources
SHARK RESEARCH
Shark research plays a vital role in shark conservation. Through shark research, data is used to influence or implement policy changes for the benefit of protecting sharks. Shark Guardian contributes to shark research by:
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Supporting shark research through university departments
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Partnering with eOceans - a citizen science research project and mobile application
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Participating and contributing to shark photo ID research for Whale Shark research and Zebra (a.k.a Leopard) Shark research
SHARK EXPEDITIONS
DIVING AND SNORKELING
Shark Guardian expeditions are conducted in various parts around the world to offer an amazing opportunity to scuba dive or snorkel with sharks.
All Shark Guardian expeditions incorporate and include:
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Educational shark presentations
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Optional shark specialty diving certifications
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Research and citizen science workshops and applications
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Ethical shark diving procedures
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