Katie Thompson

The Power of Divers: Why the PADI AWARE Foundation Matters Now More Than Ever

When millions of trained divers contribute to ocean conservation through the PADI AWARE Foundation, their impact becomes measurable.

Andrew Taylor: Leading Coral Reef Restoration in Bali

Meet Andrew Taylor, recipient of the PADI Ocean Torchbearer Award as founder of Blue Corner Conservation and creator of

Tim Leichliter: Rooted in Community, Restoring Reefs From Within

Meet Tim Leichliter, recipient of the PADI Ocean Torchbearer Award and co-founder of Hoʻomalu Ke Kai, a nonprofit for

Robin Philippo: Leading Small Groups To Make a Lasting Impact

Meet Robin Philippo, Ocean Torchbearer Award winner and Director at the Tropical Research and Conservation Centre in Malaysia.

Les Burke: Igniting Purpose & Building Future Leaders Beneath the Surface

Les Burke is the founder of Junior Scientists in the Sea and PADI Ocean Torchbearer Award winner, empowering youth

Carrie Tsai: Coral Conservation Champion in Taiwan

Carrie Tsai, PADI Ocean Torchbearer Award Winner, is known as the coral conservation champion in Taiwan, and creator of

Diving for Peace: A Powerful Celebration of Unity Beneath the Surface

Diving for Peace brought together Paralympic athletes from around the world to experience the transformative power of scuba diving.

This Is What It Means To Be AWARE