Dive With Purpose: How To Choose (and Join) a 100% AWARE Dive Center

Across the globe, PADI Instructors and Dive Centers have committed to ocean protection through the 100% AWARE partnership.

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11 June, 2015

Conservation

Healthy oceans are essential to our future. Explore stories, practical tips and inspiring initiatives that empower divers to protect marine ecosystems and create positive change above and below the surface.

Ocean Torchbearer Award Winner Amanda Van Jaarsveld in scuba gear standing in a pool

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Two divers picking trash up on a reef to put in a Dive Against Debris bag

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Josh Schellenberg's winning shot features a mako shark in Baja California.

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