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PADI Named One of TIME’s Most Influential Sustainability Companies of 2026

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From Local Dives to Global Impact: How Your Ocean Actions Help With Ocean Conservation Policy

Learn how PADI AWARE turns your local diver actions into global protections for sharks, rays and marine ecosystems.
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The Stingray That Inspired a New Distinctive Specialty on Marine Life Rescues

One PADI Course Director has turned an encounter with an entangled stingray into a Distinctive Specialty course. Here's why.
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On the Ground at UNOC3: Why Divers Must Have a Seat at the Table

Read about PADI and PADI AWARE Foundation's participation in the 3rd UN Ocean Conference, and how divers can lead the way in conservation.
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The New Conservation Action Portal: Where Every Action Shapes the Future of Our Ocean

The Conservation Action Portal is a one-stop shop for conservation action to easily take part, increase your impact and become a Torchbearer.
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