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The divers for climate Story

About

Divers for Climate kicked off as a community of passionate divers and tourism folks in late 2020, coming together online to chat about how diving and climate change intersect. Fast forward to now, and we’re a registered non-profit with thousands of divers onboard, all pushing for more action on climate change.

As divers, we see first-hand the beauty that exists underwater as well as the threats it faces from climate change. Coral bleaching and marine heatwaves, extreme weather, rising-sea levels and ocean acidification are just a few of the issues hitting our favourite dive spots.

That’s why we’re here: to share these hidden stories and drive transformative change. We’re all about sparking important conversations, motivating community action and rallying support to protect our oceans and livelihoods from the damage caused by fossil fuels for generations to come. Dive in with us and help make a splash for a better blue planet!

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Mission

There are currently an estimated 6 million active divers per year, dive centres in almost every country and international agencies which drive the global dive network. The marine tourism industry is also one of the largest sectors in the ocean economy, presenting a unique opportunity to motivate stronger global action on climate change.

 

Our mission is to empower the dive community and activate a new wave of climate ambassadors who will inspire the public and key decision-makers to take action to protect people and oceans at scale.

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Vision

We envision a future where the voices of divers resonate in every politician's office, reverberate in every media outlet and echo on every stage - and where we can continue to enjoy our favourite dive sites for generations to come.

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our values

justice

We stand in solidarity with those disproportionately impacted by climate change.

collaboration

We work together with industry and communities to co-create change.

diversity

Just like the ocean, we celebrate diversity and inclusion, and commit to creating safe spaces to work together.

integrity

We are transparent in our actions and held accountable by our community.

respect

We know that change takes time and must be grounded in trust and respect.

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Photo credit: The Undertow Media

Divers for Climate acknowledge Indigenous and First Nations people as the first custodians, scientists and explorers of the ocean, and recognise their continuing connection with the land and sea. We recognise that Indigenous people are disproportionately bearing the brunt of ocean climate impacts and must play a key role in solutions. We commit to listening to, learning from and amplifying Indigenous knowledge and wisdom in all our endeavours. Divers for Climate was inspired by and created on the land and sea country of the Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji, Yirriganydji and Gunggandji people. We pay our respects to their elders past, present, and emerging.

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*Divers for Climate manages donations consistent with their policy to not act as a mere conduit. Any allocation of funds or property to other persons or organisations will be made in accordance with the established purposes of the organisation and not be influenced by the preference of the donor. The organisation will not pass a donation of money or property to other organisations, bodies or persons as a condition of a donation.

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