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Welcome To Sea Save

"Sea Save Foundation is a science based, not-for-profit, ocean conservation organization that leverages the power of education, imagery and critical calls to action to catalyze ocean protection on the regional, national and international stages.."
Georgienne Bradley  /  Founder/Director

Sea Save Leaders

A group of diverse professionals all coming together for one common purpose.
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What We Do

  • ico  Get Trashy
  • ico  Week In Review
  • ico  Voice of Cocos Island
  • ico  Dive 4 A Difference
  • ico  CITES
  • ico  Give ‘Em the Fin
  • ico  Advocacy Actions
Get Trashy is a weekly personal challenge to the worldwide ocean advocacy community to clean up our waterways. Through weekly Sea Save Foundation videos we will be asking and inspiring people to get involved by dedicating just a few minutes of their day in efforts to clean up waterways in their communities. By removing trash from a lake, river or ocean, individuals could improve the water feature, improve the environment for local inhabitants and look to better the aquatic ecosystem. The videos will encourage people to participate no matter where they live – near the beach or in a city – as we must start somewhere if our aim to clean our oceans and planet. We will encourage people to create and post their videos or photos of their cleanups, tagging us (#seasave #seasavefoundation) as well as encourage people to use the campaign hashtag #gettrashy to create a compilation of all efforts.


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Every week the Sea Save Foundation team researches and vets the critical stories from the last seven days. We use only reliable news or primary sources. We weave the critical facts into a few tight sentences and present this “Week in Review” to our audience via our blog and social media platforms. By investing a few minutes each week, readers can stay abreast of current scientific breakthroughs, challenges, and advocacy efforts and incorporate this information into their understanding of the ocean. People want to do the right thing and want to protect oceans; we arm them with the information they need to best further these efforts. An informed public will choose to support sound policy that promises secure ocean futures. Knowledge Translation – Often scientists write in a language understandable only by their colleagues. We break down stories published in peer-reviewed journals and reputable publications in a way that is understandable and interesting to the lay reader. We write entries using language that captivates and engages our readers. Information can contribute to knowledge and knowledge can result in action to protect our oceans.


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As principal contributors to the original petition making this island an UNESCO World Heritage site, Sea Save Foundation leaders are uniquely positioned to protect the island from poachers who decimate the island’s animal populations. We will reach out to regular visitors to the island such as park rangers, guards, and scientists to relay information about their trips and the condition of the island. Using this information, we seek to inform people of the scientific value and sheer beauty of Cocos Island and its inhabitants to engage them as we ask for their help in protecting it.


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Sea Save Foundation partners with dive companies and amateur underwater photographers around the world to crowdsource high-quality ocean images and video into a free, searchable database. Participants are asked to share their photos with the database and each photographer’s best shots are watermarked and uploaded to our servers for free distribution. In return, we ask those who download and use photos and videos to share their projects with us; range of usage could run from from elementary school presentations to nonprofit grant applications.


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Advocacy means fighting to defend and protect that which you value. Sea Save Foundation believes in taking information to build knowledge, and using knowledge to take action to protect the oceans. CITES, the Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species, is one of the international platforms where Sea Save Foundation courageously wages battle to protect threatened and endangered species from extinction. The Conference of the Parties of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CoP CITES) is where the international community convenes to discuss, debate and decide which species warrant some level protection via international trade restrictions. Sea Save Foundation team prepares and attends these high-level international meetings. We study the proposals and create knowledge translation materials for delegates, who may not understand how a loss of a species could impact their country. We work with other non governmental organizations, scientists and delegates to explore the science and policy surrounding each species.


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Give Em the Fin is an interactive campaign that was used to launch a widespread global conversation. This campaign provided a launchpad to discuss and underscore our goal to discourage the consumption of shark fin soup and to educate about the critical role sharks play in healthy ocean ecosystems. The campaign included education, advocacy, and activism on a global level including children and adults, students and scientists, individuals, and groups. This campaign involved information, used to increase knowledge and insight, that resulted in action. That action was leveraged into a global community activity and artwork.


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By definition, Advocacy in all its forms seeks to ensure that people, particularly those who are most vulnerable in society, are able to: Have their voice heard on issues that are important to them. Defend and safeguard their rights. Have their views and wishes genuinely considered when decisions are being made about their lives. Sea Save Foundation chooses ocean issues and builds advocacy campaigns that enable people to leverage the power of intelligent debate, carefully researched and articulated facts and to use the power of the Internet and social media to communicate these democratic tenets to regional, national and international governing bodies.


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Testimonials

The Sea Save Foundation introduced me to the depths of the ocean, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. As a high school student, I had the opportunity to participate in two leadership expeditions. I went on these trips to learn to scuba dive and see some cool creatures but left with so much more. I developed a new perspective on the importance of our oceans, a commitment to philanthropy and most of all I left with a renewed confidence in my leadership abilities. My overall experience with Sea Save has truly shaped the confident, passionate, and ambitious person I am today. As a result of marine exposure, I entered my undergraduate education at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as an Environmental Engineering major. I hope that one day I will have the opportunity to tie my education and career together to make an impact on our oceans.
- Katie Alexandridis
Sea Save Foundation are an amazing organization that are doing a great job for the oceans! I can recommend their work to all!
- Veerle Roelandt
1 person found this review helpful I’ve donated to and watched this amazing organization as they have grown over the last couple of years. Their commitment to save the oceans, especially in the area of shark finning, has helped produce positive results. Sea Save worked tirelessly in the legislative process to ban shark fin products in California. And their work in Cocos Islands have developed much-needed programs in education and their media helped to expand the protected area. Kudos to the organization.
- West Images
I was first introduced to Sea Save Foundation as a freshman in high school. I went on a leadership expedition where I looked forward to SCUBA diving and learning more about the ocean. While there, I learned so much more. I discovered a new found love of the ocean, not because of what we, as humans, can use it for, but for the wonderful creatures and things that can be found just below its surface. Sadly, not everyone sees the ocean like this and as a result, terrible pollution is happening. But the amazing people of the Sea Save Foundation work to show the world what the ocean could be if we paid more attention. They educate people worldwide through videos and photographs, blogs and magazines. I am now a freshman in college and will never ever forget the crucial lessons I learned working alongside these wonderful people, and will continue to help them any way I can.
- Katie
1 person found this review helpful I have the pleasure of working with Sea Save Foundation to help support the amazing work they have been doing to bring more ocean conservation campaigns to the surface. Sea Save Foundation is deeply committed to marine conservation and founded on the concept that by sharing & educating about the amazing wonders of the ocean we can help to inspire others to get more involved. I was very proud to be apart of the success of the shark fin bill AB 376 where Sea Save volunteer and Executive Director Georgienne Bradley spoke before the Senate Appropriations Committee to speak up about the impact this bill would have on the health of our oceans worldwide. I am inspired and excited to continue to help Sea Save Foundation for our future generations.
- Nicole DeRosa
I have been a volunteer for Sea Save Foundation for the last two years. As a Program Manager, I examine the details and follow-through of nonprofit organizations and businesses. Sea Save Foundation excels in this arena. What a great organization.
- Lynda Whitbread
“I started volunteering with Sea Save foundation by chance. It is a fabulous family of people! I have enjoyed myself and know I’ve really made a difference.”
- Linda Kersten
1 person found this review helpful I have worked in the dive industry for over 20 years. It became time when I really needed to give back. I have seen a big change in the underwater world over the last 20 years and we are at a tipping point. Sea Save Foundation was the logical choice. I have watched their growth over the years and they’re making a strong impact. I want to help lead this team.
- Ian Allsopp
A great bunch of passionate people fighting to help save our oceans. They are a well managed ,motivated group and a pleasure to work alongside
- Dave Harrison
Sea Save Foundation educates, advocates, and influences the public discussion regarding ocean conservation. Our team is composed of professionals who bring passion, talent, energy, and the same professional rigor they use in their full-time work to their volunteer work. And we have fun doing it. We know this work, to help protect the planet, is vital. We aim to translate scientific knowledge to the public and decision makers so that we can collectively make wise choices to protect our ocean for future generations. Sea Save Foundation is mission-driven, supported by our generous donors and volunteers.
- Board Member Consultant
I volunteered with Sea Save Foundation for 2.5 years and it was a very rewarding experience. I learned a lot about the non-profit industry and was very impressed with the fact that the organization is 85% ( or more) volunteer run. In my time as a volunteer with Sea Save Foundation I learned about the importance of working upstream to find long-lasting solutions.
- Ocean Lover Consultant
Being a part of Sea Save Foundation has been a wonderful experience. The skills I have learned has taught me a lot! Because of Sea Save I decided to pursue my Master’s in Marine Biology instead of Environment Science! I have always had an admiration for the ocean but being with Sea Save, it really hit home! The people I work with are like family and are so close knit. Furthermore, everyone with Sea Save is SO PASSIONATE about what they do and how they can help. No matter what you title is people are always ready to help in another aspect when and if they are needed! Helping our oceans and the marine life that dwells within is so important for our ecosystems, economy, environment and for the mere beauty of all the wonderful animals the ocean has to offer! This is a GREAT foundation that sets the bar high in ambition and drive! A team is only as strong as the people in it… Sea Save Foundation has shined and continues to show it’s passion!
- Anna Maggi
I met Georgienne Bradely, over 17 years ago, at a Wildlife Film Festival. What was so admirable about Georgienne was her enthusiasm, dedication, incredible knowledge, involvement and affinity for the marine environment. Her Foundation, Sea Save, was one of the first non-profit organizations focused on “Blue-Economics”, realizing the oceans devastation which needed attention “yesterday”! My experience with Sea Save Foundation,, has inspired me to promote, create and be a voice for our marine environment. If I can sum up in one sentence about the founder of Sea Save, Georgienne Bradley, is: “When You Love Something, You Want To Protect It.”
- SharkChick1
I’ve volunteered with Sea Save for over seven years. As a diver and lover of nature, I really love the programs we have. Some are about education, which are needed. But I love that we go beyond that and help to change laws that will make a real difference in the health of our oceans!
- Mary Kurts
I was first introduced to the Sea Save Foundation as a freshman in high school. I went on a leadership expedition where I looked forward to scuba diving and learning more about the ocean. While there, I learned so much more. I discovered a new found love of the ocean, not because of what we, as humans, can use it for, but for the wonderful creatures and things that can be found just below its surface. Sadly, not everyone sees the ocean like this and as a result terrible pollution is happening. But the amazing people of the Sea Save Foundation work to show the world what the ocean could be if we payed more attention. They educate people world wide through videos and photographs, blogs and magazines. I am now a freshman in college and will never ever forget the crucial lessons I learned working along side these wonderful people, and will continue to help them any way I can.
- Katie22 Consultant
I’ve donated to and watched this amazing organization as they have grown over the last couple of years. Their commitment to save the oceans, especially in the area of shark finning, has helped produce positive results. Sea Save worked tirelessly in the legislation process to ban shark fin products in California. And their work in Cocos Islands have developed much needed programs in education and their media helped to expand the protection area. Kudos to the organization.
- westimages Consultant
Imaging Foundation and Sea Save Foundation are an amazing organization that are doing a great job for the oceans ! I can recomment their work to all !
- Veerle
Sea Save Foundation introduced me to the depths of the ocean, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. As a high school student, I had the opportunity to participate in two SSF leadership expeditions. I went to learn to SCUBA dive and see some cool creatures but left with much more. I developed a new perspective on the importance of our oceans, a commitment to philanthropy and most of all I left with a renewed confidence in my leadership abilities. My experience with Sea Save has truly shaped the confident, passionate, and ambitious person I am today. As a result, I entered my undergraduate education at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as an Environmental Engineering major. I hope that one day I will have the opportunity to tie my education and career together to make an impact on our oceans.
- Katie Alexandridis Consultant
Being a part of Sea Save Foundation has been a wonderful experience. The skills I have learned has taught me a lot! Because of Sea Save I decided to pursue my Master’s in Marine Biology instead of Environment Science! I have always had an admiration for the ocean but being with Sea Save, it really hit home! The people I work with are like family and are so close knit. Furthermore, everyone with Sea Save is SO PASSIONATE about what they do and how they can help. No matter what you title is people are always ready to help in another aspect when and if they are needed! Helping our oceans and the marine life that dwells within is so important for our ecosystems, economy, environment and for the mere beauty of all the wonderful animals the ocean has to offer! This is a GREAT foundation that sets the bar high in ambition and drive! A team is only as strong as the people in it… Sea Save Foundation has shined and continues to show it’s passion!
- annamaggi Consultant
I joined Sea Save earlier this year and have enjoyed every moment. It has taught me so much about what is necessary in raising awareness about marine issues. Working with Sea Save has given me the opportunity to be involved in projects from social media communications to project managing. The team is hardworking and passionate about everything they do, always eager to help out in any way they can. I’m excited to be a part of the Sea Save pod!
- renee1991