Initiatives

We have launched our own initiatives to fill gaps in conservation work and build lasting relationships. These core ocean conservation initiatives provide leading contributions to the global ocean conservation dialogue on the topics of ocean acidification, ocean literacy, blue carbon, and plastic pollution.

Teach For the Ocean

Ocean Science Equity

Plastics

Scientists prepare the seagrass for planting

Blue Resilience Initiative

We rally private investors, nonprofit organizations, and government actors to restore and protect coastal ecosystems that increase our climate resilience, reduce pollution, and promote a sustainable blue economy.

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Teach for the ocean Initiative

We support the development of ocean literacy for marine educators- both inside and outside of traditional classroom settings- to be trained to educate others about our connection to the ocean and to use that knowledge to drive conservation action.

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Ocean Science Equity Initiative

Our ocean is changing faster than ever before. We ensure that all countries and communities can monitor and respond to these changing ocean conditions – not just those with the most resources. 

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Plastics Initiative

We work to influence sustainable production and consumption of plastics, to achieve a truly circular economy. We believe this begins with prioritizing materials and product design to protect human and environmental health.

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Recent

The March to End the Plastic Era, led by the Second Line band in Ottawa, Canada in April 2024.
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The Ocean Foundation Joins Civil Society Groups Worldwide in Demanding Greater Transparency and Participation in Upcoming Plastics Treaty Talks

133 civil society organizations worldwide, including The Ocean Foundation, called on the leadership of the INC working on a legally binding instrument to end plastic pollution, to provide greater transparency …

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2024 Teach For the Ocean Educators Summit

Teach For The Ocean’s inaugural Educators Summit was held June 4, 2024 at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. In total, over 80 educators from all backgrounds in Washington, …

End Plastic Pollution International Collaborative (EPPIC), a new Public Private Partnership

Launched at the 78th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 78), the End Plastic Pollution International Collaborative (#EPPIC_Plastics) is a $14.5 million USD, multiyear public-private partnership, hosted by IUCN …

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NEW: Youth Ocean Action Toolkit 🐋

Check out this incredible toolkit created by youth, for youth!

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What Does the Ocean Mean to You? Spoiler Alert: There is No Right Answer

Asking the question: “What does the ocean mean to you?” to scientists, students and businesses.

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CLOSED – Request for Proposals: Local Coordinator to Advance Ocean Observing in the Federated States of Micronesia

TOF is seeking a local coordinator for a project to advance ocean observing capacity in the Federated States of Micronesia.