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Scientific Advisory Board
Oceana’s Scientific Advisory Board is a group of esteemed marine scientists who provide scientific support and guidance on Oceana’s campaign work. Daniel Pauly, Ph.D., ChairFisheries CenterUniversity of British Columbia Peter Auster, Ph.D.National Undersea Research CenterUniversity of Connecticut Charles (Pete) Peterson, Ph.D.Institute of Marine ScienceUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Les Watling, Ph.D.Darling Marine CenterUniversity of … Read more
Ocean Council
The Ocean Council is a select group of academic, business, policy and philanthropic leaders who represent and support Oceana’s efforts on the global stage. Members provide a wide range of talents and resources to inform and support Oceana’s programming and the advancement of our mission. Members Include: Susan Cohn Rockefeller, Chair of the Ocean Council, … Read more
Board of Directors
Oceana’s board of directors is an accomplished group of individuals from around the world whose purpose is to steer Oceana’s campaigns to efficiently and effectively protect and restore the oceans.
History
Timeline: 2001: Oceana is established by The Pew Charitable Trusts, Oak Foundation, Marisla Foundation (formerly Homeland Foundation), and the Rockefeller Brothers Fund. 2002: Oceana merges with American Oceans Campaign, founded by actor/environmentalist Ted Danson. 2003: Official opening of Oceana’s South American Oceans office in Santiago de Chile. September 2003: Oceana strengthens European Office in Madrid, Spain. … Read more
Our Achievements
In ten years, Oceana has achieved dozens of concrete policy victories for marine life and habitats. From stopping bottom trawling in sensitive habitat areas to protecting sea turtles from commercial fishing gear, our victories represent a new hope for the world’s oceans.
The Problem
The oceans are vast, but they are not immune to human influence. We have already altered or destroyed many marine ecosystems and driven million-year-old species to the brink of extinction. According to a study published in Science, less than 4 percent of the oceans remain unaffected by human activity. We are taking too many fish out … Read more
Partners
Oceana welcomes corporate, business and Institutions donors to provide support in either monetary or in-kind donations of goods and services. As a donor, your corporation or institution can sponsor programs, events and activities that align with your philanthropic priorities and social goals to meet strategic branding and visibility needs. Oceana invites corporations who share our … Read more
