Oceana

We are pleased to share that Diana Thomson has been elected as Oceana's new Board Chair, succeeding Sam Waterston! Sara Lowell was elected Treasurer, a position previously held by Thomson. Board Members María Eugenia Girón and James Sandler have also been re-elected as Vice Chair and Secretary, respectively. Longtime Board Member Keith Addis remains President of the Board. These announcements follow recent leadership changes that reflect Oceana’s commitment to global representation at all levels of the organization. We look forward to continuing to win science-based policies that protect and restore the world’s oceans. Read more 👉 https://oceana.ly/3YH3BaH

We're hiring for two different jobs based in the UK! 🎉 Are you an ambitious campaigner and passionate about the ocean? Learn more or apply today! 1) Campaign Officer – Habitats and Fisheries 👉 https://oceana.ly/3NG4bze 2) Campaign Officer – Oil and Gas 👉 https://oceana.ly/3YCJvyj

There's a reason California’s Channel Islands are called the Galapagos of North America — they're teeming with an incredible diversity of ocean life ! 🦭🪸🐠 Our research expeditions with partner Blancpain showcase the abundance of marine life in this area and highlight why we're calling for action to protect it. Read 👉 https://bit.ly/3NFIShb

🌊 GOOD OCEAN NEWS! The largest ever marine protected area in Europe has just been made in the Azores, and it's nearly 300,000km2. 🎉 This is a powerful step towards protecting 30% of nature by 2030. 🌍🐋 What a win for our ocean! #30x30 #OceanProtection Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/d8w5FSP8

Seafood feeds people, powers economies, and supports the health of the ocean. But many fish face threats that jeopardize our ability to have fresh, abundant food on our plates. During #NationalSeafoodMonth, NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration has the power to take action. ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gmQysMea

BREAKING: Today, new estimates put the North Atlantic right whale population around 372 individuals, which means they are still very much at risk of extinction. Far too many North Atlantic right whales are still dying from boat strikes and entanglements in fishing gear. With so few remaining, each death is a major blow to the population’s ability to recover. The U.S. government MUST do more to protect these whales. President Biden needs to finalize the updated Vessel Speed Rule immediately! More: https://oceana.ly/48yl0pH

🌊 A new report from Bloomberg Philanthropies confirms that much more needs to be done to protect 30% of our ocean by 2030! Political leaders need to take action on their pledges to ensure a thriving, abundant ocean and healthy coastal communities. This is within reach, but we must accelerate efforts and translate promises into real protection. Call for urgent action to protect our ocean today: https://oceana.ly/4f5Zlaj

"It’s great news for the oceans and for the globe in general that the world’s biggest e-commerce company did this” - Oceana's Matt Littlejohn in Grist responding to Amazon's elimination of plastic air pillows. Read the article now: https://bit.ly/4hdtyWy

🛟 The ocean is our life support system - but it needs our help urgently.   Climate breakdown, pollution, habitat destruction, and overfishing are causing heating, acidification, and a decline in marine biodiversity.   We need to come together #ForTheOcean and safeguard marine habitat before it’s too late! Learn more about how we are working to protect 30% of the ocean by 2030 alongside Bloomberg Philanthropies at for-the-ocean.org 

European Union law requires countries to allocate fishing opportunities based on transparent and objective criteria, taking into account the benefits for society, the economy, and the environment. However, in practice, most countries distribute fishing quotas primarily to those with a history of catching the most fish, favoring industrial fleets over artisanal vessels. This approach harms both coastal fishing communities and the marine environment. Oceana in Europe photo exhibition, showcasing low-impact fishers across Europe, took place from 30 September to 4 October in front of the European Parliament in Brussels. It introduced David, Muireann, Neily, and Primitivo — artisanal fishers dedicated to providing fresh, high-quality seafood while preserving the sustainability and heritage of their coastal communities. Take a look at some of the stunning pictures featured, as well as moments from the inauguration 👉 https://oceana.ly/4eJCSjw