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Good news! The PADI AWARE Foundation has been selected as a finalist for a grant to support ocean conservation in the Caribbean! 🙌 But they need YOUR vote to win. How to vote: - Go to the “Water Category.” - Click Vote Now under "Regenerative Reef Tourism in Barbados." It only takes 3-5 minutes and your vote will help protect coral reefs and support local communities in Barbados! 🌍💙 Vote now: http://padi.co/9skgvuda

PADI was founded on the core belief that the oceans should be accessible to all. 🌊 This December, we’re celebrating the adaptive dive community and PADI Members around the world who are transforming lives and creating greater opportunities for more people of all abilities to explore and protect the ocean! 💙 Learn more: http://padi.co/k9i35fkv

We just wrapped up the first-ever PADI CDTC in the Middle East at Le Meridien Al Aqah Resort, UAE! 🎉 39 candidates from 22 countries completed this intensive instructor trainer program, supported by 7 PADI staff and 6 interpreters. Big thanks to Al Boom Diving for in-water logistics! 🌊

Join PADI for an exciting live panel chat with two incredible members of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation - Dr. Justin Dunnavant and John "JD" Reinbott. About the Panelists Dr. Justin Dunnavant (@archfieldnotes on IG) Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at UCLA, and member of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Board of Trustees John “JD” Reinbott (@thecoralqween on IG) Iconic Reef Guardians Stewardship Coordinator at the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation About National Marine Sanctuary Day National Marine Sanctuary Day is a celebration of our protected waters in the ocean and Great Lakes in the United States. National Marine Sanctuary Day launches a campaign of sanctuary stories. This year, the focus is on stories of youth leadership and activism for our ocean and Great Lakes, expanding access to sanctuaries for tourism and recreation, and arts and culture inspired by our protected waters. Sanctuaries are solutions against existential threats of climate change, biodiversity loss, and systemic inequity. They are drivers of sustainable economic development in coastal communities, and are living laboratories for ecological protection and restoration and cultural preservation. They are for everyone as public waters, increasing access to nature and its benefits. And, it will take all of us working together to conserve these amazing wonders. The stories from throughout the National Marine Sanctuary System show that conservation, our shared heritage, and human well-being are deeply woven together in our national character. Our waters bring us together. Our national marine sanctuaries tell the stories. Celebrate these stories with us on National Marine Sanctuary Day.

Empower yourself with knowledge! The PADI Airborne Pathogens Specialty Program equips responders with essential skills to protect themselves and their communities. 🛡️ Learn more: http://padi.co/ertqto6z

Join the PADI Travel Team! 👩🏻💻 Are you passionate about diving and travel? PADI Travel is looking for a Scuba Travel Expert (remote, Asia time zone) to join its dynamic international team. If you're ready to dive into a new career journey, apply now! 📩 http://padi.co/5c0yy4v0

While diving often brings to mind multi-day trips and big adventures, there are plenty of shorter options available. Whether you’re a busy diver or just looking to get in the water, you don’t have to wait for a week-long getaway to get your fins wet! 🤿 Discover how you can fit diving into your schedule, no matter how tight it is! 👇🏽 http://padi.co/j4dht0l2

From the cenotes of Mexico to Raja Ampat's reefs, divers witness both the beauty and the decline of our oceans. While rising sea temperatures and coral bleaching threaten marine life, there is still hope. With over 29 million divers and PADI’s global network, we are making a powerful impact on ocean conservation and working to restore these vital ecosystems. Continue reading: http://padi.co/orwlwaxz Blancpain #AWAREWeek

Why is citizen science diving crucial? 🤔🤿 Citizen science involves volunteers working alongside scientists on research projects. While the concept has been around for over 100 years, the term itself is relatively recent. Check out Drew Richardson’s latest article to learn more 👇🏽 http://padi.co/ylbcepsm

Whether you’re an established professional looking for meaningful work or a young person exploring your options, there are plenty of ways to make a living and help save the ocean, too.