3 Fathoms
3 Fathoms is a US based 501(c)3 non-profit scientific research organization. Founded in July 2010, it supports a dynamic shark research project in Mozambique that provides crucial data for local conservation and global knowledge.
With dwindling numbers and increased consumptive demand worldwide, sustainable plans for the world's sharks must be developed. While there are a growing number of governmental and non-governmental organizations addressing the plight of sharks, management and conservation plans for shark species internationally are not effective for one primary reason: Very Little is Actually Known About Sharks.
Conventional shark research relies on the study of captive and dead sharks. This has lead to a strong knowledge base on the anatomy and physiology of sharks. But it has left huge gaps in the understanding of shark life histories, of the importance of sharks in the ocean ecosystem and of their value to us as humans. Without knowledge of these aspects, meaningful conservation of sharks is impossible.
“We're a small and growing non-profit organization. Founded on the basis of innovative, resourceful shark research, we strive to advance knowledge about sharks so that they can be adequately protected now and into the future. As we reach our goals and set new challenges for ourselves, we're making strides towards increased knowledge of and greater protection for sharks and their habitats. Get involved, donate, like us or subscribe to our newsletter. We'll be happy to have you join us."
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Eyes on the Horizon
Eyes on the Horizon is a non-governmental and non-profit association. Formed as a platform with the mission of creating a network between people who spend their days on the ocean, the Mozambican government, the media, operators, stakeholders and all parts of the private sector. The goal of Eyes of the Horizon is to collect and spread information about what is illegally happening in and around the Mozambican coast line and on the beautiful Mozambican waters. To create pressure through words and start action is their aim. Eyes on the Horizon has been formed to "crowdsource" conservation: you report what's going on along the coast, and they can pass it on to the government authorities tasked with protecting Mozambique's amazing marine environment. You can help by sending updates or photos (in complete anonymity if desired) by mailing them here.
Effective conservation requires both knowledge and action. Since 2008 Eyes On The Horizon has focussed on community based conservation , where coastal residents become active participants in identifying problems and finding solutions. We provide a link between communities, businesses and local and national government, acting as a central hub of information to assess the scope of problems and advise on education, science, intervention or educational efforts.
How we work
We have a strong network of concerned people and businesses that can regularly report illegal or unsustainable activities. This provides people the opportunity to help conserve their own “backyard” and allows us to collate reports on a nationwide basis.
With this network we can provide scientific information necessary for us to provide advice to government and international conservation organisations (such as the IUCN) on fisheries and conservation issues within the country.
We work with stakeholders, ranging from fishers to lodge owners, tourists to government ministers, to ensure that all are aware of coastal issues and their potential solutions
Information on illegal activities, such as turtle poaching or foreign vessels fishing inshore, is forwarded on to relevant government authorities so that proper enforcement may ensue
We also conduct our own coastal patrols and intelligence-gathering efforts to provide law enforcement bodies with the information they require.
The Black Fish
The Black Fish is a young marine conservation organisation that works on an international level to campaign for the protection of Europe's marine environment. It involves ordinary people in its work, most of them volunteers who realize the organisation's investigative and public action campaigns. The Black Fish works to build wide public support in order to take effective action to combat overfishing and halt illegal fishing.
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