Highlights, Stories, and Updates from Oceanic Society

Stay informed about Oceanic Society’s work to protect the ocean. From program updates and conservation wins to behind-the-scenes news from our team and partners, the articles here will keep you connected to our mission and impact.

New Research Illuminates How Culture and Belief Shape Sea Turtle Use in Indonesia

By Hunter Rimmer | January 29, 2026

Sea turtles have navigated Earth’s oceans for more than 100 million years, yet today they face significant threats from human activity. Though conservation efforts often…

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21 Grants Awarded to Sea Turtle Conservation Projects Worldwide (2025-26)

January 26, 2026

We are proud to announce that Oceanic Society has awarded 21 grants to sea turtle conservation projects in Argentina, Australia,…

A shirtless Indonesian man with swim goggles on his head, wearing blue swim shorts, paddles a traditional bamboo outrigger canoe across calm turquoise ocean waters under a clear blue sky. Distant green volcanic mountains rise on the horizon, with scattered white clouds above.

Expedition Impact Program Spotlight: Indonesia

December 10, 2025

This is the first in our Expedition Impact Spotlight series, showcasing the conservation outcomes our expeditions create through partnerships with…

leatherback sea turtle on beach

A Banner Year for Sea Turtle Conservation at Oceanic Society

December 3, 2025

At Oceanic Society, we believe that sea turtles are more than just marine icons; they’re vital sentinels of ocean health,…

clownfish in anemone in Raja Ampat

Our 2025 Year in Review. Thank you!

December 1, 2025

As 2025 comes to a close, Oceanic Society celebrates a year of measurable progress in ocean conservation, made possible through…

students on a boat look at the san francisco skyline

Bay Area Youth & Ocean Access: Conservation Scholars Program 2024–2025 Review

November 18, 2025

For many young people growing up around the San Francisco Bay, the ocean is a distant idea—something they learn about…

Split image showing a coral reef: one side bleached and lifeless, the other side vibrant and healthy, illustrating the impacts of coral bleaching on reef ecosystems

Coral Bleaching Awareness Month: Why Our Oceans Need Us Now

November 18, 2025

November is Coral Bleaching Awareness Month, a time to highlight the urgent threats facing coral reefs, as well as the…

Travelers walking along a shaded beach path, carrying trash bags and picking up litter.

From California to Indonesia: International Coastal Cleanup Day 2025 Takes on Plastic Pollution

October 31, 2025

On September 20th, two groups of Oceanic Society community members on opposite sides of the globe joined forces in the…

aerial photo of southern right whale mother and calf

Create a Legacy for the Ocean This October

October 23, 2025

Each October, National Estate Planning Awareness Month reminds us to plan wisely for the future, both for the people we…

green sea turtle resting on coral reef

Global Conservation Efforts Lift Green Turtle from Endangered Status

October 15, 2025

Given our longstanding commitment to global sea turtle conservation, we are especially pleased to share the news that the green…

leatherback turtle swimming underwater

Name a Tracked Sea Turtle and Support Conservation

October 7, 2025

We’re excited to share our new symbolic animal adoption program that allows you to symbolically adopt and name a satellite-tracked…

2025 Team BEACH behavior change workshop attendees in Ghana

Team BEACH: A Global Approach to Conservation Through Behavioral Science

August 28, 2025

In recent decades, scientists have learned a great deal about our oceans. We have mapped vital habitats, tracked how animals…

coral reef in American Samoa

Introducing Oceanic Society’s Advisory Council

August 25, 2025

We are thrilled to announce the formation of the Oceanic Society Advisory Council, a diverse group of leaders and changemakers…

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