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OUR ADVOCASEA BE A PROUD AND PROACTIVE SEATIZEN! Learn more and get involved by downloading these free resources. with governments, businesses, schools, NGOs, and individuals communities on the value of protecting our marine resources seatizens to take action for conservation and restoration PAPARAZSEA Follow us on Instagram

This online platform is a collection of various resources on sharks in the Philippines, curated by Save Sharks Network Philippines (SSNP). Sharks are a valuable resource in the Philippines. Out of over 1,000 species of sharks*, about 200 species are found in the Philippines, and 23% may be new records or undescribed species. Recognizing the important role that sharks play in the ecology and economy, the Philippine government and civil society organizations have been working together to conserve sharks. This online platform is a collection of various resources on sharks in the Philippines, curated by Save Sharks Network Philippines (SSNP). SSNP is a coalition of organizations and institutions working on shark and ray research and conservation. *Sharks is used as a generic term to apply to all shark and shark-like species belonging to the cartilaginous group of fishes under the Class Chondrichthyes and subclass Elasmobranchii. This includes true sharks, winged sharks or batoids, and silver sharks or chimaeras. Thresher Shark by Noel Guevara Resources Resources on Sharks Laws and Policy Frameworks Guidebooks and Manuals Educational Materials

Our Projects Environmental Education and Seatizen Participation YSEALI Marine Accelerator Program in partnership with the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative and U.S. Embassy in the Philippines Background The Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative - Marine Accelerator Program (YSEALI MAP) supported emerging leaders and youth-led, community-based initiatives in the region through a virtual capacity-building workshop, grants, and mentorship. The workshop topics of the virtual component included stakeholder analysis, monitoring and evaluation, storytelling, visual communications, and goal-setting. Participants had the opportunity to pitch for grants to grow their initiatives. From 2021-2022, YSEALI MAP supported 21 projects in the region that worked on addressing issues in illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing; river or marine ecosystem degradation; and marine debris. Goal To advance the capacity of emerging conservation leaders and influencers in Southeast Asia to scale up or expand initiatives that improve regional cooperation and address maritime and inland waterway issues Participants 2021: Virtual program: 62 participants representing 33 initiatives Grantees: 11 projects in 9 countries 2022: Grantees: 10 projects in 5 countries Timeline Virtual program: April-December 2021 1st batch of grantees: June 2021-February 2022 2nd batch of grantees: April 2022-October 2022 How We Made Waves A total of PhP2.87 million awarded to support 21 projects in 11 countries Collectively, the projects had 7,640 offline/in-person beneficiaries and 3,681 online beneficiaries. Go with the flow. Read more about the 2021 YSEALI MAP Grantees Read more about the 2022 YSEALI MAP Grantees Learn more about what we do. Environmental Education and Conservation Leadership Shark Conservation Waste Management and Circular Economy

Guidebooks and Manuals Pating Ka Ba? An Identification Guide for Sharks, Batoids and Chimaeras of the Philippines View resource here Philippine Aquatic Wildlife Rescue and Response Manual Series: Sharks and Rays View resource here < Back to main page

Our Projects Environmental Education and Seatizen Participation Change the Current Goal Integrate environmental education activities in the national curriculum and instill eco-friendly practices in school and at home Background Change the Current (CTC) began in 2020 as a series of infographics on climate change issues in the Philippines. It evolved into an education and leadership program for adolescents in 2021 (CTC 1.0), for college students and young professionals in 2022 (YCTC), and for educators in 2023 (CTC 2.0). ​ CTC 1.0 was in partnership with the Department of Education-Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service (DepEd-DRRMS) and UNICEF Philippines, YCTC with the Young Southeast Asian Leaders Initiative and the US Embassy in the Philippines, and CTC 2.0 with UNICEF Philippines and DepEd-DRRMS, with support from The Marketplace and Kiehl's Philippines. ​ The 2024 workshops are being supported by Ashoka Globalizer and private donors. How We Made Waves 535 participants in three years Supported 24 children- and youth-led projects with grants worth ₱445,000 Supported 20 educator- and adolescent-led projects with grants worth ₱300,000 ​ ​ Developed the Earthducation Library, a curated platform of instructional materials on climate change, marine litter and waste management, and marine ecosystems. Participants 2021: 110 students and 110 teacher-advisers 2022: 20 youth leaders 2023: 295 public school educators Timeline 2020-2024 Learn your A-B-Seas and more Visit the Earthducation Library here What We Do Marine Litter & Circular Economy Shark Conservation Ocean Climate Action

Our Projects Environmental Education and Seatizen Participation Earthducation Education we need for the Earth we deserve Goal Integrate environmental education activities in the national curriculum and instill eco-friendly practices in school and at home Background Through interactive workshops and learning materials, Earthducation aims to increase conservation literacy and appreciation for nature and our immediate environment. From 2017 to 2019, we implemented Earthducation workshops in Los Baños, Bantayan Island, Malapascua Island, and Boracay Island. As a response to the COVID-19 pandemic, we created the Earthducation Kit, which contains the Earthducation Manual and Activity Guide. In 2023, we launched Change the Current 2.0, a program to build capacity and increase knowledge of public school teachers on climate change education. ​ Earthducation has been supported by Globe Telecom, Kiehl's Philippines, UNICEF Philippines, and the Department of Education-Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Service. How We Made Waves Collectively trained 700+ teachers across the Philippines Distributed 40 Earthducation Kits Participants Formal and non-formal educators Timeline 2017-2023 Go with the flow. Learn more about the Earthducation Kit here. What We Do Marine Litter & Circular Economy Shark Conservation Ocean Climate Action

INFOGRAPHICS Know Your Government Confused in the maze that is the bureaucracy of Philippine government? We were too – that’s why we created Know Your Government, an infographic series to empower seatizens to know the roles, functions, and species covered by selected government agencies. Find out who to go to for reports, inquiries, and commendations! DOWNLOAD FILE PCSD POSTER DOWNLOAD FILE LGUs POSTER DOWNLOAD FILE DOT POSTER DOWNLOAD FILE BOC POSTER DOWNLOAD FILE BFAR POSTER DOWNLOAD FILE DENR POSTER

Top of Page Eligibility Application Timeline About Gen SEA (Top) Eligibility Application Copy of Timeline and Activities Copy of Copy of Reimagine Recycling 2 Timeline Untitled Notice Copy of About Gen SEA Untitled Contact GENERATION OF SEA AND EARTH ADVOCATES APPLY NOW FAQS Calling young Filipino seatizens! Are you a Filipino seatizen 18-23 years old who’s ready to make waves? Gen SEA is looking for environmental advocates who have the potential to develop and lead projects to save our seas and protect our environment. Gain deeper knowledge on coastal marine ecosystems and climate change; strengthen pro-environmental habits and practices; and build your leadership and advocacy skills through hands-on activities. If you’ve got the drive to make a difference and want to level up your skills, Gen SEA is for you! ​ Gen SEA is under the French Embassy’s program, Youth and Oceans, which aims to engage Filipino youth in ocean conservation by raising awareness and empowering civil society organizations in areas related to the protection of oceans. Gen SEA is a project of Save Philippine Seas and the French Embassy in the Philippines. What’s in store? Two cohorts of 40 participants each All expenses covered (transportation, accommodations, and materials) A virtual component that kicks off in January 2025, followed by an in-person program with Team Earth on April 26-May 2 (Earth Month) or Team Sea on May 24-30 (Month of the Ocean). Applicants must: Be a Filipino citizen, 18-23 years old Have enthusiasm for environmental conservation, nation-building, and advocacy work Be available for the virtual and in-person components Have good work ethic and work well with a team Applicants from all academic and social backgrounds are welcome! A track record of leadership, volunteerism, and participation in socio-civic activities is ideal. A leadership role in environmental projects or organizations is not necessary. Application Process Phase 1: Application period October 29-November 30, 2024 Phase 3: Announcement of participants January 6, 2025 Phase 2: Review of applications December 2024 Phase 4: Virtual program January-April 2025 How to apply: Fill out the online Gen SEA application form. Applicants can read, download, and answer a document before filling in the online form, which can be viewed and downloaded from here. Do not e-mail a filled out copy of the document as your application form, unless there is a problem with submitting the online application form. If you are having problems accessing the online form due to an unstable internet connection, please inform the Gen SEA team via gensea@savephilippineseas.org. Pick a team based on your schedule and availability (🌍 Team Earth or 🌊 Team Sea). Select a theme that excites you: shark conservation, ocean-climate action, or marine litter/circular economy . You’ll collaborate with Gen SEAtizens with the same interests to create a project during the Gen SEA program. Plus, we’re giving each project PhP25,000 (twenty-five thousand pesos) to support materials, supplies, and activities. Like/follow the social media platforms of Save Philippine Seas (Facebook , Instagram , X) and the French Embassy in the Philippines (Facebook , Instagram , X ). Timeline of Events Team Earth and Team Sea will have the same activities, just different dates and venues. Completing the virtual component is a prerequisite to the in-person component. The location will be revealed to those invited to the in-person program. All online meetings will take place on Zoom between 7-8PM (PhST). Topic Team Earth 🌍 Team Sea 🌊 Virtual Kick-off January 22 January 23 Project Management and Phases February 5 February 13 Monitoring and Evaluation February 12 February 27 Budget Management February 26 March 13 Communication Planning March 5 March 27 Peer and Team Evaluations March 9-14 April 7-11 Announcement of in-person Gen SEA participants March 15 April 14 Gen SEA Program April 26 - May 2 May 24 - May 30 The in-person component is an action-packed week that includes snorkeling in a marine protected area; learning about coastal marine ecosystems; talks and panel discussions with thought-leaders; and project implementation. Participants will also pitch project ideas for their communities. The top 10 ideas from Team Earth and Team Sea will receive seed funding of PhP20,000.00 (twenty thousand pesos) and mentorship to support project implementation over four months. What else do you need to know? Please read the FAQs before sending an email or message. Questions and issues addressed in the FAQs and eligibility will not be answered via email or social media channels. Deadline for applications is at 11:59PM (Philippine Standard Time) on November 30, 2024. Late submissions will not be accepted. APPLY NOW! GENERATION OF SEA AND EARTH ADVOCATES Gen SEA aims to empower youth who have the potential to be leaders and changemakers in the field of environmental conservation 2024 Save Philippine Seas | All rights reserved.

Educational Materials Fintastic, Not Fearsome View resource here What Are Sharks and Rays? View resource here PH Protected Sharks and Rays (2023) View resource here Shark Terms to Avoid View resource here < Back to main page

Our Services Areas for coral-boration We see businesses as vehicles for sea change. we work with companies of all kinds and sizes to dive deep on environmental issues and explore the change we want to see in the world – together. SPS breaks away from traditional environmental campaigns and draws inspiration from everyday life, trends, and pop culture to attract different kinds of audiences. We bring marine conservation to the most unlikely places. Marine Litter Learning Kit: A Facilitator's Guide The Marketplace Summer Advocacy Campaign Facilitated the Marine Litter Learning Kit with The Marketplace employees of Robinsons Supermarket and conducted a coastal cleanup The Marketplace Summer Advocacy Campaign Facilitated the Marine Litter Learning Kit with The Marketplace employees of Robinsons Supermarket and conducted a coastal cleanup Nestlé Philippines | Isabuhay sa Bahay Challenge SPS worked with Nestlé Philippines for the Isabuhay sa Bahay Challenge, where a group of employees had to take a 21-day zero-waste challenge. Linya Linya x Save Philippine Seas Linya Linya collaborated with Save Philippine Seas to create exclusive designs for merchandise donations. ​ Stakeholder Engagement We work with different stakeholders to achieve common goals and objectives. We’ve organized and facilitated multi-stakeholder consultations and dialogues, and conducted key informant interviews for various partners. Learn more Communication We see communication as a powerful tool for marine conservation. We create, write, edit, and design content for information and education, bringing in a balance of technical and creative expertise. Learn more Capacity-Building Our team offers curated workshops and modules on technical topics and transferable communications and leadership skills. Learn more Policy Advocacy We develop advocacy campaigns and materials and collaborate with policymakers and government officials to pass or amend legal frameworks so that they are science-based, enforceable, and socially just. Learn more Frequently asked questions How can I donate? You may deposit your donation to: Account Name: PHILIPPINE SEATIZENS INC. Bank account number: 00-2080010664 Bank: UnionBank Type: Checking You may also donate through PayPal via hello@savephilippineseas.org How can I volunteer? What can I do to help? If you are open to output-based volunteer work, please email us at info@savephilippineseas.org. We are looking for seatizens who can help us with campaigns, such as researchers, writers, photographers, bloggers, graphic designers, and illustrators. If you have sample works, send it along with your CV. The best way to help us right now is through fundraising and by using our toolkits. You can also help by: - sharing or retweeting our posts - reporting environmental violations to authorities - changing your daily habits to eco-friendly ones - donating to SPS How do I invite you to participate in our events or give a talk at our event? SPS does not have any full-time staff, so we do not always have the human resources to speak in different events. Please email info[at]savephilippineseas[dot]org the following: - short introduction about your event - short introduction about yourself/your group - date, time, and venue of event - what type of participation you’d like from us, e.g., exhibit, booth, speaker, co-organizer, etc. (if as a speaker) what topic you would like us to discuss and time limit - resources/equipment you can provide - other relevant requirements from us We request that the inviting party provide support for our transportation and accommodations (if applicable), and a donation to SPS. Where is your office located? We don’t have a physical office. We can’t afford it :( How many full-time employees does SPS have? Zero. SPS usually has two to four project-based staff working on different projects, based in different parts of the Philippines. Can I do my internship with SPS? If you are open to output-based internships, then yes! Please email us at info@savephilippineseas.org. We are looking for seatizens who can help us with campaigns, such as researchers, writers, bloggers, graphic designers, and illustrators. Can we hold fundraisers for you or hold an activity in support of your initiatives? Of course! But before you start your fundraiser/activity and use our name and/or logo, please email us at info@savephilippineseas.org about your initiative, so that we know about it and can support you, too. How do I request for an interview? Please email info@savephilippineseas.org with the following information: If it is an interview via email, please include the following: - short introduction about yourself and the media outlet you are representing - your intention for the interview - questions - deadline For articles published in a printed magazine or newspaper, please send us a hard copy of the publication.For articles published in a website, please send us the link to the article so that we can share it with our social networks. If live/video/radio/TV interview, please include: - short introduction of yourself and the media outlet you are representing your intention for the interview - questions (please note that we reserve the right to decline answering questions not -discussed beforehand, especially if irrelevant to SPS) - date, venue, and call time for the interview - suggested attire (if applicable) Can I invite you as a sponsor or partner? We have very limited resources and cannot provide any financial support for events. We can partner by giving advice, sharing details of your event on our social media accounts if relevant to our cause, and providing a resource person if schedule permits. Can I report violations to SPS? We urge you to first approach your local government unit and national government agencies about your concerns. Can SPS stop an illegal activity in my community? We believe that protecting our natural resources is the duty of each citizen. We encourage you to report violations to authorities and to actively protect your coastal and marine resources. Start a marine conversation with us. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

Our Projects Marine Litter & Circular Economy Shark Conservation Ocean Climate Action Marine Litter & Circular Economy Reimagine Recycling Finding solutions to waste pollution Sea more Healthy Oceans and Clean Cities Initiative (HOCCI) Reducing marine plastic pollution in support of the implementation of the National Plan of Action on Marine Litter Sea more Circularity Assessment Protocol A systems method of collaborative and open data collection for communities to use for decision- and policy-making Sea more Closing the Circle: Reducing Plastic Pollution and Promoting Green Businesses ADB Circular Economy Sprint Series Sea more Ocean Climate Action Change the Current Education for Climate Action Sea more Earthducation Education we need for the Earth we deserve Sea more YSEALI Marine Accelerator Program Supporting initiatives to address maritime and inland waterway issues, and improve regional cooperation. Sea more Sea and Earth Advocates (SEA) Camp Empowering young seatizens as leaders in conservation Sea more Haquathon Harnessing technology and our imaginocean Sea more Shark Conservation Save Sharks Network Philippines Conserving Philippine sharks Sea more Shark Shelter ​ Sea more Shark Policies ​ Sea more Start a marine conversation with us. First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

our vision We envision a country of proud and proactive Filipino seatizens. As an archipelago of over 7,000 islands, we believe that marine conservation should be part of our daily lives. We aim to narrow the gap between scientists and the general public, the old and young, and the passionate and indifferent by making the sea’s issues accessible and relatable, and by offering an online and offline platform to empower seatizens to take action. . ​ It's been said the Philippines is worth dying for. We believe the Philippines is worth diving for. If there were a movie made about the Philippine seas, it should be called Crazy Rich Oceans. The Philippines has been described as the center of marine biodiversity — but also the center of marine adversity . Save Philippine Seas (SPS) is a non-profit organization that aims to conserve coastal and marine resources by empowering seatizens for collective action and behavior change. We call ourselves, communities, and partners as "seatizens" to remind us that we are citizens of the sea. OUR ADVOCASEA our beginning SPS began as an online platform in May 2011 as a response to a large-scale illegal wildlife trade case dubbed in the media as the “rape of the Philippine Seas.” What was meant to be a short-lived social media campaign continued to grow. In February 2013, we ofishally became a non-profit organization under the name Philippine Seatizens, Inc. our team SPS is run by a small team of dedicated and passionate seatizens. We have a core team of an Executive Director, Creative Director, Project Managers, Admin and Finance Angelfish, and Social Media Mola-Mola. Our team grows depending on our project's needs.