ASOC
Our Mission
To continue to protect the vulnerable ecosystems of Antarctica and the Southern Ocean by providing a unified voice for Antarctic conservation.
“Antarctica is the world’s last great wilderness. We have a unique opportunity to prevent some of the widespread environmental problems that have occurred elsewhere and chart a new course for our relationship with nature – one where we safeguard ourselves by safeguarding the natural systems that make life on earth possible.”
Claire Christian, Executive Director
About ASOC
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Who we are
Meet our international team of staff, campaigners, coalition members, and supporters.
What we do
We work at the highest levels of Antarctic governance to protect Antarctica for all of humanity.
Why we do it
Antarctica is the natural heritage of all humankind. It’s up to us to protect it.
Our story
We have been successfully advocating for stronger Antarctic protections since 1978.
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You don’t have to be an activist or a scientist – anyone can help protect the Earth’s last great wilderness.
Marine protected areas
FEATURED CAMPAIGN
The Southern Ocean covers around 10% of the global ocean and supports thousands of species found nowhere else on Earth.
As climate change accelerates and human activities increase, Antarctic ecosystems face growing pressures. Large-scale marine protected areas (MPAs) are essential to protect vulnerable habitats, conserve biodiversity, and strengthen the resilience of the Southern Ocean.
CCAMLR has committed to establishing a representative network of MPAs around Antarctica, but this network remains incomplete. Explore ASOC’s campaign to establish these protected areas and safeguard the Southern Ocean for future generations.
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