ASOC
What We Do
Since 1978, the Antarctic and Southern Ocean Coalition has been working solely for the protection of Antarctica and the surrounding Southern Ocean.
What we do
OUR WORK
As the only environmental NGO invited to observe Antarctic Treaty meetings, ASOC works at the highest levels of Antarctic governance to effect change from within. We represent the Antarctic conservation community in the halls of power where globally significant decisions about the future of Antarctica are made.
Working alongside our Coalition members, partners, campaigners and supporters, we inform and motivate global leaders to protect Antarctica for all of humanity.
Global action for Antarctica
OUR WORK
For 45 years, ASOC has been the leading voice for responsibly managing human activities that threaten this pristine region. ASOC advocates for science-based policies to support a resilient, vibrant Antarctica into the future.
ASOC is the only organization working full-time on Antarctic and Southern Ocean conservation, and is a respected, collective force for keeping these important regions intact for generations to come.
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OUR WORK
How we work
Protect
We advocate for protected areas across Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, to offer the best defense against a warming climate and increasing human activity.
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Protect
We advocate for protected areas across Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, to offer the best defense against a warming climate and increasing human activity.
Represent
We represent the global environmental community at Antarctic governance meetings, where the world’s leaders come together to decide the fate of Antarctica.
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Represent
We represent the global environmental community at Antarctic governance meetings, where the world’s leaders come together to decide the fate of Antarctica.
Each year, representatives from over 50 nations meet to make decisions about the future of Antarctica. Since 1991, ASOC has attended these meetings as an official observer, and the only representative of the Antarctic NGO and conservation community.
We present science-based policy proposals at Antarctic governance meetings, providing Treaty parties with information on how to protect the Antarctic environment.
Educate
We educate the public about issues facing Antarctica, building a groundswell of awareness and support for Antarctic protection.
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Educate
We educate the public about issues facing Antarctica through campaigns, events and online content, building a groundswell of awareness and support for Antarctic protection.
Current campaigns
OUR WORK
ASOC campaigners work within and across Antarctic governance systems to protect Antarctic ecosystems. By identifying existing and emerging threats, we advocate for the best possible protection for Antarctica. Explore our current campaigns.
