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WHO WE ARE

Save The Waves Coalition (STW) is an international nonprofit that works with diverse organizations dedicated to protecting surf ecosystems.

WHAT WE DO

We Protect Steward Defend Surf Ecosystems

We believe that legally protected areas, effective stewardship and a mobilized constituency result in healthy and protected surf ecosystems.

PROTECT

We create protected areas through our flagship World Surfing Reserve program and Surf Protected Area Networks.

STEWARD

We manage projects around the world and encourage coastal stewardship through our Save The Waves App.

DEFEND

We mount international campaigns to defend surf ecosystems under threat and inspire the public to take action.

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Surf Protected Areas
Long-term conservation goals for lasting impact.
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World Surfing Reserves
Protecting outstanding surf breaks around the world.
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Surf Ecosystems?
Hint: It's about more than a wave.
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Global Campaigns
Inspiring action that results in conservation.
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Empowering surfers and beach lovers to become real-time coastal stewards, and turning everyday global citizens into citizen scientists.
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