Ways you can help save sharks

Caribbean Reef Shark. Photo: Polina Reznikov

In this section, we suggest ways that anyone, no matter what level of time commitment, can help to save sharks. From writing letters to taking a pledge to starting a local chapter of Shark Savers, we have some ideas for how to get involved.

And if you don't have the time or inclination to be active, please consider donating money to support our programs.

Buy a billboard in China. Strike a blow against shark fin soup!

Find out how you can support the "Just say 'no' to shark fin soup' campaign featuring Yao Ming in China and elsewhere.

Sponsern Sie ein Plakat in China und erklären Sie der Haifischflossensuppe den Kampf an !

(German translation of the 'buy a billboard' article.) Wie kann ich ein Plakat mit Yao Ming's "Sag Nein zu Haifischflossensuppe" Kampagne erwerben.

Join and support Shark Savers

Anyone can join Shark Savers, the easiest way to stay involved.

Set up or give a Shark Savers presentation

Conduct a Shark Savers Presentation to educate others about sharks and their plight.

Help stop shark fin soup

Demand for shark fin soup is the primary driver of shark over-fishing. Here are some steps you can take to help stop consumption of shark fin soup.

Stop shark products

Visit local stores that sell shark products. Write to the manufacturers of those products.

Create or participate in a local Shark Savers campaign

Would you like to organize or participate in shark conservation actions in your area?

Host a Sharkwater party

A great way to introduce your friends and family to the issues of shark conservation is by hosting a party to show Sharkwater, the feature documentary by Rob Stewart.

Be an advocate for sharks

Research on sharks and enforcement of fishing regulations

These areas are beyond Shark Savers' direct mission, but we have some suggestions if this is your interest.

Downloads

Download and print out our handouts.