Our Mission
To safeguard the future of the seas by strengthening the bond between humanity and nature; fostering awareness; and developing sustainable, science-based solutions in harmony with nature — ensuring that both people and the planet can continue to breathe.
Our Vision
To be a leading force in restoring the Sea of Marmara and protecting marine ecosystems, ensuring that the seas in Türkiye and across the world remain healthy, resilient, and full of life.
Bilimsel çalışmalar ve projelerle gelecek deniz yaşamını sürdürülebilir ve adil yöntemler ile korumayı ilke edinen derneğimiz; yapısal dinamiklerini eşitlik, adalet, sürdürülebilirlik, saygı ve bütünsellik üzerine inşa etmiştir.
Değerlerimiz:
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Ayrımcılıktan uzak ve kapsayıcı politikalar benimsemek,
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Bilimsel çalışmaları temel almak ve bilime katkı sağlamak,
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Doğa ile uyum içinde projeler geliştirmek,
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Geliştirdiğimiz projelerde farklı perspektifler barındırmak,
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İş birliklerimizde hem doğaya hem de tüm paydaşlarımıza saygıdan ödün vermemek,
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Doğa temelli çözümlere ve ekosistem hizmetlerine öncelik vermek,
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Doğaya saygılı, sürdürülebilir ekonomik büyümenin mümkün olduğunu göstermektir.
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Bilimsel çalışmalar ve projelerle gelecek deniz yaşamını sürdürülebilir ve adil yöntemler ile korumayı ilke edinen derneğimiz; yapısal dinamiklerini eşitlik, adalet, sürdürülebilirlik, saygı ve bütünsellik üzerine inşa etmiştir.
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Değerlerimiz:
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Ayrımcılıktan uzak ve kapsayıcı politikalar benimsemek,
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Bilimsel çalışmaları temel almak ve bilime katkı sağlamak,
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Doğa ile uyum içinde projeler geliştirmek,
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Geliştirdiğimiz projelerde farklı perspektifler barındırmak,
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İş birliklerimizde hem doğaya hem de tüm paydaşlarımıza saygıdan ödün vermemek,
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Doğa temelli çözümlere ve ekosistem hizmetlerine öncelik vermek,
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Doğaya saygılı, sürdürülebilir ekonomik büyümenin mümkün olduğunu göstermektir.
Built upon the principles of equality, justice, sustainability, respect, and integrity, our Society is committed to safeguarding the future of marine life through scientific studies and projects based on sustainable and fair methods.
Our Values:
• To adopt non-discriminatory and inclusive policies,
• To base our work on scientific research and contribute to scientific advancement,
• To develop projects that are in harmony with nature,
• To incorporate diverse perspectives into the projects we design,
• To uphold respect for both nature and all our stakeholders in every partnership,
• To prioritise nature-based solutions and ecosystem services,
• To demonstrate that sustainable economic growth respectful of nature is achievable.
The Marine Life Conservation Society was established on September 9, 2015, in Heybeliada under the name of the Islands Sea Life and Sports Club Association. Until 2021, the society operated under this name and then underwent a rebranding process to adopt its current structure, aiming for more inclusive goals. To date, it has engaged in various activities in the Marmara Sea, including the transplantation and conservation of corals endemic to the Mediterranean, the removal of ghost nets from the seabed, biodiversity monitoring, the protection of species and habitats, and the preservation of underwater culture and heritage.
The principle of our society is to aim for the sustainable and equitable protection of marine life through scientific studies and projects. Our structural dynamics encompass equality, justice, sustainability, respect, and integrity. With these values, we:
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Develop projects in harmony with nature,
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Adopt inclusive policies free from discrimination,
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Incorporate diverse perspectives in our projects,
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Respect nature and all stakeholders during cooperation,
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Promote decent economic growth,
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Ground our work in scientific research and contribute to science.
As an organization, we wholeheartedly embrace these values.
About Us
The Marine Life Conservation Society (Deniz Yaşamını Koruma Derneği) was founded on 9 September 2015 in Heybeliada, originally under the name Adalar Denizle Yaşam ve Spor Kulübü Derneği (Islands Life with the Sea and Sports Club Association). Our Society continued its activities under this name until 2021, when, in line with broader and more inclusive goals, we underwent a rebranding process and adopted our current identity.
We mainly operate in the Sea of Marmara, focusing on the transplantation and protection of corals endemic to the Mediterranean, the removal of ghost nets from the seabed and their repurposing, biodiversity monitoring, the conservation of species and their habitats, the safeguarding of underwater cultural heritage, and initiatives in art and sustainable design.
The Marine Life Conservation Society was established on September 9, 2015, in Heybeliada under the name of the Islands Sea Life and Sports Club Association. Until 2021, the society operated under this name and then underwent a rebranding process to adopt its current structure, aiming for more inclusive goals. To date, it has engaged in various activities in the Marmara Sea, including the transplantation and conservation of corals endemic to the Mediterranean, the removal of ghost nets from the seabed, biodiversity monitoring, the protection of species and habitats, and the preservation of underwater culture and heritage.
The principle of our society is to aim for the sustainable and equitable protection of marine life through scientific studies and projects. Our structural dynamics encompass equality, justice, sustainability, respect, and integrity. With these values, we:
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Develop projects in harmony with nature,
-
Adopt inclusive policies free from discrimination,
-
Incorporate diverse perspectives in our projects,
-
Respect nature and all stakeholders during cooperation,
-
Promote decent economic growth,
-
Ground our work in scientific research and contribute to science.
As an organization, we wholeheartedly embrace these values.