The supported initiatives
Please find details about the charities below along with links to raise and donate funds.
Please find details about the charities below along with links to raise and donate funds.
At Albania Overboard, we are proud to support a variety of charities and initiatives that aim to protect and conserve the environment, support local communities, and create sustainable opportunities for the future.
Here, we would like to share our ongoing efforts and the impactful projects we champion.
The Ionian Environment Foundation (IEF) is our primary partner in environmental conservation. As part of Conservation Collective, a global network dedicated to supporting local environmental projects, IEF works to preserve the Ionian Sea and its ecosystems.
Together, we support marine conservation, biodiversity protection, and educational initiatives aimed at safeguarding the region's natural beauty for future generations.
The Ionian Dolphin Project focuses on studying the populations of common dolphins and bottlenose dolphins in the coastal waters of Paxos and Antipaxos. These waters, which are home to a diverse range of marine mammals, have seen a sharp decline in dolphin numbers, dropping from approximately 150 individuals in 1995 to just 15 by 2007. This decline has been attributed to human impacts such as over-fishing and increased boat traffic.
As apex predators, dolphins play a crucial role in the marine ecosystem, and their decline is a worrying indicator of broader environmental issues. The Ionian Dolphin Project collects scientific data to assess the current status of these dolphin populations and implement the most effective conservation measures to help their numbers recover.
Find out more on Ionian Dolphin Project website.
Education plays a key role in ensuring the future of marine conservation, and Ocean's Secrets is dedicated to bringing marine education to young students across the Ionian Islands. Many of these children attend remote schools, and Ocean's Secrets works to inspire them to become the conservationists and decision-makers of tomorrow.
By reaching over 800 primary school children in outlying schools, the program fosters an active interest in marine conservation. The goal is to continue expanding this initiative, teaching children about the importance of preserving marine ecosystems and encouraging them to explore solutions to the environmental challenges facing their region.
Find out more on Ocean's Secrets Facebook page and Instagram account.
One of the most vital underwater ecosystems in the Mediterranean is the Posidonia oceanica meadows. These seagrass meadows, known as the “Lungs of the Mediterranean,” absorb significant amounts of CO2, help stabilize the sea floor, and provide habitats for countless marine species.
Unfortunately, due to increased coastal development, tourism, and other human activities, these meadows are under threat. The Posidonia Project, spearheaded by iSEA, aims to protect these vital ecosystems, particularly those in the Ionian Sea. This includes identifying areas that need immediate conservation intervention and improving our understanding of the distribution of Posidonia meadows, so we can ensure their long-term survival.
We are proud to support iSea'sproject. You can find out more on Reposidonia website.
With the rising popularity of boat chartering in the Ionian Sea, the impact of over-tourism has become a growing concern. In 2019, there were approximately 170,000 boats available for charter in Greece, with numbers continuing to increase. This surge in boat traffic has led to environmental damage, including pollution, fuel leaks, and the disruption of marine life, particularly dolphins and sea turtles.
To address these challenges, we have supported the Sustainable Sailing Pack, an educational initiative designed to guide boaters on responsible and eco-friendly sailing practices. The pack includes information on how to reduce ecological harm, promote good practices on and off the water, and support local conservation efforts.
Follow Sustainable Sailing Greece on Instagram and dowload the Sustainable Guide here:
While the Ionian Environment Foundation remains our primary charity partner, we also actively support other worthy causes. In the past, we have chosen to contribute to initiatives that have a direct impact on local communities.
For example, in 2023, we supported local orphanages to help improve the lives of vulnerable children in the region. Similarly, in the aftermath of the 2023 Corfu fires, we helped Corfu fire fighters with donations to aid their critical work during the devastating wildfires.
These occasional charity projects are integral to our ethos, as we strive to give back to the communities that make our work possible.
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