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Who We Are
The South African Shark Conservancy (SASC) is a registered non-profit organisation. SASC is comprised of a scientific directorate designed to include Chairpersons from our Stakeholder and Technical Advisory Committees.
DIRECTORATE
Meaghen McCord (SASC: Managing Director)
Charlene Da Silva (MCM: Inshore Marine Resources, Shark research)
Dr. Leonard Compagno (Iziko South Africa Museum: Shark Research Centre)
STAKEHOLDER COMMITTEE
Under development
TECHNICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE (under development)
Judian Bruk (Fisheries Policy Advisor)
OUTREACH
Steve Smuts (Programme coordinator)
Tina Bezuidenhout
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VISION
Using sharks as an icon SASC raises awareness about South Africa’s marine resources and broader resource issues, promoting understanding, support and participation in the protection, sustainable utilisation and conservation of South Africa’s living marine resources.
MISSION
Raise awareness about sharks and the marine environment through the development and promotion of a shark research facility and conservation campaign, including associated scientific initiatives and education programmes through:
• development of a facility for scientific research
• public communication and outreach using scientific research projects
• development of multicultural outreach and education programmes
• interpretive facilities and displays
• collaboration with stakeholders and partnerships
VALUES
SASC is guided by the following values:
• Conservation: ensure the survival of species and spaces for subsequent generations
• Sustainability: ensure resources are utilised responsibly
• Stewardship: promote a sense of responsibility for the marine environment
• Education: promote understanding of the marine environment
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About Us
promoting the conservation & sustainable utilization of elasmobranchs & other marine resources through research, education & the development of cooperative partnerships
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