About us
Empowering youth and coastal communities for ocean conservation and sustainable blue economy in Tanzania.
Who We Are
Youth-Led Guardians of Tanzania's Oceans
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Sustainable Ocean Alliance Tanzania
SOA TANZANIA) is a registered YOUTH led NGO with a national registration number OONGO/R/3106 under NGO Act No.24 of 2002 of the united republic of Tanzania and an official hub of an international NGO known Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA), working to empower YOUTH and Local coastal communities in Tanzania via ocean conservations and sustainable blue economy, restoring the health and sustainability of our ocean, creating a health and sustainable ocean for this and the next generation.
Our History
The Story Behind
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Our Mission
We empower YOUTH and Local coastal communities in ocean conservation and sustainable blue economy, creating a healthy and sustainable ocean for this and the next generation.
Our Vision
To become the foremost ocean activist group in Tanzania, delivering cutting-edge, science-backed solutions that champion the sustainable use and protection of marine natural resources across our coastal waters and ocean ecosystems ensuring thriving seas for current and future generations.
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Our Values
We ground our work in evidence, research, and best practices in marine conservation. Our interventions are informed by data, monitoring, and proven methodologies to ensure long-term impact.We bridge science and community action to deliver solutions that are both credible and effective.
We equip youth and coastal communities with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities to lead change.Our approach builds local ownership and strengthens voices that are often underrepresented. We believe lasting impact comes from people driving solutions within their own communities.
We embrace creativity and forward-thinking approaches to solve complex ocean challenges. From nature-based solutions to blue economy models, we continuously explore new ways to create impact. We support ideas that are scalable, practical, and driven by local context.
We work in partnership with communities, governments, organizations, and global networks. Our strength lies in co-creation, shared learning, and collective action. By working together, we amplify impact and build stronger, more inclusive solutions.
We believe in the power of people and the possibility of restoring ocean health. Our work is driven by hope, resilience, and a commitment to positive change. We inspire action by focusing on solutions and opportunities rather than challenges alone.
We are focused on delivering measurable, meaningful, and lasting results. Our work prioritizes real change for ecosystems and communities on the ground. We continuously track, evaluate, and improve our efforts to maximize impact.
Our Objectives
Our Core Objectives for Ocean Health
Promote marine ecosystem restoration and conservation (mangroves, seagrass, and coral reefs).
Advocate for sustainable use of ocean natural resources, sustainable aquaculture (mariculture), and fisheries.
Raise awareness on marine pollution and promote circular economy practices.
Promote research to develop innovative ocean solutions.
Innovate solutions to pressing ocean challenges in Tanzania.
Together, Restoring Tanzania's Oceans for Tomorrow
Connecting global efforts to restore Tanzania’s marine ecosystems.