Despite the fact that most sharks are among the most threatened marine wildlife in our oceans, shark conservation efforts continue to face great challenges due to sharks’ “reputation” as dangerous predators. Learn more about sharks from Hawaii Shark Encounters and be part of the global efforts to fight misconceptions, support more research and further conservation initiatives. Hawaii Shark Encounters works closely with Shark Allies, a non-profit organization that promotes proper understanding and respect for sharks and supports ocean conservation.

University of Hawaii is hosting the one-day workshop, “Sustainable Travel in the Hawaiian Islands: Current obstacles and future opportunities” – which is the first in a series of interactive workshops that will engage key stakeholders to work together to identify opportunities, create solutions, and commit to actions that chart a path toward establishing the Hawaiian Islands as a destination of Sustainable Best Practices. TIES Board member Masaru Takayama (Executive Director, Japan Ecolodge Association, and Director, Spirit of Japan Travel) will be presenting at the workshop.