Sign these petitions

We periodically create petitions that relate to shark conservation. They represent an easy way for us to lend our voices to an issue. Petitions are not always enough to affect change, but they can be very effective to let the target of the petition know that thousands of people are paying attention to them and care about the issue. We think that a few of our past petitions have had an impact, in concert with other organizations and individuals that also kept the pressure up. Please sign these petitions and add your comments:

The 'thank you' to Palau

Palau declared itself the world's first National Shark Sanctuary and called for an international ban on shark-finning. We created a thank you card and gathered over 1500 signatures. This 'card' is now closed to further signatures.

Who has signed the 'thank you' to Palau

See who has signed the 'thank you' card to Palau and read their comments.

Petition to the Maldives for banning shark fishing

The Maldives has declared a ban to shark fishing. This is the rare 'positive' petition. Please sign this letter to thank them and to encourage them to completely implement this ban.

Petition: Remove shark nets in South Africa

Shark nets are gill nets installed in tiered patterns by KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board (KZNSB). The purpose is to reduce the shark populations and keep them away from people swimming at the beaches. However, there are better ways to protect swimmers that don't indiscriminately kill sharks and other marine life.

Petition to Palau: Stop Senate Bill 8-44 that opens up shark fishing

This petition is now closed. The Palau government has announced the creation of a Shark Sanctuary, and a ban on all commercial fishing.

Signers of the Palau petition

See the signatures and comments to the Palau petition opposing Palau's Senate Bill 8-44. This petition is now closed due to the creation of the National Shark Sanctuary.

Signers of the Maldives letter

View the names and comments of those who have signed the Maldives letter. Note: signatures are not published automatically.