The White Shark Conservation Trust has been established to promote awareness of the need to conserve and protect the white shark, Carcharodon carcharias around New Zealand and in international waters, educate, and develop a central New Zealand information resource for all matters concerning the white shark The purpose of the Trust is to contribute to the conservation efforts of the white shark, Carcharodon carcharias and to increase public awareness, dispel the myths about the great white shark and provide some hope for the species survival. The Trust is committed to attaining its purpose: *Aim to raise funds to donate to White Shark Research and Conservation projects for the purpose of purchasing shark tags and/or contributing towards the New Zealand research and conservation efforts for the great white shark. *Support New Zealand white shark research and conservation programs. *Aid in the protection and preservation of the white shark in New Zealand waters. *Provide an avenue for people concerned with white shark survival to meet and interact. *Provide inspiration, guidance and tools to enable New Zealanders to protect and support the conservation efforts dedicated to white sharks. *Carry out actions and provide support and assistance that are consistent with or that further support this charitable purpose. *Educate the general public about the conservation status of the white shark and encourage public support of, and involvement in the protection and conservation of the white shark. *Assist and co-operate with persons and organizations sharing similar aims. Currently the trust is actively pursuing public and private donations. It has a bi-monthly newsletter which can be subscribed to free of charge. The newsletter provides an informative window into Trust developments as well as personal interest stories and educational articles on the many aspects of the white shark. The Trust is also involved in delivery talks for interested clubs and schools as well as organising seminars on related subjects. Email:
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