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Whales and dolphins belong in the ocean, wild and free.
We no longer find it acceptable to capture and confine these sentient ocean-dwellers. The world is reimagining how we can connect with these amazing animals–not at the cost of their life or freedom, and not for our entertainment.
Whale and dolphin sanctuaries will create a new ethic, reforming our relationship with these incredible beings and providing for the enrichment and long-term care for those that cannot be returned to the wild. Whale and dolphin sanctuaries provide a pathway towards freedom and a hopeful end to a ruthless industry.
Whales Without Walls: watch the future of whale and dolphin sanctuaries
Whales and dolphins continue to be captured from the wild and held in captivity worldwide.
Sanctuaries are a step towards returning whales and dolphins to a more natural environment.
Join OPS and support our collaboration with the Whale Sanctuary Project (WSP).
Captivity is just another form of whaling.
While we seek to gain global protection for all whales and dolphins from hunting and capture, we can build a better future for those already in captivity and redefine our relationship with these magnificent creatures.
Read moreThe Cove
The Cove exposes the tragic dolphin hunts that continue every year in Japan, and serves as a reminder that we have a long way to go towards securing protection for whales and dolphins around the globe.
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End Captivity
Our choices fuel captivity. Do not attend marine parks that have whale and dolphin shows.
OPS Victories
OPS partners with Whale Sanctuary Project
Sanctuaries provide a pathway to shut down the capture and trade in dolphins taken from the wild.
Partner Campaigns
Ending the dolphin drive hunts
OPS supports the Dolphin Project and its campaigns to end drive hunts and captivity worldwide.
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