Awards
Our awards
GoAbroad Program of the Year – 2026
We are honoured to be named a finalist for the 2026 GoAbroad Innovation Awards, having been selected from hundreds of global entries for our impactful work and pioneering contributions to international education.
Top Rated Marine Conservation Program
In 2024, Gili Shark Conservation was honored with the GoAbroad Top Rated Program badge! This recognition reflects the incredible experiences of our Shark Warriors and our dedication to impactful marine conservation efforts.
Go Overseas Support Award 2024
We’re incredibly proud to share that Gili Shark Conservation has once again been recognized as one of the Top Volunteer Abroad Providers for Support & Safety in 2024! 🎉
Winning the Go Overseas Support Award in both 2023 and 2024 is a testament to our commitment to creating a safe, supportive and inspiring environment for our Shark Warriors. From the moment you join our program, our team is here to guide, mentor, and ensure you have an unforgettable experience while making a real impact on marine conservation.
Go Overseas Community Choice Award Winner 2024
We’re beyond excited to announce that Gili Shark Conservation has been recognized with a Go Overseas Community Choice Award for 2024! 🎉
Out of over 13,000 providers worldwide, this award is 100% based on volunteer reviews – which makes it extra special. Knowing that our Shark Warriors had such a meaningful and positive experience with us means everything!
Go Overseas Support Awards 2023
We’re proud to announce that we’ve been honored with the Safety and Support Awards for 2023! This recognition highlights our commitment to providing a safe environment and comprehensive support for our Shark Warriors throughout their journey.
Rose is one of the co-founders of Gili Shark Conservation and the founder of Coral Catch, a unique scholarship program which she developed for NGO Gili Matra Bersama to empower local girls to have a career in marine conservation. In 2023 Rose was named Sea Hero of the Year by Scuba diving magazine for making marine conservation careers accessible to all women in Indonesia.
Safety is paramount in our mission, and we are proud to have been recognized by Go Overseas with the prestigious Safety Award. It shows our commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of our volunteers as they engage in marine conservation efforts.
Best Marine Conservation Project In The World
In 2023 GoOverseas rated Gili Shark Conservation the best marine conservation project in the world!
“The Gili Shark Conservation Project, located on the beautiful Gili Islands in Indonesia, offers conservation students, professionals, and enthusiasts alike the ability to work on important marine conservation projects. “
GoAbroad Award in the category ‘Innovation in Philanthropy’.
In 2022 Coral Catch was honored with the prestigious GoAbroad Award in the category of ‘Innovation in Philanthropy’. This recognition underscores our commitment to innovative solutions and impactful philanthropic endeavors in marine conservation.
In 2022 Coral Catch was one of the first organizations of PADI’s Community Grant Program Funding.
PADI AWARE Community Grants are awarded to ocean protection initiatives and projects in direct support of the United Nations Decade of Science for Sustainable Development.
In 2019 we received the annual Seakeepers Award as a recognition of our exemplary work and direct role in conservation management.
Volunteer World Trusted Partner
Gili Shark Conservation is a Volunteer World Trusted Partner offering impactful marine research and coral restoration experiences in Indonesia.
10 Young Women Making an Impact in Conservation
Maisy Fuller, our former operational manager and senior researcher of Gili Shark Conservation was named in the top 10 ‘Young Women Making An Impact In Conservation’.
