Founded in 2001, Oceana is one of the largest organizations dedicated entirely to ocean conservation. Oceana’s scientists work in collaboration with lawyers and advocates to assist with protecting and restoring the world’s oceans. Since its inception, Oceana has helped to protect more than a million square miles of ocean. Wavemakers, who comprise the more than 600,000 Oceana members that support this endeavor, include Martha Jacobson, PhD, a tenured professional with several decades of experience in psychology. Martha Jacobson, PhD, worked for 22 years as the clinical director of a private practice in Hollywood, Florida, where she provided expert evaluation and testimony for state and federal court cases.

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2. Founded in 2001, Oceana is one of the largest
organizations dedicated entirely to ocean
conservation. Oceana’s scientists work in
collaboration with lawyers and advocates to
assist with protecting and restoring the world’s
oceans. Since its inception, Oceana has helped
to protect more than a million square miles of
ocean. Wavemakers, who comprise the more
than 600,000 Oceana members that support this
endeavor, include Martha Jacobson, PhD, a
tenured professional with several decades of
experience in psychology. Martha Jacobson, PhD,
worked for 22 years as the clinical director of a
private practice in Hollywood, Florida, where
she provided expert evaluation and testimony for
state and federal court cases.

3. Held annually in California, Oceana's
Partners Award Gala honors people who
contribute to the organization's cause.
Hundreds of guests from numerous industries
attend this event, including those in
entertainment and philanthropy. The 2013
Gala included an appearance by HBO CEO
Richard Plepler and former secretary of state
Hillary Rodham Clinton.