Reef Check Australia believes in saving reefs and oceans by empowering people. We are an innovative environmental charity dedicated to building community capacity to understand, appreciate and protect the oceans through hands-on research and education. Our survey teams contribute to a worldwide network of trained volunteers that regularly monitor and report on reef health in more than 90 countries using the standardised Reef Check scientific method. Our unique program depends on volunteer participation and is essential to fill gaps in hands-on community engagement in reef knowledge and conservation. Our reef monitoring program has been specifically developed to build community capacity in reef ecology and support citizen scientists to collect valuable data. Beyond data we need action. We work to mobilise people to take an active role in appreciating understanding and protecting their local reef resources. Be work to build constructive pathways for passionate community members and organisations to give back, engage in reef conservation, boost ocean appreciation, and learn new skills.