Georgia Aquarium Inc
Inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and aquatic animals worldwide.
Mission
Georgia Aquarium is a nonprofit committed to inspiring awareness and preservation of our ocean and aquatic animals worldwide.
Ruling year
2001
President and CEO
Dr Brian Davis
Main address
225 Baker Str NW
Atlanta, GA 30313 USA
EIN
58-2574918
NTEE code
Zoo, Zoological Society (D50)
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Communication
Programs and results
What we aim to solve
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Environmental Education
In service of our mission, we conduct STEM/STEAM education programs for K-12 students as well as professional development training for teachers. The Aquarium is COGNIA STEM CERTIFIED and offers comprehensive in-person and virtual education programs that are aligned to both Georgia State Education Standards and US Federal education standards. Through our Sponsored Education Admissions (SEA) program, students and classes from Title 1 schools are afforded free entry for self-guided and instructor-led programs
Conservation Research
Georgia Aquarium's team of scientists and conservationists works with academic, government and local partners to study and protect the flagship species and ecosystems represented in the Georgia Aquarium collection. In particular, Georgia Aquarium staff are leading authorities on the biology of whale sharks and manta rays. We build capacity in local communities where these amazing animals live, by sharing our unique experiences derived from taking care of them at the aquarium. We advocate for species conservation and marine protected areas, using traditional and social media and through participation in various public policy arenas. Increasingly, we are focusing on breeding aquarium populations to be self-sustaining and with enough surplus to plan wild releases of imperiled species.
Military Salute
Georgia Aquarium honors all those who serve the nation in the different branches of the military. The Military Monday program provides free and reduced entry for veterans, our Gold Star program provides benefits to the families of veterans, and through our Veterans Immersion Program (VIP), retuned service people get to experience the therapeutic benefits of swimming and diving in the Ocean Voyager exhibit.
Where we work
Accreditations
Association of Zoos and Aquariums 2006
American Humane 2016
Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums 2019
International Marine Animal Trainers Association 2006
Awards
Global Conservation Award 2020
World Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Affiliations & memberships
Association of Zoos and Aquariums 2006
World Association of Zoos and Aquariums 2010
Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums 2006
External reviews
Our Sustainable Development Goals
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How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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Who are the people you serve with your mission?
Members of the public, K-12 education community, Current and former military service people
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How is your organization collecting feedback from the people you serve?
Electronic surveys (by email, tablet, etc.), Paper surveys, Focus groups or interviews (by phone or in person), Suggestion box/email,
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals,
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With whom is the organization sharing feedback?
Our staff, Our board,
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We act on the feedback we receive,
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback,
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Georgia Aquarium Inc
Board of directorsas of 3/31/2021
Steve Koonin
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Term: 2019 -
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