December 2021 - Coral Reef Restoration Programme

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Meet the Team Behind the CRRP

With their deep passion for ocean preservation and dedication to coral reef restoration, our diverse team members form a collective body of knowledge and experience that has been integral to the CRRP’s success. The CRRP progresses to new peaks day by day, and every small milestone brings tremendous excitement to our team members and volunteers.

To date, the CRRP team has firmed up this unique programme to raise awareness on the importance of adopting the best practices in sustainable management and restoration of coral reefs. This is done with the support of expert divers and volunteers across the UAE.

This programme is in line with the UAE and GCC efforts to preserve coral reefs across the region and reflect the UAE leaders’ commitment to sustainability, improving coastal society, economy, and securing generations for a better tomorrow. The team’s motivation to put more effort and passion into their work is the key to the programme’s success. Our community and partners’ efforts demonstrate that we are moving to greater heights in inspiring others to join our cause and make a difference. We will continue influencing people because we should be the cause of change that these corals deserve!

Saleh Mohammed Al-Dhuhouri

Raised in an environment of avid divers, Saleh started diving at a young age, where he also received his diving certification. His passion for diving motivated him to explore other causes, including saving the coral reefs.

Saleh delivers online courses using his background in Marine Ecology, where he shares his coral restoration knowledge with future generations.

More than just preserving the coral reefs, Saleh is also a marine activist and a member of Reef Check Foundation. He dedicates most of his time to discovering and documenting new coral diving sites.

Ahmad Afyouni

After working for most of his life in finance, Ahmad realised that this wasn’t for him, and he studied to get a PADI certification. He then went on to make numerous research trips that explored the impact of climate change in coral communities in the region.

Ahmad finds solace underwater, as corals have always intrigued him every time he goes on his weekly dives.

A PADI licensed open water scuba instructor (member number 395588) and Emergency First Responder Instructor, who specializes in deep, wreck, night, and enriched air diving. To make each of his dives extra special, Ahmad captures scenic underwater shots using the latest state of the art photography equipment. In fact, the stunning images on our website are all credited towards him!

Paul Chader

A sea lover from an early age, Paul is a PADI Instructor (member number 618162) with over 20 years of experience in technical deep water, wreck, and cave diving, with dives reaching below 470 feet (140m).

Paul’s always been fascinated by corals, exploring reefs located on every part of the planet. He spent more than a decade diving in the Red Sea.

It is also worth mentioning that Paul is the Head of Marketing at Emirates Draw, where he gets to combine his professional and personal values creating a better tomorrow for both the community and the environment!