Our Compass
Stay on Course
A compass prevents drift. This page is Anchor Down’s operating guide so each decision serves the public and coasts. It lays out values (stewardship, community, open science, safety), standards, data practices, and conflict-of-interest rules. It explains how we choose projects, set metrics, and partner locally. Use it to see our north star, review transparency links, and find your role in cleanups, learning, and community science.
Stewardship is our true north; protecting coasts and reefs guides every decision.
We work with communities as partners, sharing knowledge and ownership of outcomes.
At the center is service to the ocean, linking research, education, and hands-on action.
Clear standards and guardrails form the rim, keeping roles, budgets, and practices aligned.
We practice open science by publishing methods and data so anyone can learn and contribute.
We operate safely and with integrity, choosing transparency even when it takes longer.