OUR MISSION

AUSMAP is a nationwide program using citizen science to document microplastic pollution. Our mission is to lead Australia in addressing the microplastic crisis by empowering communities, and advancing knowledge and solutions to drive change for a cleaner, healthier future.

“Plastic pollution is everywhere, but once we make it visible, change becomes possible."

Research Director

Dr Scott Wilson

Mission

the plastic problem

Until recently microplastic pollution presented scientists with a crisis that was invisible to the human eye. If no one could see the scale of the problem, how could we convince communities and government to engage with the biggest threat to ocean wildlife, and the human food chain, that has emerged in our lifetime?

the ausmap solution

AUSMAP brings science and community together to confront the growing threat of microplastic pollution through targeted, evidence-based action.

By combining data, education, and advocacy, AUSMAP gives nature and community a powerful voice at the table with real solutions that reduces microplastic pollution.

you can make a difference!

Join our sample teams, train as an educator, help us build the network that will save our aquatic ecosystems from microplastic pollution or donate!

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Dr Scott Wilson representing AUSMAP at the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations in Geneva.

Driving Change at the Global Plastics Treaty 2025

Inside the Global Plastics Treaty: Geneva Reflections Dr Scott Wilson reflects on the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations in Geneva. Discover what was achieved, the challenges ahead, and how Australians can drive real change at home.