OneWhale Team
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Maja Kruuse DMV - Norway
Norwegian Veterinary Consultant
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Victoria Vinje - Norway
Team Hvaldimir - Science & Research Lead, Masters Marine Biology & Arctic Animal Physiology
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Elise Karoline Haugen - Norway
Team Hvaldimir - Skipper, UIT Arctic Climate & Environmental Management
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Dr. Siri Martinsen - Norway
Veterinarian, Leader NOAH for Animal Rights
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Regina Crosby Haug - Norway
Founder, Board of Directors
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Krista Levandofsky - USA
Executive Director, Board of Directors
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Inge Wegge - Norway
Team Havldimir, Board of Directors
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Jane Mauser - USA
Business Development
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Dr. Maria Lien- Norway
Veterinarian, NOAH for Animal Rights
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Helge Risnes - Norway
Boat Captain, Team Hvaldimir
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Sophia Chrestin - Sweden
Team Hvaldimir, Student at JCU
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June Gabrielsen - Norway
Marine Biologist, Team Hvaldimir
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Håkon Sæthe - Norway
Marine Biologist, Team Hvaldimir
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Vladimir Ćirjaković - Norway
Associate for Development & Philanthropy
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Kara Simon - USA
Web Developer
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Tricia Cantlon - Norway
Social Media
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Anisa Nammar - USA
Social Media
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Syd Marcus - USA
Outreach & Impact Administrator
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Ashton Sadi - Germany
Brand Designer
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Gabi Wilds - USA
Science and Research
OneWhale is comprised of a diverse blend of dedicated professionals who volunteer their time.
Our shared passion drives us on a journey of discovery, and our collective expertise continues to grow and evolve as we work toward our shared vision.
At OneWhale, our mission is to protect Hvaldimir, while we advocate for his future in the wild with other belugas, so that he is no longer lost and alone.
A Voice for Hvaldimir.
In 2019, founder and film-maker Regina Haug, extended an invitation to her friend and business partner to join her in Norway. They set out to film Hvaldimir, the famous beluga whale, for a documentary concept.
During that expedition, Krista and Regina discovered the harsh reality: Hvaldimir was displaced from his natural environment and in dire need of help.
Motivated by this revelation, the two women began advocating for Hvaldimir through social media and made heartfelt appeals to entities that they believed could help assist his situation. These early seeds of compassion and determination eventually led to the birth of OneWhale, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization formed in 2022.
We're not just a team;
we're a passionate community on a mission to create a lasting impact.
We extend an open invitation to individuals who share our reverence for marine life and conservation to join us.
Whether you are a seasoned professional, a devoted advocate, or someone with a special connection to Hvaldimir, your skills and enthusiasm hold immeasurable value for us. We actively seek volunteers, board or committee members, scientific and veterinary experts ready to contribute to our cause.
Together, let's work to discover sustainable solutions that not only protect Hvaldimir but also champion the liberation of whales from captivity, returning them to the ocean where they truly belong.
Join us in amplifying Hvaldimir's voice and preserving the natural marvels of our oceans.