Eye on the Horizon: Culture and Protected Waters

Protected areas need to represent the full breadth of experiences of people living in the United States and honor co-design and co-management with Indigenous and local communities. This session will highlight efforts to make our National Marine Sanctuary System and marine monuments more inclusive of all people.

Opening Remarks

  • The Honorable Salud Carbajal, U.S. House of Representatives, CA-24 
  • The Honorable Kaiali’i Kahele, U.S. House of Representatives, HI-02 

Moderator

  • Kris Sarri, President and CEO, National Marine Sanctuary Foundation 

Speakers

  • Keola Lindsay, Hawai`i Island Trustee, Office of Hawaiian Affairs
  • Janine Ledford, Executive Director and Makah Tribal Historic Preservation Officer, Makah Cultural and Research Center
  • Violet Sage Walker, Vice Chairwoman, Northern Chumash Tribal Council
  • Justin Dunnavant, Ph.D., President, Society of Black Archaeologists