Our dear friend Angelo Villagomez from American Progress wrote a beautiful essay titled "Dreaming of a Protected Ocean" about his conservation work at the Mariana Trench and his relationship to his culture and his father. Read his full essay here: americanindianmagazine.org/story/mariana-…

The 2024 Sanctuary Wavemaker Award will honor Chair Violet Sage of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council, with special recognition for her father, the late chief Fred Collins, for their leading roles in the effort to designate Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary. marinesanctuary.org/news/leadershi… #CHOW2024

#CHOW2024 will celebrate the lifetime achievements of Violet Sage, Chairwoman of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council & her father, the late chief Fred Collins, for their leading roles in the effort to designate Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary. Congratulations! ow.ly/CmyY50Rbjm8

🌍✨ Calling all nature lovers, eco-enthusiasts, and champions of the planet! 🌱🎉 It's time to mark your calendars and join us for an extraordinary Earth Day experience brought to you by Earth Day Alliance 🎟️💚 Get your tickets here: eventbrite.com/e/slo-county-e…

🌿🌊 Thrilled to welcome Elena as Executive Assistant at Northern Chumash Tribal Council! 🌊🌿 Formerly a Public Outreach Associate, Elena's wealth of experience and dedication make her a valuable addition. Let's create positive change together! 🌟 #NCTC #ChumashSanctuary

🌿🌟 Welcome Karell Kelley Reader to the Northern Chumash Tribal Council family! 🌟🌿 With diverse experience, Karell joins us as CFO, bringing invaluable expertise in finance and environmental conservation. Thrilled to have her on board! 🌟 #NCTCWelcome #ChumashSanctuary

Read the full update here: chumashsanctuary.org/2024/04/23/joi… #DesignateChumash #ChumashSanctuary

Reflecting on the powerful moments at the 9th annual Our Ocean Conference in Athens! 🌊 From discussions on equity to youth leadership, we're inspired by our partners' dedication to ocean conservation. Join us in celebrating these impactful moments!

🌿🌊 Welcome Dr. Dawn Alexandra Murray to Northern Chumash Tribal Council! 🌊🌿 With expertise in participatory conservation, she supports NCTC's curriculum development and projects. Thrilled to have her on board! 🌟 #NCTCWelcome #EnvironmentalConservation

“This has been an ongoing dream of the Chumash people and the community for more than my lifetime — almost 50 years now,” said Violet Sage Walker, chair of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council (NCTC). kqed.org/news/11985188/… #ChumashSanctuary #DesignateChumash

Join us in urging President Biden to protect ancestral Chumash waters off of CA by designating the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary! This new marine sanctuary will advance the Administration’s goal of protecting 30% of U.S. waters by 2030 & advance #oceanjustice! buff.ly/3w1cuh2

🦦 Happy World Otter Day! 🦦 Did you know that the designation of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary will help safeguard the habitat of sea otters along California's central coast? Let's keep our oceans thriving for otters and all marine life! 💙 #WorldOtterDay

As we head into national #OceanMonth this June, we are calling on the US to equitably & effectively protect more of our #ocean! President Biden NOAA, please advance the designation of Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, #Papahānaumokuākea & #PacificRemoteIslands by the end of 2024! storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/0e8398…

#CHOW2024 starts TODAY with Hill Day! 🌊 We are so excited to be part of this week of events once again! Check out the agenda and register here: preconvirtual.com/chow-2024/ #DesignateChumash #ChumashSanctuary #Conservation

Let's work together to care for our marine national monuments! Today, NOAA Fisheries, the USFWS Pacific & CNMI released the final management plan & environmental assessment for the Mariana Trench Marine National Monument. Learn more about the plan: fisheries.noaa.gov/media-release/…

Last week National Marine Sanctuary Foundation celebrated the lifetime achievements of Violet Sage, Chairwoman of the Northern Chumash Tribal Council & her father, the late chief Fred Collins, for their leading roles in the effort to designate Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary. Congratulations!

Advancing Indigenous-led conservation is a cornerstone of the U.S. vision for #30x30 and #AmericaTheBeautiful. We call on President Biden to designate & protect Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary, #ProtectPRI, #Papahānaumokuākea & #HudsonCanyon! buff.ly/3IDDKYJ

Great news! At today’s meeting, the California Coastal Commission (CCC) agreed that the Chumash Sanctuary designation aligns with California’s Coastal Management Program. Thank you to the CCC for advancing the Chumash Sanctuary! Let’s keep the momentum going! #ChumashSanctuary

The White House has issued its 2024 proclamation for National Wilderness Month, honoring the 1964 passage of the Wilderness Act and the ongoing efforts to protect America's natural landscapes. Read the full proclamation here: whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/…