Empowering Community Members to Restore the Indian River Lagoon

On Saturday, July 19, join Natalie Stephens from the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA) to learn how science and community collaboration are driving meaningful change in the Indian River Lagoon. ORCA is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the protection and restoration of aquatic ecosystems through innovative technologies, science-based action, and community engagement.

This presentation will highlight ORCA's citizen science programs, including our Land to Sea Initiative and Pollution Mapping Citizen Science-projects that directly involve citizen scientists in identifying pollution hotspots, understanding the health of the Lagoon, and becoming engaged in land and water-based habitat restoration techniques. With a focus on actionable, local solutions, attendees will leave informed and inspired to become part of the effort to safeguard our shared waters.

About the Speaker:
Natalie Stephens joined the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA) as a Research Assistant in the summer of 2024. She plays a vital role in the coordination of ORCA's Pollution Mapping Citizen Science Project and Land to Sea Initiative, collaborating with volunteers and partners to facilitate data collection and analysis--engaging the community in impactful scientific research.

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