U.S. All Islands Coral Reef Committee

05/24/2024

The U.S. Virgin Islands is hiring a Coral Reef Initiative Coordinator!

04/18/2024

Report sightings to agrra.org/the-unomia-learning-exchange/

04/03/2024

American Samoa's coral reefs have been officially designated as critical natural infrastructure by the Governor, opening up an array of federal funding opportunities for reef restoration in the territory!! 🤩🐠

On March 22, 2024, Governor Lemanu signed the senate bill into law, designating our coral reefs as critical natural infrastructure. Designating coral reefs as natural infrastructure will facilitate future federal funding of coral reef restoration by supporting the identification of coral reef restor...

03/22/2024

𝐔𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐞𝐛𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲 𝐂𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐑𝐞𝐞𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

This webinar explores two different approaches to gain insight into coral reef connectivity: a hydrodynamic model and population genetics. Experts will present on the two techniques, including what these techniques can and cannot tell us, and showcase how each approach has been used to support management in the Pacific Islands. These presentations will help marine managers understand which approach may work best for the scale, budget, and timeline of their decision-making process.

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟲 𝗮𝘁 𝟮:𝟬𝟬 – 𝟯:𝟭𝟱 𝗽𝗺 𝗛𝗦𝗧 (𝗨𝗧𝗖 -𝟭𝟬)
𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝟮𝟳 𝗮𝘁 𝟭𝟬:𝟬𝟬 – 𝟭𝟭:𝟭𝟱 𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝗘𝗦𝗧 (𝗨𝗧𝗖 +𝟭𝟬) / 𝟴:𝟬𝟬 – 𝟵:𝟭𝟱 𝗮𝗺 𝗦𝗚𝗧 (𝗨𝗧𝗖 +𝟴)

👩‍💻 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀: https://reefresilience.org/how-to-apply-coral-reef-connectivity-models-to-reef-management-webinar/

International Coral Reef Initiative NOAA Coral Reef Conservation Program

03/09/2024

03/05/2024

We're hiring, come join our team in the Upper Keys! Get your applications in before March 15th 🤩⁠

Click the link below for more information and to apply! 🔗

https://mote.org/about-us/employment-opportunities

01/18/2024

Read all about the exiting coral reef conservation and restoration work going on in American Samoa in the Coral Reef Advisory Group's (CRAG) latest quarterly newsletter!

Marine Science Scholarship Applications for Spring 2024 are Open!Greetings! Applications for the American Samoa Community College (ASCC) Marine Science Semester Program Scholarship for Spring 2024 are now open! This scholarship opportunity aims to support students 140Post not marked as liked

11/30/2023

The NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries is seeking applications for the Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program from individuals, particularly women and minorities, who due to financial constraints, may not otherwise be able to pursue an advanced degree (Masters or Ph.D.) in oceanography, marine biology, maritime archaeology—these may include but are not limited to ocean and/or coastal: engineering, social science, marine education, marine stewardship, cultural anthropology, and resource management disciplines. Applications are due by Dec. 20, 2023 at 11:59 PM EST. Apply here:
https://tinyurl.com/3rczxmvj
For more information: https://fosterscholars.noaa.gov

The NOAA Dr. Nancy Foster Scholarship Program recognizes outstanding scholarship and encourages independent graduate level research-particularly by female and minority students-in NOAA mission-related sciences of oceanography, marine biology and maritime archaeology, including all science, engineeri...

11/30/2023

ABSTRACT DEADLINE (DEC. 22): Tåno Tåsi yan Todu is hosting the 6th Mariana Islands Conservation Conference to be held on Saipan from Feb 26 - March 1, 2024. This conference is free to the public and seeks to inform island residents, scientists, managers, and cultural practitioners about research and conservation projects in the Marianas, including marine topics. Register here to attend (in-person or virtually): https://www.marianasterrestrialconservation.org/registration.html

Have you conducted research or worked on a conservation/restoration project in the Marianas? Share your knowledge through a 15-min oral presentation or poster! Abstracts (< 350 words) due by Dec. 22nd, on topics such as watershed, coral reef, forest, or mangrove restoration; ecosystem management; human interactions with the environment; cultural and indigenous knowledge; animal ecology; natural history; endangered species; invasive species; and fisheries research and management. Submit abstracts here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSepfL-UFEnuTDAty1eZirEvs2RensKtOJHo4nL_MCzqLUkDrw/viewform

11/22/2023

Awesome new data visualization tool developed by NOAA CRCP!

11/22/2023

JOB OPENING: The Guam Coral Reef Initiative is hiring a Coral Reef Restoration & Response Coordinator! This position will organize and participate in day-to-day field activities for coral reef restoration and monitoring, organize multi-agency response actions to acute impacts (e.g., vessel groundings), and assist with the development and implementation of restoration-focused plans and projects. Apply by November 30th!

This position is offered as a Biologist III through the Government of Guam. Pay is $55k/year plus benefits. Applicants MUST be U.S. citizens or legally permitted to work in the U.S.; we cannot sponsor foreign applicants. Applicants must (at minimum) have a bachelor's degree, three years of experience in marine science/management, and 50 logged dives.

The Guam Coral Reef Initiative (that’s us!) is seeking applicants for a Coral Reef Response and Restoration Coordinator. Tasks will include, but are not limited to: developing a reef emergency response plan, leading field staff in coral nursery maintenance, and coordinating the interagency Guam Co...

11/22/2023

OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS: Virginia Tech’s College of Natural Resources and the Environment is hosting a Zoom Info Session on Wednesday, December 6th from 9:00 - 10:00 AM ChST for prospective students from Guam, CNMI, FSM, RMI, and Palau who are interested in a bachelor’s degree in Wildlife Conservation, Fisheries, or a range of other conservation/environment topics.
Zoom link: https://virginiatech.zoom.us/j/8510232604
Students who have already earned undergraduate degrees and are interested in MS/PhD opportunities should reach out to Dr. Haldre Rogers at [email protected]. Dr. Rogers is an Associate Professor in the Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation; she has run the Ecology of Bird Loss project in the Marianas since 2006.