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What are you most scared of this Halloween?

For us it’s that coral reefs like the ones pictured here 👆won’t be around for future generations.

In a world where ecosystems are constantly under threat, it’s important to remember we are in this together.

Every restored fragment, every protected site, every community partnership builds the resilience these ecosystems need to weather what’s coming.

Don’t let fear stop us from advocating for the things we love 💪

📸 by @jlevy33

#coralreefs #coralconservation #halloween #coral #marineconservation

What are you most scared of this Halloween?

For us it’s that coral reefs like the ones pictured here 👆won’t be around for future generations.

In a world where ecosystems are constantly under threat, it’s important to remember we are in this together.

Every restored fragment, every protected site, every community partnership builds the resilience these ecosystems need to weather what’s coming.

Don’t let fear stop us from advocating for the things we love 💪

📸 by @jlevy33

#coralreefs #coralconservation #halloween #coral #marineconservation

This August, the Eastern Tropical Pacific (ETP) Coral Restoration Workshop took place in San José, Costa Rica 🇨🇷🌊.

The event was sponsored by the @coralrestorationconsortium and organized by the
@cimarucr at the University of Costa Rica, the @usfq, and the University of Guadalajara.

Over three days, 25+ experts from Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile, representing academic institutions, government agencies, and NGOs, gathered to strengthen the Eastern Tropical Pacific regional network and share what’s working (and what’s not) in coral restoration.

The workshop concluded with the definition of priority actions to reinforce the network. These included,

🔬Standardization of restoration and monitoring methodologies
📊Creation of a regional open-access data repository
👥 Establishment of thematic working groups
📖Development of a Regional Coral Restoration and Monitoring Manual.

When we work together across borders, we’re stronger — and so are our reefs. We are excited to see what’s next for this Regional Group!

Want to read the full workshop report (available in English and Spanish)? Head on over to our website and check out the ETP Regional Group page!

#CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #CoralReefs #EasternTropicalPacific #OceanConservation #CostaRica #RegionalCollaboration #CoralScience

This August, the Eastern Tropical Pacific (ETP) Coral Restoration Workshop took place in San José, Costa Rica 🇨🇷🌊.

The event was sponsored by the @coralrestorationconsortium and organized by the
@cimarucr at the University of Costa Rica, the @usfq, and the University of Guadalajara.

Over three days, 25+ experts from Mexico, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Colombia, Ecuador, and Chile, representing academic institutions, government agencies, and NGOs, gathered to strengthen the Eastern Tropical Pacific regional network and share what’s working (and what’s not) in coral restoration.

The workshop concluded with the definition of priority actions to reinforce the network. These included,

🔬Standardization of restoration and monitoring methodologies
📊Creation of a regional open-access data repository
👥 Establishment of thematic working groups
📖Development of a Regional Coral Restoration and Monitoring Manual.

When we work together across borders, we’re stronger — and so are our reefs. We are excited to see what’s next for this Regional Group!

Want to read the full workshop report (available in English and Spanish)? Head on over to our website and check out the ETP Regional Group page!

#CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #CoralReefs #EasternTropicalPacific #OceanConservation #CostaRica #RegionalCollaboration #CoralScience

Throwback to learning from the best reef minds in the world 🌍🪸.

Every talk felt like a masterclass in hope and resilience for coral reefs.

Carrying these lessons with us into every reality.

Are you getting excited for #ReefFutures 2026!?

📷 by: Karley Feather (@karleyjo321), @coralrestorationconsortium

#ReefFutures #KnowledgeSharing #OceanHope #CoralRestoration

Throwback to learning from the best reef minds in the world 🌍🪸.

Every talk felt like a masterclass in hope and resilience for coral reefs.

Carrying these lessons with us into every reality.

Are you getting excited for #ReefFutures 2026!?

📷 by: Karley Feather (@karleyjo321), @coralrestorationconsortium

#ReefFutures #KnowledgeSharing #OceanHope #CoralRestoration

Introducing our final new addition to the Advisory Board….Tatiana Villalobos (@tatis_marinesoul), co-founder of Raising Coral Costa Rica (@raisingcoral).

A self-proclaimed “ocean and polyp’s lover,” she’s been laying the foundation for coral propagation in underwater nurseries in Costa Rica since 2016 while building sustainable livelihoods for local communities.

Show our new Advisory Board members some love by liking their posts! We are excited for them to get started!

   #CoralRestoration #BlueEconomy #CommunityLed #CRCVoices

Introducing our final new addition to the Advisory Board….Tatiana Villalobos (@tatis_marinesoul), co-founder of Raising Coral Costa Rica (@raisingcoral).

A self-proclaimed “ocean and polyp’s lover,” she’s been laying the foundation for coral propagation in underwater nurseries in Costa Rica since 2016 while building sustainable livelihoods for local communities.

Show our new Advisory Board members some love by liking their posts! We are excited for them to get started!

   #CoralRestoration #BlueEconomy #CommunityLed #CRCVoices

Say hello to Alika Garcia, a Native Hawaiian fisherman, firefighter, and conservation leader. Alika is the Executive Director of Kuleana Coral Restoration (@kuleanacoral) in Hawai’i.

Rooted in traditional Hawaiian values, Alika bridges Indigenous knowledge with modern science to protect the reefs that sustain island life. 
We can’t wait to learn from Alika and are eager to see how he will help shape the direction of our organization!

  #IndigenousKnowledge #OceanStewardship #Hawaii #CRCVoices

Say hello to Alika Garcia, a Native Hawaiian fisherman, firefighter, and conservation leader. Alika is the Executive Director of Kuleana Coral Restoration (@kuleanacoral) in Hawai’i.

Rooted in traditional Hawaiian values, Alika bridges Indigenous knowledge with modern science to protect the reefs that sustain island life. 
We can’t wait to learn from Alika and are eager to see how he will help shape the direction of our organization!

  #IndigenousKnowledge #OceanStewardship #Hawaii #CRCVoices

Our next new Advisory Board member is Dr. Juliet Karisa (@juliet_furaha_karisa), a marine scientist shaping the future of coral restoration in Kenya and beyond.

From national protocols to global networks, she blends science, policy, and mentorship to create ocean solutions that last.

We are so excited for Juliet to be joining the CRC’s Advisory Board!
 

  #ReefResilience #WomenInScience #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

Our next new Advisory Board member is Dr. Juliet Karisa (@juliet_furaha_karisa), a marine scientist shaping the future of coral restoration in Kenya and beyond.

From national protocols to global networks, she blends science, policy, and mentorship to create ocean solutions that last.

We are so excited for Juliet to be joining the CRC’s Advisory Board!
 

  #ReefResilience #WomenInScience #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

Introducing Joshua Wambugu (@joshuawambugu), a social science researcher bringing community perspectives into reef restoration.

From working with REEFolution Trust (@reefolutionfoundation) to co-producing Swahili coral comics, Joshua bridges science, culture, and conservation in powerful ways.

We can’t wait to learn from Joshua and are so excited to have him as part of the CRC family!

   #CommunityLed #ReefRestoration #OceanCulture #CRCVoices

Introducing Joshua Wambugu (@joshuawambugu), a social science researcher bringing community perspectives into reef restoration.

From working with REEFolution Trust (@reefolutionfoundation) to co-producing Swahili coral comics, Joshua bridges science, culture, and conservation in powerful ways.

We can’t wait to learn from Joshua and are so excited to have him as part of the CRC family!

   #CommunityLed #ReefRestoration #OceanCulture #CRCVoices

Next, please give a warm CRC welcome to Margaux Monfared.

Margaux is a voice linking local reef action to global ocean policy!

From hands-on restoration in the Maldives to shaping international advocacy with the International Coral Reef Initiative, Margaux is helping steer ocean governance toward an inclusive and resilient future.  

#OceanPolicy #CoralReefs #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

Next, please give a warm CRC welcome to Margaux Monfared.

Margaux is a voice linking local reef action to global ocean policy!

From hands-on restoration in the Maldives to shaping international advocacy with the International Coral Reef Initiative, Margaux is helping steer ocean governance toward an inclusive and resilient future.  

#OceanPolicy #CoralReefs #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

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