Restore America’s Estuaries (RAE) and the Coastal States Organization (CSO) proudly present the 9th National Summit, which will bring together the coastal restoration and management communities for an integrated discussion to explore issues, solutions, and lessons learned in their work. The Summit will provide timely and much-needed attention to the challenges and opportunities for coastal and estuarine restoration and management. It will bring together a unique blend of people who are involved in policy, science, strategy, business, and on-the-ground restoration and management.

The Program Committee invites you to submit a proposal to present at the 9th National Summit. The Summit Program emphasizes lessons learned and best practices in every aspect of coastal and estuarine restoration and management. There are numerous ways to participate in the Program (e.g. Dedicated Session, Alternative Format Session, Single Presentation, and Poster).

Focus areas include: America’s Pacific Coast; Living Shorelines and Other Nature-Based Shoreline Management Approaches; Economy, Finance, and Investment; Science and Technology; Planning, Policy, and Administration; Coastal Restoration; Coastal Management; Education, Engagement, and Culture; Water Resources; Disaster Planning, Response, and Recovery; and Large-Scale Management and Restoration.

See the attached PDF for the full Call for Proposals.