Our seas and ourselves: Restoration, recovery, and reconnection

From kelp restoration, local engagement projects, and a nearshore trawling ban to a now thriving marine ecosystem, local efforts to restore Sussex’s coastal environments have not only led to a flourishing diversity of life in the sea, but has driven a deeper connection among local communities, celebrated through art, creativity, and restoration. Join Oceanographic and a panel of expert guests in a celebration of community, connection, and ocean life.

Date & Time

Thursday, February 19
18:30 BST

Location

29 Bond St, Brighton
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Tickets

£5 per attendee. All tickets must be pre-booked.

Further Details

Complimentary edition of Oceanographic Magazine for all attendees.

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Meet the speakers

A marine biologist with a lifelong passion for marine mammals and a particular penchant for Harbour porpoises off the south coast, Dr Thea Taylor is the managing director at Sussex Dolphin Project, an education and awareness programme celebrating marine life off the coast of Sussex. Dr Lewis White is Seascape Research Lead with Sussex Bay, an ambitious and collaborative project to accelerate nature recovery along the Sussex coastline. Laura Callaghan is a British mixed media artist with a practice dedicated to honouring the ocean and spotlighting the urgent issue of marine pollution and climate change.

Dr Thea Taylor

Managing Director, Sussex Dolphin Project

Dr Lewis White

Seascape Research Lead with Sussex Bay

Laura Callagha

Mixed Media Artist

Host, Rob Hutchins

Community Editor, Oceanographic Magazine