Watch live | Upwell: A Wave of Ocean Justice

Join the livestream today at 10:00 am ET! Join Azul, Center for American Progress, and Urban Ocean Lab for an online event on the rising tide of justice and equity in ocean policy. Problems viewing this email? [View it in your browser]( [Center for American Progress]( Watch live today! Upwell: A Wave of Ocean Justice June 4, 2024 Online via Zoom 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. [RSVP to join the livestream]( Visit the full agenda and current speaker list [here.]( RSVP to join us online today for Upwell: A Wave of Ocean Justice. The need to pursue environmental justice does not end at the water’s edge. Access to ocean resources and influence in shaping ocean policy has long been inequitable across racial, economic, and generational lines as a result of the legacies of racism, colonialism, and industrialization. At the same time, historically marginalized communities in coastal communities are disproportionately affected by the climate crisis, including rising sea levels and intensifying storms, as well as by pollution, overfishing, loss of habitat and biodiversity, and coastal gentrification. However, across the United States, ocean justice communities are shifting that narrative and building and exerting real power in ocean and climate decision-making, policy development, and management. This event will prioritize the experiences and voices of historically marginalized communities in ocean conservation discussions. We ask that all attendees be respectful of and intentional about the focus of the symposium. The event will feature expert panels, high-level guest speakers, and much more. In addition, Upwell will feature two local Artists in Residence, [Qrcky]( and [Sofia Gawer](. Throughout the day, the Artists in Residence will create pieces inspired by the event and engage in interactive components with attendees. Upwell is co-hosted by Azul, Center for American Progress, and Urban Ocean Lab. It is supported by the Natural Resources Defense Council, Earthjustice, Green 2.0, and Ocean Defense Initiative. Upwell is made possible by funding from Mosaic, Packard Foundation, Oceankind, Walton Family Foundation, and National Marine Sanctuary Foundation. June 4, 2024 Online via Zoom 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. ET [Closed-captioned-enabled video will be posted following the conclusion of the event.]( [Support CAP]( [Manage Email Preferences or Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( [Center for American Progress]( Center for American Progress 1333 H Street NW Washington, D.C. 20005 [supporter]