Caring for Coastal Communities: Conversations with Charles Allen and Arthur Johnson

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Caring for Coastal Communities: Conversations with Charles Allen and Arthur Johnson

Delta Dispatches

50 minutes 11 seconds

3 months ago

Caring for Coastal Communities: Conversations with Charles Allen and Arthur Johnson

In this episode of Delta Dispatches, host Simone Maloz discusses Louisiana’s coastal restoration efforts, featuring conversations with Charles Allen and Arthur Johnson. Charles Allen, Community Engagement Director with Audubon Delta, recounts his extensive experience advocating for coastal restoration and community involvement in Louisiana's environmental initiatives. Arthur Johnson, CEO of the Lower Ninth Ward Center for Sustainable Engagement and Development (CSED), shares insights into the organization's history and its ongoing work in community engagement and environmental education. Together, they highlight the importance of community partnerships, youth involvement, and proactive coastal management to ensure a resilient future for Louisiana's coastal areas.

03:24 Charles Allen's Journey in Coastal Work
06:41 Engaging HBCUs in Environmental Advocacy
11:14 Challenges and Future Plans for Coastal Communities
22:23 Introducing Arthur Johnson: A New Guest
25:13 The Origins and Mission of CSED
32:44 Keys to Community Engagement
36:38 Current Initiatives at CSED