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