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	Podcast:		Delta Dispatches
	Episode:		Caring for Coastal Communities: Conversations with Charles Allen and Arthur Johnson
	Category:		Government & Organizations
	Duration:		00:50:11
	Publish Date:		2025-08-07 15:00:00
	Description:		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
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