- Since 2017 -

Coral Restoration Consortium

building community, rebuilding reefs

Welcome to the Consortium!

We are the community of practice for reef restoration.

We serve corals and the people that depend on them most closely.

Our primary audience is restoration practitioners in reef-rich, low-income nations.

We do not advocate for one single method of restoration - but a better toolbox, shared resources, and a good planning framework.

Our Approach

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A message from our Executive Director

“Coral reefs are on the brink of extinction due to climate change and other threats. Saving them requires a united, powerful community. Building, strengthening, and empowering that community is what we do.”

Dr. Tali Vardi, CRC Executive Director

Our Approach

Our Approach

Collaborative — We work across boundaries: science, practice, and policy.

Science-Driven — Restoration strategies based on rigorous research.

Innovative — Embracing new ideas, technologies, and partnerships.

Inclusive — Supporting global access to knowledge and tools.

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Advisory board member Dr. Apple Chui learning about new techniques at the Innovation showcase during Reef Futures 2024

Communities of Expertise and Regional Practice

We bring together practitioners, scientists, managers, and community members. Through the CRC's Working and Regional Groups, we elevate the practice of coral restoration.

Our Working Groups

Our Regional Groups

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Our Team

Made up of a staff and advisory board members from around the world, our goal remains singular, support practitioners in implementing impactful coral restoration projects.

Meet Our People!

Reef Futures

The CRC's flagship biennial conference. The place where the whole community comes together in person!

Reef Futures

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Throwback to learning from the best reef minds in the world 🌍🪸.

Every talk felt like a masterclass in hope and resilience for coral reefs.

Carrying these lessons with us into every reality.

Are you getting excited for #ReefFutures 2026!?

📷 by: Karley Feather (@karleyjo321), @coralrestorationconsortium

#ReefFutures #KnowledgeSharing #OceanHope #CoralRestoration

Introducing our final new addition to the Advisory Board….Tatiana Villalobos (@tatis_marinesoul), co-founder of Raising Coral Costa Rica (@raisingcoral).

A self-proclaimed “ocean and polyp’s lover,” she’s been laying the foundation for coral propagation in underwater nurseries in Costa Rica since 2016 while building sustainable livelihoods for local communities.

Show our new Advisory Board members some love by liking their posts! We are excited for them to get started!

   #CoralRestoration #BlueEconomy #CommunityLed #CRCVoices

Say hello to Alika Garcia, a Native Hawaiian fisherman, firefighter, and conservation leader. Alika is the Executive Director of Kuleana Coral Restoration (@kuleanacoral) in Hawai’i.

Rooted in traditional Hawaiian values, Alika bridges Indigenous knowledge with modern science to protect the reefs that sustain island life. 
We can’t wait to learn from Alika and are eager to see how he will help shape the direction of our organization!

  #IndigenousKnowledge #OceanStewardship #Hawaii #CRCVoices

Our next new Advisory Board member is Dr. Juliet Karisa (@juliet_furaha_karisa), a marine scientist shaping the future of coral restoration in Kenya and beyond.

From national protocols to global networks, she blends science, policy, and mentorship to create ocean solutions that last.

We are so excited for Juliet to be joining the CRC’s Advisory Board!
 

  #ReefResilience #WomenInScience #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

Introducing Joshua Wambugu (@joshuawambugu), a social science researcher bringing community perspectives into reef restoration.

From working with REEFolution Trust (@reefolutionfoundation) to co-producing Swahili coral comics, Joshua bridges science, culture, and conservation in powerful ways.

We can’t wait to learn from Joshua and are so excited to have him as part of the CRC family!

   #CommunityLed #ReefRestoration #OceanCulture #CRCVoices

Next, please give a warm CRC welcome to Margaux Monfared.

Margaux is a voice linking local reef action to global ocean policy!

From hands-on restoration in the Maldives to shaping international advocacy with the International Coral Reef Initiative, Margaux is helping steer ocean governance toward an inclusive and resilient future.  

#OceanPolicy #CoralReefs #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

We are so excited to welcome six new members to the CRC’s Advisory Board!

Meet Andrew Taylor (@andres_del_mar), founder of Blue Corner Conservation (@bluecornerconservation) and a true pioneer in reef restoration across the Indo-Pacific.

With two decades of experience, Andrew blends science, community action, and diver-led training to breathe life back into coral ecosystems. 

  #CoralRestoration #CommunityLed #MarineConservation #CRCVoices

As we welcome six new individuals to the CRC’s Advisory Board, we also say an immense THANK YOU to two members transitioning off.

To Dave Suggett and Ania Banaszak, your dedication and commitment to the CRC over the years has been awe inspiring to say the least.

Two of our longest serving members, who have been with us since the beginning. Each of you has worn many hats within the CRC- active members of the Advisory Board, Working Groups, AND Regional Groups. You have provided guidance and advice as we have grown, and helped shape the trajectory of our organization.

To Dave, we appreciate your steadfast resolve and commitment to always amplifying the science and work of practitioners around the globe. You have always been (and will continue to be) a critical thinker and expert we rely on for decisions big and small. You continually inspire us to push the envelope in coral restoration and make sure our science is heard.

To Ania, thank you for your honesty, transparency, and unwavering support over the years. You have helped us critically think about the CRC’s programs, strategic planning, and ways we can constantly improve. Your ability to take complex concepts and turn them into actionable items is something we admire.

This isn’t a goodbye, it’s a “we can’t wait to see what you do next!” That’s the special thing about the CRC, it’s a family that you have for life. One where we support each other no matter what.

So thank you Dave and Ania, from the bottom of our hearts, we are forever grateful for your incredible contributions to the CRC, past, present, and future ❤️

Coral reef conservation has been selected as one of the key themes for the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Brazil (@cop30nobrasil)! Coral reefs occupy less than 1% of the total ocean area but support 25% of marine life. They feed communities, drive economies, protect coastlines, and could be the first ecosystem to face functional extinction if we don’t act.

Coastal communities have been connected to these reefs for centuries—their traditional knowledge and cultural heritage run through these waters. Losing reefs means losing cultural memory and identity.

Scientists agree: coral reefs are among the most threatened ecosystems globally. But they can recover when we reduce local AND global stressors. This isn’t just about saving corals. It’s about protecting marine biodiversity, coastal livelihoods, and the ecosystems we all depend on in the fight against climate change.

Spread this message and join us in the #MutiraoCOP30 for Coral Reef Conservation 🪸

📸 by @jlevy33

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Coral Restoration Consortium

Welcome to the Consortium!

A message from our Executive Director

Our Approach

Communities of Expertise and Regional Practice

We bring together practitioners, scientists, managers, and community members. Through the CRC's Working and Regional Groups, we elevate the practice of coral restoration.

Our Team

Made up of a staff and advisory board members from around the world, our goal remains singular, support practitioners in implementing impactful coral restoration projects.

Reef Futures

The CRC's flagship biennial conference. The place where the whole community comes together in person!

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Follow us on social media for new releases, updates, and announcements. Stay in touch with our Working Groups, Regional Groups, and the community by subscribing to our newsletter. Get involved today!

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- Since 2017 -

Coral Restoration Consortium

Welcome to the Consortium!

A message from our Executive Director

Our Approach

Communities of Expertise and Regional Practice

We bring together practitioners, scientists, managers, and community members. Through the CRC's Working and Regional Groups, we elevate the practice of coral restoration.

Our Team

Made up of a staff and advisory board members from around the world, our goal remains singular, support practitioners in implementing impactful coral restoration projects.

Reef Futures

The CRC's flagship biennial conference. The place where the whole community comes together in person!

Join our Digital Community

Follow us on social media for new releases, updates, and announcements. Stay in touch with our Working Groups, Regional Groups, and the community by subscribing to our newsletter. Get involved today!

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