Malama Kai Foundation Hosts April ReefTalks: The Science of Understanding Coral Reef Stakeholders on Thursday, April 23rd at 6 PM

Malamakai’s April ReefTalks: The Science of Understanding Coral Reef Stakeholders is taking place on Thursday, April 23rd at 6 PM with presenter Christopher Hawkins, Malama Kai Foundation’s Executive Director.

He has more than 27 years' experience in coastal marine management, encompassing broad knowledge of coastal marine ecology and artisanal fisheries principles, and expertise in conservation planning and monitoring, human dimensions research, and program evaluation. His approach to resource conservation recognizes that ecosystem conditions should largely reflect public priorities as expressed through social values. Chris has a bachelor’s degree in Marine Environmental Management and Safety from Massachusetts Maritime Academy. He earned his Master’s degree in Tropical Coastal Management from Newcastle University in the United Kingdom and a Ph.D. in Environmental Conservation at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Event Details:
Date & Time: Thursday, April 23, 2026, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Location: The Thirsty Gecko
74-5588 Pawai Place, Kailua-Kona, HI, 96740