Sanctuary Advisory Council Applicants

Members representing nongovernmental seats on the Cordell Bank National Marine Sanctuary Advisory Council are appointed by the director of the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries. When an application period is open, announcements listing the seats and how to apply are made on this website, in local media sources, at public Sanctuary Advisory Council meetings, etc.

How to Apply

We are currently not accepting applications. This page will be updated when a new application period opens. Please reach out to tishma.patel@noaa.gov if you have any questions.

The Importance of Diversity

Whether within a natural ecosystem or a human community, diversity creates strength and resilience. NOAA's Office of National Marine Sanctuaries values the remarkable diversity of knowledge, perspectives, and experience found throughout sanctuary communities, and invites a wide range of individuals to seek membership on our sanctuary advisory councils. With a diverse membership, advisory councils can broaden access to understanding and participation in marine conservation and governance, foster innovation and creative problem solving, and can help advance the mission of the National Marine Sanctuary System.

"National marine sanctuaries are dedicated to the conservation, protection, and enhancement of America's marine and cultural legacy," said John Armor, director of the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries. "They are also places where people from diverse backgrounds can find common ground and discuss possible solutions to critical challenges facing the ocean. We welcome and value the wide range of perspectives and expertise that advisory council members bring to the national marine sanctuary system."