The Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (@chumashsanctuary) provides an exceptional opportunity to advance the first Tribal-nominated national marine sanctuary designation in the U.S., setting a precedent for elevating Indigenous perspectives and cultural values in ocean conservation. . Learn more and support designating a new Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary at the link in our bio (wsl.tv​​chumashsanctuary). There are only a few days left to make your voice heard as @NOAA extended the deadline to January 31st, 2022! . The proposed sanctuary would help to address the global biodiversity crisis and accelerate nature-based solutions through inclusive partnerships and collaboration among federal, state, and local governments, and California Native American Tribes. . #ChumashSanctuary #chumash #CHNMS #northernchumash #marinesanctuary #nationalmarinesanctuary #weareoneocean