Project Grant D24AP00441

Award Date 9/23/24
Completion Date 9/30/28
Dollars Obligated $498K
Federal Agency
Insular Affairs
Federal Grant Program
15.875
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Guam
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  1. Hiring a Marine Biosecurity Coordinator to create a Marine Invasive Species Surveillance and Response Plan, conduct regular monitoring and rapid response in Apra Harbor, and lead community outreach and education efforts.

  2. Developing an online tool to enable community members to report potential invasive or nuisance marine species.

The intended beneficiaries are the residents of Guam who rely on the island's coral reef ecosystems for food security, tourism, and coastal protection. This grant aims to safeguard these vital natural resources by proactively addressing the threat of marine invasive species. The award period runs from September 23, 2024 to September 30, 2028.

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