White Sharks in Our Waters: Awareness Inspires Conservation

This ACONS (A Celebration of Nantucket Sound) webinar hosted by the Alliance will provide audiences with an understanding of the ongoing white shark research projects being conducted and funded by the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC), how that research is impacting conservation and public safety efforts, and up to date information on what that research has taught us. Our guest speaker is Kristen Smith, Outreach and Social Media Manager for the AWSC. Audience members will have an opportunity to view videos and photographs to develop deeper knowledge of what a shark is and what it takes to conduct white shark research. Kristen will also discuss the history of white sharks in our waters, including Nantucket Sound—and what the future of white sharks here might hold.
 
A Q&A session will follow the presentation. Attendees will have an opportunity to ask Kristen questions and learn how they can get involved in shark and ocean conservation.
 
White sharks are apex predators that play a critical role in maintaining a healthy and balanced marine ecosystem. They are also considered a keystone species, meaning they are integral to the ecology they inhabit.
 
More on the Alliance's educational ACONS webinar series at www.saveoursound.org/acons

ABOUT KRISTEN SMITH
Kristen Smith works as the Outreach and Social Media Manager for the Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC). She received her degree in Marine Science and aided in her university’s shark research program. Kristen has been with AWSC since 2016. In her role, she coordinates and manages a variety of initiatives, including educational programs, community outreach efforts, the college internship program, and social media campaigns. Kristen has been featured on platforms such as the Today Show, Channel 7 News Boston, and Good Morning America. These appearances have highlighted AWSC’s white shark ecotourism program and public safety initiatives related to white sharks.