[2026 Honorable Mention] Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary

Authors

• Daylyn R. Reese, California State University, Monterey BayFollow

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Description

This research offers unique insights into the creation and development of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (N.M.S.) with a focus on indigenous populations’ roles (primarily Chumash and Costanoan). In this episode, I analyze what makes this NMS different from every NMS precluding it, how it recognizes a new goal in conservation (thrivability), and the areas in which improvements still must be made to authentically include and honor indigenous voices.

Course and Instructor

GS 336 - Dr. Salazar Hughes

Keywords

Chumash, heritage, NMS, national marine sanctuary, indigenous, indigenous management

Disciplines

Cultural History | Environmental Education | Environmental Health and Protection | Ethnic Studies | Historic Preservation and Conservation | Indigenous Studies | Native American Studies | Natural Resources and Conservation | Natural Resources Management and Policy | Other American Studies | Other History | Other Languages, Societies, and Cultures | Social Justice | Sustainability | United States History

Comments

Dear Review Team,

I am honored to submit my podcast episode entitled “Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary” for consideration for the CSUMB Ethnic Studies Research Paper Award. This research offers unique insights into the creation and development of the Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary (N.M.S.) with a focus on indigenous populations’ roles (primarily Chumash and Costanoan). In this episode, I analyze what makes this NMS different from every NMS precluding it, how it recognizes a new goal in conservation (thrivability), and the areas in which improvements still must be made to authentically include and honor indigenous voices. 

The methodology includes content analysis and qualitative document analysis, and my results communicate the viewpoints of NOAA and of multiple local indigenous populations. These findings contribute to the larger conversation on indigenous environmental stewardship, the concept of thrivability vs survivability, and the partnerships of the US government and indigenous leadership. 

I confirm that this work is original, has not yet been published elsewhere (but is in final reviews for the CSUMB OtterPod), and complies with all ethical guidelines. Enclosed are the audio file and transcript (with references) as requested. I appreciate your consideration of this submission.

Recommended Citation

Reese, Daylyn R., "[2026 Honorable Mention] Chumash Heritage National Marine Sanctuary" (2026). Ethnic Studies Research Paper Award. 26.
https://digitalcommons.csumb.edu/esa_submissions/26