NHCS Meets with IUCN Representatives to Discuss Mangrove Conservation in Nevis

Source: NHCS FB
CHARLESTOWN, Nevis — Representatives of the Nevis Historical and Conservation Society (NHCS) recently met with officials from the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) to discuss the current state of mangrove ecosystems across Nevis and explore strategies for their long-term protection and restoration.

Participating in the meeting were NHCS President Isabel Byron, Executive Director Terysia Herbert, long-time NHCS member and environmental advocate Keithley Amory, and a representative from the Department of Marine Resources.

The discussions focused on the critical importance of mangroves to Nevis’ coastal and marine environment. Mangroves serve a vital role in protecting shorelines from erosion, supporting marine biodiversity, improving water quality, and strengthening resilience against climate-related impacts.

The meeting provided an important platform for participants to share concerns, exchange scientific and local knowledge, and identify collaborative approaches to safeguarding these ecosystems for future generations.

Officials highlighted that white mangroves are currently the most prevalent species found around Nevis. However, ongoing conservation efforts by NHCS and partner organizations continue to encourage the restoration and increased representation of black and red mangroves throughout the island’s coastal ecosystems.

The NHCS reaffirmed its commitment to protecting and sustainably managing Nevis’ natural heritage through continued dialogue, public education, research, and community engagement initiatives.

The organization emphasized that preserving mangrove ecosystems remains essential to the environmental health, biodiversity, and climate resilience of Nevis.