State of the Coast
may 20-22, 2025
Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
New Orleans, LA
The State of the Coast (SOC) conference is the largest statewide conference of its kind, providing an interdisciplinary forum to exchange timely and relevant information on the dynamic conditions of Louisiana’s coastal communities, environment and economy. The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) produces this forum, the need for which grows with every acre of land lost to the Gulf of Mexico, along with our partners: the Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority of Louisiana and the Water Institute.
Early Registration
Early registration for SOC 2025 is now open! Register before February 14 to lock in a discounted rate, then join us in New Orleans for three days of lively discussion around our changing coast.
scholarship opportunities
There are opportunities for students and community members to have their registration fees waived for SOC 2025. It is the planning team’s desire that community scholarships reduce or eliminate any financial barriers that would otherwise prevent key coastal stakeholders and the next generation of coastal leaders from attending SOC.
Student Volunteers
Student volunteers at SOC 2025 have their registration fees waived in exchange for volunteer service. Volunteer tasks include, but are not limited to assisting with conference registration, monitoring program sessions and more.
Sponsorship opportunities
When you sponsor SOC 2025, you showcase your services, products or company, build relationships with people and organizations invested in the coast and support the movement to create a thriving, sustainable coast for all.
Be Heard
Email stateofthecoast@crcl.org to share suggestions and feedback on how to make SOC 2025 the best one yet.
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