Post Dorian Assessments and Strategic Restoration of Mangroves Shorelines of the Little Bahama Bank

Perform a detailed assessment of Hurricane Dorian’s impact to mangrove communities, including damage to the mangroves themselves and marine life that depends on mangroves to assess disruption in ecosystem function. This assessment followed by the development and implementation of restoration activities aimed at facilitating ecosystem recovery in key areas. Implementation of these strategies will include capacity building for mangrove restoration (planting mangroves, hydrologic restoration, and/or debris removal) within local communities as well as the actual restoration of mangrove ecosystems.