New York Sea Grant

***Our Vision*** To empower the people of New York, Indigenous Nations, and all visitors to make informed decisions that enhance and sustain healthy coastal ecosystems, communities, and economies. ***Our Mission*** “Bringing science to the shore” through high-quality research, extension, and education that fosters informed collaboration among individuals, communities, businesses, and decision-makers. Together, we work to conserve, use, and restore coastal resources to support sustainable and resilient environments, economies, and cultures. ***Our Commitment*** We are dedicated to fair and respectful engagement with all who live, work, and visit across New York’s coastal and Great Lakes regions. Our programs aim to reflect the range of perspectives and knowledge held by the many communities we serve. Through our work, we remain focused on building understanding, strengthening local capacity, and providing reliable information and services. ***Our Values & Principles*** • **Excellence, Objectivity, Integrity and Responsiveness** We are committed to providing high-quality, science-based programs that reflect honesty, transparency, and a strong service ethic. • **Stewardship and Sustainable Development** We promote practices that support the continued health and productivity of coastal ecosystems and economies for future generations. • **Collaboration and Partnership** We work closely with partners from many sectors to identify needs, share knowledge, and develop solutions that reflect local priorities. • **Education and Continuous Lifelong Learning** We offer programs for learners of all ages to enhance environmental literacy and build understanding of coastal issues, science, and solutions that can be applied in real-world settings. • **Professionalism and Objective Competence** Our team is dedicated to ongoing learning and to responding effectively to emerging challenges and local concerns with timely, practical, and science-informed support. As a neutral party, we maintain a commitment to objective, unbiased, and non-advocacy research and programming, including in the development and delivery of trusted information, tools, and services.