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Social Equity Is Key To Sustainable Ocean Governance, Katherine M. Crosman, Edward H. Allison, Yoshitaka Ota, Andrés M. Cisneros-Montemayor, Gerald G. Singh, Wilf Swartz, Megan Bailey, Kate M. Barclay, Grant Blume, Mathieu Colléter, Michael Fabinyi, Elaine M. Faustman, Russell Fielding, P. Joshua Griffin, Quentin Hanich, Harriet Harden-Davies, Ryan P. Kelly, Tiff Annie Kenny, Terrie Klinger

Honors College Faculty Publications

Calls to address social equity in ocean governance are expanding. Yet ‘equity’ is seldom clearly defined. Here we present a framework to support contextually-informed assessment of equity in ocean governance. Guiding questions include: (1) Where and (2) Why is equity being examined? (3) Equity for or amongst Whom? (4) What is being distributed? (5) When is equity considered? And (6) How do governance structures impact equity? The framework supports consistent operationalization of equity, challenges oversimplification, and allows evaluation of progress. It is a step toward securing the equitable ocean governance already reflected in national and international commitments.

Georgetown County’S Office Of Planning And Zoning And The Future Land Use Of Georgetown County, Nicholas Urbanek

Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure

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National Register Of Historic Places Nomination For The Hammock Shops Village In Pawleys Island, Sc And How A National Register Listing Will Contribute To The Sdgs, Katey Zimmerman

Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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Tidelands Health: Health Insurance Barriers, Noor Zalloum

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

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Litter Clean-Ups In Georgetown And The Sdgs, Cassandra Castleforte

Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

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Sustainable Rural Transportation Through The Lens Of The Waccamaw Regional Council Of Government’S 2040 Long Range Rural Transportation Plan, Conner Denny

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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The Preservation Of Gullah Geechee Culture In Georgetown, South Carolina, Jamesia St. Louis

Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

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Social Equity Is Key To Sustainable Ocean Governance, Katherine M. Crosman, Edward H. Allison, Yoshitaka Ota, Andrés M. Cisneros-Montemayor, Gerald G. Singh, Wilf Swartz, Megan Bailey, Kate M. Barclay, Grant Blume, Mathieu Colléter, Michael Fabinyi, Elaine M. Faustman, Russell Fielding

Anthropology and Geography

Calls to address social equity in ocean governance are expanding. Yet ‘equity’ is seldom clearly defined. Here we present a framework to support contextually-informed assessment of equity in ocean governance. Guiding questions include: (1) Where and (2) Why is equity being examined? (3) Equity for or amongst Whom? (4) What is being distributed? (5) When is equity considered? And (6) How do governance structures impact equity? The framework supports consistent operationalization of equity, challenges oversimplification, and allows evaluation of progress. It is a step toward securing the equitable ocean governance already reflected in national and international commitments.

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Whalers In “A Post-Whaling World”: Sustainable Conservation Of Marine Mammals And Sustainable Development Of Whaling Communities—With A Case Study From The Eastern Caribbean, Russell Fielding

Honors College Faculty Publications

The sustainable conservation of marine mammals depends not only upon considerations made for the marine mammals themselves. In many parts of the world, human societies have developed a deep reliance upon marine mammals as a food source. The sustainability and the equitable, sustainable development of these communities should be considered alongside efforts to conserve the marine mammals upon which people rely. As an example of the complexity inherent to simultaneous efforts on both fronts, this paper reviews and synthesizes two lines of research related to a small-scale whaling operation for odontocetes (dolphins and toothed whales) based in the Eastern Caribbean. …

The Role Small And Medium Enterprises’ In Sustainability Coastal Media Solutions Goal 8 Un Sdg, Bridgette Devlin

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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Sustainable Planning, Protecting Social, Economic, And Environmental Interests Of Coastal Communities, Daniel O'Hara

Undergraduate Research Competition

Understanding the connection between humans and wetland environments is imperative to coastal planning. This project looks to gather policy and scientific information from local, regional, federal, and international levels regarding wetland protection and preservation to improve policies and practices in coastal areas and create more sustainable and healthier environments. Sustainable planning in coastal communities includes connecting humans and nature through low-impact developments, using native plant species, non-impervious surfaces, and adequate buffers between developments and water sources. Successful coastal planning and development can help ensure that economic, social, and conservation interests are protected. Wetlands represent 5.5% of the total land area …

Empirical Analysis Of Sustainable Land Use And Development And Potential Solutions For Remediation In Georgetown County, Brittany Whitehead

Undergraduate Research Competition

The county of Georgetown, SC envelops lush natural landscapes and complex water systems that host a diverse network of plant and animal species. This region is continuously threatened by natural disasters like flooding and stormwater issues,which inhibit the local economy and jeopardize the well-being of its inhabitants. Within the last decade, Georgetown County has been experiencing a consistent growth in population and development, specifically in vulnerable coastal areas. This growth must be addressed in order to provide a safe and resilient place for the community and nature to live in harmony. Through a case study of my experience in a …

Georgetown County: The Issue Of Land Litter And Pollution, Nicole Rainwater

Undergraduate Research Competition

Land litter and pollution are a large issue in current society. Georgetown County in South Carolina is no exception to this with excess amounts of litter lining the streets due to a lack of municipal solid waste management, and possibly a lack of education in sustainability. Litter not only harms the environment but also affects the community and its people while driving businesses and tourists away from the location. This paper aims to explore the litter issue of Georgetown County and its lack of sustainability through a litter index. To achieve this study a heat map of the land pollution …

Tourism And Sustainability In The City Of Georgetown, Ya Zheng

Undergraduate Research Competition

I am working on improving and increasing tourism in the city of Georgetown. These plans that I will implement will relate to SDG goals. Works will include creating social media posts to attract tourists, promoting jobs to spread job opportunities, encouraging sustainable tourism through creative content, and much more.

Social, Environmental And Economic Threats To Gullah Cultural Heritage In Georgetown: Sustainable Development Principles As Tools For Cultural Conservation, Brandon Peck

Goal 4: Quality Education

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Remote Work And Sustainability Analysis Through Feddata Technology Solutions, Sandra Ataalla

Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities

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Fulfilling The Un Sustainable Development Goals In Georgetown, South Carolina: Economic Recovery In A Post-Covid World, Margaret Sheridan

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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Coastal Media Solutions: The Role Small And Medium Enterprises In Sustainability, Bridgette Devlin

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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Environmental Impact Of Cryptocurrencies, Sydney Sanker

Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy

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Sustaining Georgetown County, South Carolina: A Museum Approach, Jesse Morgan

Goal 4: Quality Education

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Tidelands Health Wellness Department: Sustainable Development Goals 3 And 4 In Georgetown County, Hailey Restuccia

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

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Tidelands Health Community Care Resources Relations To Sdg Goals 3, 10, And 11 Sustainability 310: Methods/ Tools In Sustainability, Diquasha Simmons

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

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A Small Business' Efforts To Support Mental Health, Leigha Schaefer-Ortega

Goal 3: Good Health and Well-Being

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Georgetown County Environmental Services Office 2022 Spring Litter Index United Nations Youth Corps Internship, Rainwater Nicole

Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

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Analysis Of Land Use And Development Related To Drainage Infrastructure In Georgetown, Brittany Whitehead

Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation

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Tourism In Georgetown City, Ya Zheg

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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Georgetown County Workforce Survey & Assessment, Dylan Campbell

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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An Overview Of Economic Development In Georgetown County, Takiah Anderson

Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth

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Reusable Bag Program, Bailie Willis

Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

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Sustainability At A Local Level In Georgetown County And The Impacts Of Reusable Bags, Bailie Willis

Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production

No abstract provided.