Last Stand of the Florida Keys Announces Annual Meeting Featuring Dr. Jennifer Rehage

Key West, FL. January 31st, 2025. Last Stand of the Florida Keys invites the public and its members to attend their Annual Meeting on Thursday, March 27, at 5:30 PM at Williams Hall in Key West. This year’s meeting will feature a keynote presentation by Dr. Jennifer Rehage, a renowned coastal ecologist and professor at the Institute of the Environment at Florida International University.

Dr. Rehage’s research focuses on the critical connections between water management, water quality, climate, and Florida’s fisheries. She works closely with anglers and fishing guides to understand ecological changes and recently has been investigating the presence of pharmaceuticals in Florida’s fisheries, a growing concern for wastewater management, public health, and the health of Florida’s seagrass ecosystems.

Dr. Rehage will share her expertise on the interconnected nature of the Florida Keys’ ecosystem, highlighting how our actions—including increased development—create far-reaching impacts. She will also explore practical solutions available today to safeguard our unique environment and preserve our way of life for future generations.

The Last Stand Annual Meeting is free and open to the public. Attendees will learn about the organization’s ongoing advocacy efforts to protect the natural environment of the Florida Keys and hear updates on key quality of life and environmental issues affecting the region.

For more information about Last Stand and the annual meeting, visit www.keyslaststand.org.

About Last Stand of the Florida Keys

Last Stand is a nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and sustaining the natural environment, community, and quality of life in the Florida Keys. Through advocacy, education, and public engagement, Last Stand works to ensure that the region’s unique ecosystems and resources are preserved for future generations.

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