Sanctuary Advisory Council Recruitment

Our most recent application period closed in Fall 2023, and we are not currently accepting applications. Please check back for updates on our next recruitment announcement. Mahalo for your interest in serving on the Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale Sanctuary Advisory Council!

The council provides an invaluable service as subject-matter experts, advisors on sanctuary management decisions, and representatives of the broader community. It operates under a charter and follows the SAC Handbook, developed by the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, which guides the work of all sanctuary advisory councils.

Additional information about sanctuary advisory councils, as well as links to council charters and the National Advisory Council Handbook, can be found on the NOAA Office of National Marine Sanctuaries website.