Hi! I’m Dr. Karlisa Callwood.
I’m an interdisciplinary fisheries researcher, informal science educator, and science communicator who loves engaging communities to understand their perspectives and attitudes towards the environment and facilitating conversations around how we make science more accessible.
As a marine ecologist, I use social science to gain a better understanding of the role that people play in the marine environment. My current work prioritizes giving fishers and other stakeholders a voice in marine conservation, enhancing awareness about the condition of our oceans, promoting conservation and sustainability through enhanced community engagement, and educating the next generation of marine scientists from underrepresented communities.
Education
2016
University of Miami, Abess Center
Ph.D., Ecosystem Science and Policy
2010
Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science (RSMAS) - University of Miami
M.S., Marine Affairs and Policy
2003
University of Miami
B.S. Marine Science; B.S. Biology; minor in Chemistry
Work Experience
Current:
Director, Conservation Education & Action in Communities
Perry Institute for Marine Science
Past:
Vice President, Science Engagement & Outreach
Pacific Science Center
Program Director
Port Townsend Marine Science Center
Director, Program and Content Development
Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science (formerly Miami Science Museum)
Leadership
Vice President
Black Women in Ecology, Evolution, and Marine Science
Board Member
Science Communication Trainers Network
Steering Committee Member
Museums & Race
Board Member
The Field School Foundation/Blue Backyard
Volunteer Network Leader, Miami
Outdoor Afro