The Urban Conservancy has announced its 2023 Urban Heroes honorees, three individuals who have been instrumental in shaping our vision for a vibrant and resilient New Orleans. 

“We've been honoring our Urban Heroes since 2011. They are people who lead with their hearts and inspire others to do the same,” says Dana Eness, Urban Conservancy's executive director. “Our honorees this year are revolutionizing environmental stewardship in groundbreaking ways that intersect with the Urban Conservancy’s core values of  action, equity and sustainability. We are thrilled to celebrate these passionate New Orleanians and elevate their important work through this event.”

The Urban Conservancy proudly recognizes this year’s Urban Heroes: 

Dinah Maygarden, Director, UNO - Pontchartrain Institute for Environmental Sciences Coastal Education Program

Karen Marshall, Director of Professional Development, STEM Library Lab; Science Curriculum Coordinator and Director of Field Experiences, Krewe of Red Beans; Assistant Marine Educator, LUMCON

Sage Michael Pellet, Climate Justice Organizer, Healthy Gulf

Please join us for our Urban Heroes Luncheon! Tickets are available here.

Date: Friday, October 6th

Time:11:30AM – 1:30PM

Location: Walnut Room, Lakefront Airport 6001 Stars and Stripes Blvd | New Orleans LA 70126