The International Shellfish Restoration Society supports the global shellfish restoration community through collaboration, innovation, and knowledge exchange.
The International Shellfish Restoration Society (ISRS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization established in 2024 to support the global shellfish restoration community. We emerged from the International Conference on Shellfish Restoration (ICSR), which has convened the restoration community since 1996.
"To build community, facilitate communication, and promote innovation within the shellfish restoration community worldwide."
"A future where healthy shellfish ecosystems support resilient coasts, thriving marine life, and sustainable communities across the globe."
ISRS operates guided by six foundational principles that shape our work and community:
We organize the biennial International Conference on Shellfish Restoration, bringing together 300+ participants from 20+ countries to share research, best practices, and innovations.
We connect restoration practitioners worldwide through year-round communication channels, working groups, and knowledge-sharing platforms.
We collaborate with regional restoration networks across North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and beyond to advance local initiatives.
We facilitate the sharing of restoration techniques, research findings, and lessons learned across the global community.
We bring together researchers, managers, conservationists, Indigenous groups, industry partners, and policymakers in collaborative dialogue.
We support the development and dissemination of new restoration approaches, technologies, and management strategies.
ISRS brings together a diverse global community dedicated to shellfish restoration:
Advancing restoration science and monitoring
Implementing on-the-ground projects
Managing shellfish populations and habitats
Protecting coastal ecosystems
Stewarding traditional shellfish resources
Promoting sustainable aquaculture
Developing restoration-friendly policies
Training the next generation
ISRS collaborates with leading organizations to amplify our impact:
Partnership focused on advancing oyster restoration across North America through shared resources, knowledge exchange, and coordinated initiatives.
Collaboration to connect restoration practitioners across Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific region, sharing innovations in shellfish and coastal restoration.
Interested in joining our community or learning more about ISRS?
Email: info@shellfish-society.org
Tax ID (EIN): 39-2829151