Calusa Waterkeeper will host the Save Our Water: Protect our Health, Economy & Future luncheon from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on March 27 at Broadway Palm Dinner Theater.

“Speakers and panelists will raise awareness about the critical state of our local waters and provide a platform that will arm the community with actionable steps to make a difference. With the critical need to protect and restore our water resources, as well as safeguard the health of our community and the economy, this is a must-attend event,” organizers said in a release announcing the event.

Keynote speaker, Calusa Waterkeeper Emeritus John Cassani, will talk about the past and present water quality in the Caloosahatchee and Charlotte Harbor watersheds and how these changes affect our ecosystems, economy and even our health.

Leading experts will take part in a panel discussion to discuss policy, pollution, and solutions.

Panelists include South Florida Water Management Board Chairman Chauncey Goss, FGCU Water School Professor Michael Parsons (Ph.D.), Kissimmee Waterkeeper John Capece (Ph.D.), and Environmental Attorney Ralf Brookes. Fox 4 Meteorologist Andrew Shipley will serve as emcee and The Fort Myers News-Press journalist Amy Bennett Williams will serve as panel moderator.

“Polluted water is directly linked to a range of serious health issues, including waterborne diseases, higher healthcare costs, and long-term public health challenges. From our drinking water to the safety of the seafood we consume, the health risks associated with poor water quality affect every part of our daily lives, including our economy. To address these challenges, stronger policies and actions are required. Calusa Waterkeeper is committed to advocating for sustainable water management practices and ensuring clean, accessible water for all. We believe that effective change can only occur when we come together as a community and advocate for stronger protections for our waters.” the release states.

All funds raised will be put to work to restore and protect our waters, “ensuring that future generations can continue to enjoy the beauty and natural resources that make Southwest Florida so special.”

Save Our Water: Protect our Health, Economy & Future is sponsored in part by The Community Foundation, Above Board Chamber of Florida, Southwest Florida Christain Chamber, Fort Myers Beach Chamber, and The News-Press.

Admission is $50 includes lunch, networking, keynote speaker, and panel discussion

Broadway Palm Dinner Theater is at 1380 Colonial Blvd, Fort Myers.

To RSVP or become a sponsor visit calusawaterkeeper.org/ourwater.