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By Mia Johnson
Chieftess and Head-of-State of the Gullah/Geechee Nation appointed to Governor’s Conservation Commission
Mia Johnson
Mia Johnson
Bureau Chief · Savannah, GA
Mia Johnson is a seasoned journalist with over 15 years of experience, having served as a political reporter for The Savannah Morning News and NPR’s local affiliate. She holds a Master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Georgia and is an expert in local government affairs and civic engagement. Mia is passionate about fostering transparency and accountability in Savannah’s political landscape.
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ST. HELENA ISLAND, Sc. (WTOC) - Queen Quet, Chieftess and Head-of-State of the Gullah/Geechee Nation and Founder of the Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition, has been appointed by South Carolina Governor Henry D. McMaster to the newly established Governor’s Conservation Commission.“The appointment recognizes the importance of bringing diverse conservation perspectives, including those rooted in generations of ancestral land stewardship and cultural continuation, into discussions concerning the future of South Carolina’s natural and cultural resources,” the Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition wrote.On Thursday, Gov. Henry McMaster issued Executive Order 2026-24 establishing the Governor’s Conservation Commission to strengthen collaboration on preserving South Carolina’s natural resources, wildlife, historic sites, and cultural heritage.The Gullah/Geechee Sea Island Coalition wrote that Queen Quet has been the leading advocate for protecting the Gullah/Geechee nation for three decades. “T
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