Adaptation: A way of life in Derawan

In East Kalimantan, Indonesia, it doesn’t take a village to restore marine ecosystems; rather it takes an archipelago. Faced with a history of destructive fishing, the communities of Derawan Islands took it upon themselves to work together – across different groups – to restore coral reefs in Derawan, all for a better future.

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Tasamu Rawanang: A traditional approach to community-based fisheries practiced by the Indigenous Asai

Noticing changes in the volume of their fish catches, duration of fishing, and need to travel ever-increasing distances to be able to fish, the community of Kampung Asai in Papua drew upon traditional knowledge to better manage their marine resources. After learning about the success of sasi (or: ‘prohibition’) from the community in Menarbu – […]

Scaling impact with coral restoration: replicating through partnerships and simple technology

Tun Mustapha Park, also known as the largest multiple-use Marine Protected Area in Malaysia, measures almost 900,000 hectares with remarkably high biodiversity, harbouring coral reefs, mangroves, sea grasses and productive fishing grounds. This case study highlights the pilot ecosystem restoration efforts through partnership, replicable technologies transfer and learning. The restoration efforts also emphasised on nature-based solutions over man-made solutions in the management for Marine Protected Areas.

Co-designing with coastal communities: values based approach to mangrove restoration in Balabac Island, Palawan

The Molbog indigenous communities on the island of Balabac, Southern Palawan, Philippines have an oral tradition that they pass from generation to generation. They have a spiritual belief deeply intertwined with their land and nature, and the unseen spirits that reside within, who possess immense wisdom and power to guide and bless the Molbogs with abundance and protection.

Putting back today to catch more tomorrow

In a small-scale scampi fishery, scientific research is supporting sustainable practices was a smart investment in the future of Croatia’s most iconic seafood.

Portraits of Change: Chile | Zoila Bustamante

Small-scale fisheries and aquaculture are key to food security, livelihoods and a sustainable oceans future. These are their stories of resilience in the face of climate change and a changing ocean.

Ocean Witness Selim Dablo, Pakistan

“If you give nature space, it starts to heal itself and take care of us again.”

Ocean Witness Jack Sagumai, Papua New Guinea

“People talk about leaving a better planet for our children, but we need to leave better informed children for our planet.”

Portraits of Change: Malaysia | Roziah Jalalid

Small-scale fisheries and aquaculture are key to food security, livelihoods and a sustainable oceans future. These are their stories of resilience in the face of climate change and a changing ocean.

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