This document presents nine case studies demonstrating global, replicable efforts to develop sustainable small-scale fisheries (SSF) value chains and improve post-harvest operations and trade. This is achieved by building capacity of individuals, strengthening organizations and empowering women; reducing post-harvest losses and adding value to SSF production; and facilitating sustainable trade and equitable market access.
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Thoughts from Chatham House’s 12th International IUU Fishing Forum
Despite the current pandemic having far-reaching impacts on in-person meetings and industry conferences, as seen from Chatham House’s 12th International IUU Fishing Forum last month, one message was clear: the show must go on.
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Tokyo Sustainable Seafood Symposium (Virtual)
The Tokyo Sustainable Seafood Symposium is the annual flagship event of the Japan’s sustainable seafood movement. Since the inception of the symposium in 2015, Japan has witnessed a significant increase in business engagement on the topic of sustainable and responsible seafood procurement. The TSSS2020 will bring business experts and leading professionals from the seafood industry,…
United Nations – Keeping the Momentum for Ocean Action: Local and Regional Governments
In light of the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and as per the General Assembly decision 74/548 of 13 April 2020, the 2020 United Nations Ocean Conference has been postponed. Join UN DESA, United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), the Global Taskforce of Local and Regional Governments and the United Nations Non-Governmental Liaison Service (UN-NGLS) for…
UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP 26
Building on the growing role of the ocean in the UNFCCC discussions and the first “Blue COP” in 2019, there will be significant attention to the ocean aspects of climate change at the 26th Conference of Parties. This will include carbon emissions from shipping, ocean acidification, sea level rise (SLR), adaptation and resiliency in the…
IUCN World Conservation Congress
The IUCN World Conservation Congress is where the world comes together to set priorities and drive conservation and sustainable development action. IUCN’s 1300+ government, civil society and indigenous peoples’ Member organisations vote on major issues, action which guides humanity’s relationship with our planet for the decades ahead. IUCN’s unique and inclusive membership gives the Congress…
TX Tomorrow Explored Oy
Tracey, a traceability and trade data companion, incentivizes fishers to capture catch and trade data into a blockchain-enabled application. By utilizing direct and indirect methods of data monetization, the app gives fishers access to institutional microfinance in return for verifiable trade data; and enables data buyers, such as retailers and final buyers, to directly “tip”…
Virtual Ocean Dialogues
The Virtual Ocean Dialogues can play a pivotal role in maintaining the focus and momentum of ocean action, in light of the necessary postponement of the UN Ocean Conference. A healthy ocean is key to ensuring a strong global recovery. The ocean provides every second breath we take, bolsters food and job security, and is…