Indigenous Assembly GA8 Brasilia, November 14, 2024 At the World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP) GA8, a significant gathering took place that highlighted the central role of Indigenous voices in shaping the future of fisheries and policy. The Indigenous Peoples Assembly, facilitated by EstefanĂa Narváez and led by presenters Christiana Saiti Louwa and Sherry Pictou, was an important platform for collaboration, ...
The Women’s Assembly of the WFFP kicked off on November 14, 2024, in Brazil, marking the beginning of an important day of reflection, solidarity, and action. This session brought together fisherwomen from around the world to share their experiences, reflect on the challenges they face, and work toward solutions that would strengthen their roles as leaders in the fight for the ...
The 8th General Assembly of the WFFP officially commenced on November 14, 2024, in Brazil, marking the beginning of a week-long gathering that unites members from across the globe to discuss and address critical issues facing ocean, water, and fisher peoples. This year’s assembly, running through November 21, includes a diverse range of activities and sessions designed to foster solidarity, ...
On October 18, 2024, the World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP) and Coastal Action Network (CAN) hosted a pivotal webinar titled “Re-imagining Fisher Peoples’ Identities: Political Challenges and Path Forward.” This event brought together global leaders and activists to address the evolving identities of fisher peoples and the significant political and economic challenges they face in a rapidly changing world. ...
Jakarta, Indonesia – November 12, 2024 During two periods of Joko Widodo as president of Indonesia, ocean grabbing case have been increasing under a large umbrella called the Blue Economy. Through the Blue Economy scheme, Indonesia is trying to encourage economic growth, development, conservation and sustainability of natural resources. The ocean grabbing occurs through expansion many projects of conservation areas; ...
China, Vietnam, and Global Family Farming Experts Unite at FAO Headquarters for Public Policy Innovation Rome, Italy – October 15, 2024 On October 15, the FAO headquarters in Rome hosted a landmark event focused on Public Policy Innovation for Family Farming, gathering experts, policymakers, and advocates from China, Vietnam, and other regions. Organized by the FAO’s Rural Radio Program, this ...
Rome, Italy – October 16, 2024 The much-anticipated Global Family Farming Forum officially commenced today at the FAO headquarters in Rome, bringing together delegates, activists, and organizations from around the world to celebrate and reflect on the United Nations Decade of Family Farming (UNDFF). The event, lasting until October 18, marks a significant milestone in the journey to advance family ...
Thiruvananthapuram, India – The first-ever India Fisherwomen Assembly (IFA) 2024 is set to take place in Thiruvananthapuram on November 5th and 6th, 2024, marking a milestone for fisherwomen across India. The assembly will be hosted at the historic Fr. Thomas Kocherry Centre and Cheru Resmi Centre in Valiathura, a former home of the World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP), the ...
We are thrilled to announce and warmly invite you to the inaugural India Fisherwomen Assembly (IFA) 2024, to be held in Thiruvananthapuram, India on the 5th and 6th of November 2024. This historic gathering will take place at the Fr. Thomas Kocherry Centre and the Cheru Resmi Centre in Valiathura, a location of profound significance to the fisher movement. For ...
As part of the lead-up to the 8th General Assembly of the World Forum of Fisher People (WFFP) in Brazil this November, the second webinar in the global series took place, focusing on the Asia-Pacific region. Organized by WFFP in collaboration with the Coastal Action Network (CAN), the webinar brought together fisher representatives, researchers, and activists to discuss the urgent ...