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Three leaders of World Forum of Fisher Peoples – WFFP WFFP attended a training program at Sao Paolo, Brazil which was facilitated in collaboration with LVC, WMW, FoEI, FIAN International, TNI, WH, GI, and WFFP.
The program focused attention on Human Rights Violations and the challenges faced by Human Rights Defenders all over the world. The killings, disappearances, forced abductions, Smear campaigns, arrests, detentions, and much more harassment experienced by HRDs and the need for a collective effort to face the challenges.
Josana Pinto of MPP Brazil and the Continental representative of Caribbean and Latin America was among the speakers at the program and said, “We are SSF in the world need more attention from our Comrades as we are the most vulnerable communities among other food producers in the world.”

The General Secretary of the World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP) Address the the 2nd SSF Summit in Rome.

Rome, June 7, 2024 – At the 2nd SSF (Small-Scale Fisheries) Summit, the General Secretary of the World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP), Mr. Herman Kumara, delivered a compelling presentation emphasizing the positions of the International Planning Committee for Food Sovereignty (IPC). The summit, held in Rome, gathered stakeholders from across the globe to discuss the future of small-scale fisheries. ...

2nd SSF Summit 2024 Kicks Off at FAO Headquarters in Rome

On Friday, July 5, 2024, the 2nd SSF Summit 2024 commenced at the FAO Headquarters in Rome, bringing together up to 300 participants. These include representatives from small-scale fisheries (SSF) organizations and movements, intergovernmental organizations, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and government bodies. This year’s theme celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries in the Context ...

Movements for Small-scale fisheries prepare for the COFI36 in Rome

Movements for Small-scale fisheries prepare for the COFI36 in Rome   ...

Addressing Social Problems in Fishing-Dependent Communities to Align with the UN SDGs

The UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) principle of “leaving no one behind” focuses global attention on the poorest and most vulnerable people. As different sectors grapple to engage meaningfully with this principle, we posit that greater consideration of social problems in fishing-dependent communities, such as alcoholism and domestic violence, presents an opportunity for fishery governors to contribute to the SDGs ...

Ravadee Prasertcharoensuk, Director of Sustainable Development Foundation in Thailand, Highlights the Crucial Importance of GA8

Olencio Simoes of NFF (National Fishworkers’ Forum) in India Highlights the Crucial Role of the GA8

Asia-Pacific Regional Consultation for the 3rd Nyéléni Global Forum: Advocating for Food Sovereignty

The Asia-Pacific Regional Consultation for the 3rd Nyéléni Global Forum is currently taking place in Negombo, Sri Lanka, from June 9th to 12th, 2024. This significant event is being facilitated by NAFSO Sri Lanka and the Movement for National Land and Agriculture Reforms (MONLAR). It aims to bring together diverse voices from the region to discuss and advocate for food ...

International Women’s Day, Voices of Worried Women Fishermen, Threatened by Climate Crisis and Social Status in Indonesia

Read more.. Hari Perempuan Internasional, Suara Keresahan Perempuan Nelayan, Diancam Krisis Iklim dan Stigma Status Sosial   ...

The General Secretary of the World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP):Herman Kumara Addresses the Peasants Assembly at WSF in Nepal

Herman Kumara, National Convener of NAFSO Sri Lanka, General Secretary, World Forum of Fisher Peoples – WFFP is addressing the Peasants Assembly at WSF at Nepal on 17th February, 2024 which was organized by South Asian Peasant Coalition, Asia Europe Peoples Forum, All Nepal Peasants Federation and Nepal Peasants Coalition. There were several South Asian Peasants, Fishers, Forests and Pastoralist ...

UAWC AND ALLIES ISSUE APPEAL TO DECLARE GAZA A FAMINE-STRICKEN AREA

https://viacampesina.org/en/uawc-and-allies-issue-appeal-to-declare-gaza-a-famine-stricken-area/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR1Fb85sjZ8LjUGsWrBD1GEbHeD1Pcb1uL5wmtAWCbvPnjw-GUIX0nvSLp0_aem_AYS0DVL-fwEQXtlzII3z3qdgFyM396UB_DSPxt4rReUtyjFEGVOTfnuCv_UT9ZDkQ_FI0idELABmfNnpMto-npgR ...