*“Our struggle is for life, for territory, and for dignity.” — Josana Pinto*
Born in the heart of the Amazon, *Josana Pinto* has spent her life defending the waters that sustain her people. Leading the *Movimento de Pescadores e Pescadoras Artesanais do Brasil (MPP)*, Josana’s story is one of courage, leadership, and solidarity.
As a fisherwoman, organiser, and national coordinator of MPP — and as a proud member of the *World Forum of Fisher Peoples (WFFP)* — Josana continues to champion gender justice, climate resilience, and the rights of artisanal fishers across Brazil and the world.
This Week 1 of *#5WeeksCampaign (#5WC)* celebrates women leaders like Josana 🌍🎣
👉🏽 Read her inspiring story compiled by Maira Netto.
📅 5–11 November | *Theme: Gender Rights and Freedom from Violence*
📢 Join us in amplifying the voices of fisherwomen everywhere.
#WFFP #WomenOfTheWaves #FisherWomenRise #5WeeksOneMovement #GenderJustice #FisherPeoplesRights #ProtectWatersProtectLife #ArtisanalFishers #ClimateJustice #FisherWomenUnite #InternationalFisherWomensDay #WFFPIFWD #CoastalJustice #FoodSovereignty #OceanWarriors #5WC #Nov5toDec10