Women and the Changing Tide: Addressing inequities in small-scale fisheries and aquaculture
| Saturday, December 9, 2023 |
| 9:00 - 10:00 |
Theme
Oceans and Coasts
Details
The ocean economy presents opportunities for developing nations to build innovative, equitable, and sustainable economies. However, women's contributions in this sector are often undervalued and overlooked. Sustainable aquaculture, set to double in value and volume, demands gender-responsive policies. As countries align with the Paris Agreement, recognizing and supporting women's untapped potential becomes paramount, underpinned by their rights. Inclusion in decision-making and policy development is essential for gender equality and women's rights, paving the way for a more inclusive, equitable and sustainable ocean economy, enhanced food security, and progress toward broader development objectives.
Hosted by:
iDE (International Development Enterprises)
CARE International
Stockholm Resilience Center
Stanford Center for Ocean Solutions
Speaker
Shakuntala Haraksingh Thilsted
Director
CGIAR Nutrition Impact Platform
Kazi Jawoad Hossain
Climate, Resilience And Agriculture Manager
iDE
Ledama Masidza
Head of Partnerships & Program Development
Oceans Alive Trust
Julia Pembe Mountsoueke
Network of Women Fish Breeders and Processors of Fishery Products in Republic of the Congo (RFEMTC)
Suzanne Njeri
President
Association Of Women In Fisheries Blue Economy Kenya
Corey O'hara
Chief Of Party, Rcc
iDE
Vatosoa Rakotondrazafy
Regional Coastal and Ocean Governance Manager
IUCN
Mele Tauat
Small-Scale Fisheries Officer
FAO
Essam Yassin Mohammed
Director General
WorldFish
