Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Improving Marine Protected Areas and Sustainable Fisheries Management in North Sulawesi, Indonesia, Phase II

Grantee Name: Perkumpulan Manengkel Solidaritas

Hotspot: Wallacea
Location: Indonesia
Amount: $70,132
Dates: Jul 2022 – Oct 2023
Keywords: Awareness, Community-based conservation, Fisheries, Habitat conservation and management, Marine

Support the creation of a marine protected area and improved management of the surrounding tuna fishery off the coast of Bitung City in North Sulawesi. Promote improved handling of fish catch to gain added value from a sustainably sourced product.

Strategic Direction : 4 Strengthen community-based action to protect marine species and sites