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At Future of Fish Chile, we believe that artisanal fishing can be a source of prosperity and conservation for the country’s coastal communities. Our commitment is to support artisanal fishers so their products not only reach the market but do so with the fair value they deserve, all within a sustainable framework. We aim to build a world where fishing communities are resilient guardians of marine ecosystems, capable of thriving while protecting the sea that sustains them. Through an interdisciplinary approach and the power…

Healthy oceans and thriving communities are deeply interconnected. Recognizing this, the Future of Fish team in Peru employs a dual approach to sustainable seafood, focusing on community development and sustainable business practices. In early 2021, we began our journey in La Islilla, a small scale fishing community in Northern Peru, with limited knowledge about its residents, especially the women. Traditionally, artisanal fishing communities are male-dominated, with men primarily responsible for fishing activities and income. Women, on the other hand, are often tasked with household…

Oikocredit worked with the international NGO Future of Fish to assess a potential social enterprise partner in Guatemala, Coastal Catch, regarding its fishing practices and controls. The outcome was positive, and Oikocredit has made a five-year loan to Coastal Catch. This article was originally published on Oikocredit's website. Along Guatemala's Pacific coast stretches a 254 km long expanse of dunes and sandy beaches, bordered by mangrove-lined lagoons. These ecosystems play a crucial role in providing vital environmental services such as serving as breeding grounds…

  La Buena Pesca is a call to action for all stakeholders in the domestic artisanal fishing value chain to commit to working collaboratively, adopting, and voluntarily implementing a shared standard of responsible fishing and consumption. By implementing these practices, we will reduce illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. Chefs and artisanal fishers are the protagonists of this collaborative. Two partners participated in T'impuy 2024, sharing their experiences and responsible practices for preserving marine resources. Lima, Peru — In the unique and unprecedented event…

Updated July 11, 2024 Future of Fish and partners are excited to announce the Artisanal Fisher Development Fund (the Fund), a pilot loan guarantee fund to facilitate access to credit to support formalization, sustainable practices and financial inclusion amongst Peru´s artisanal fishing sector .  The Fund aims to facilitate access to credit for working capital loans through aggregated purchase programs of Coops for inputs such as gas, ice, oil, and other fishing essentials the savings of which will be passed on to fisher members…

Updated July 11, 2024 Future of Fish is excited to announce the Artisanal Fisher Development Fund (the Fund), a pilot loan guarantee fund to facilitate access to credit to support formalization, sustainable practices and financial inclusion amongst Peru´s artisanal fishing sector . The informal economy in Peru is estimated to make up more than 40% of the country’s GDP and its presence is widespread amongst artisanal fisheries. As in many communities dependent on wild capture fisheries, this lack of formality prevents most fishers, vessel…

Originally published in Spanish. We congratulate Maido on this prestigious achievement and applaud their efforts to integrate sustainable practices into their business model. Their example is a beacon of inspiration for the Peruvian gastronomic industry and a demonstration of how collaboration between artisanal fishers and chefs can lead to a more sustainable and fair future for all. La Buena Pesca is an initiative that promotes responsible fishing and consumption in the domestic seafood market in Peru, involving all stakeholders in the artisanal fishing value…

Healthy ocean ecosystems are the foundation of healthy coastal communities and functioning global food systems. But sustainable fisheries cannot be achieved with environmental actions alone. It must include and begin with building a foundation for healthy and empowered coastal communities that have secure livelihoods, thriving businesses, and the capacity to effectively manage the ocean resources coastal communities depend upon. In places like La Islilla, Peru, it is clear that having access to clean drinking water, proper sanitation facilities, and promoting good hygiene practices are…

Future of Fish recently partnered with the Mesoamerican Reef Fund (MAR Fund) to update business models and suggest investment strategies for the Belizean seaweed industry. Our team connected with the team at MAR Fund to discuss the project a little more, and understand how the organizations work supports each other's mission. MAR Fund Question — MAR Fund’s mission is to drive regional funding and partnerships for the conservation, restoration, and sustainable use of the Mesoamerican Reef (MAR). Tell us about your focus in Belize.…

Fisheries are a crucial part of our global food system, providing sustenance and livelihoods for millions of people worldwide. However, many fisheries face significant challenges, including overfishing, habitat degradation, and the need for effective management practices. In an effort to address these issues, Fisheries Improvement Projects (FIPs) have gained prominence as a mechanism for promoting sustainable fishing practices, with a social responsibility assessment tool recently added to the framework. Future of Fish’s recent report, "Advancing Finance for FIPs," sheds light on the financial aspects…

Article originally published in Spanish. A subtle yet persistent sensation follows me aboard Pato's boat, a fisherman, great cook, and faithful representative of the "republic of good humor." I'm also in the company of the great Titín, whom I met a few months earlier. Today, he is a crew member onboard, accompanying in the fishing task. We are in Puerto Gala, in Aysén, a locality where we share a few days of work with colleagues. We work in fishing activities, in oceans, in addressing…

By Jenni Ahern, Program Director, Future of Fish Peru You may hear the terms "participatory development”, “co-design” or “co-create” a lot these days as Community and International Development theory continues to evolve. This theory evolves and adapts to human beings and community identified needs, where the most crucial piece of participatory community development is trust building. Trust in process and in people, are the two necessary ingredients for success. We know that healthy oceans and healthy communities go hand in hand. Future of Fish…