Sciences Po Environmental Master Student with a passion for sustainability and climate change adaptation
Coastal communities' resilience depends on their conservation efforts, overcoming oppression, and influencing decision-makers. An excellent article by Katherine Arroyo-Arce that highlights the reality of Costa Rican coastal areas and the importance of an integral view of adaptation. #CostaRica #coastalcommunities #CostalDevelopment
Environmental Law, Ocean Governace, Access Rights & Sustainable Development | Executive Director at Fundación MarViva |
#LatinAmerica #MarineConservation #CoastalDevelopment I had the wonderful opportunity of writing an article for seavoice. and share some perspectives on the role of marine conservation NGOs in coastal communities based on my recent experience in El Golfo de Nicoya, Costa Rica. I've had the privilege of being engaged with coastal conservation projects for almost half my life (😱) and I can assure that social progress, sustainable development and marine conservation depend to a large extent on empowered communities effectively participating in and influencing decision making. Working without recognizing and addressing the systemic oppression faced by many coastal communities detracts from the goals of NGO projects, so there is no substantial impact on people's quality of life, nor there is guarantee that marine ecosystems and resources will be improved. Thanks, Annie Edwards, and the Seavoice team for providing space to address different aspects of our relationship with the ocean 🌊 https://lnkd.in/e8eKGzzk
Environmental Law, Ocean Governace, Access Rights & Sustainable Development | Executive Director at Fundación MarViva |
8moThanks for sharing, Moni! All the best in this new year!!