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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · 19d

At the Otranto Journalism Festival, @wwfmediterranean.bsky.social spotlighted the need to drive for #climate dialogues that listens to the voices of and supports underrepresented groups, exploring the intersection between climate justice and sustainable #fisheries. 🌊🐟🌍 shorturl.at/0Cw3U

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WWF Mediterranean @wwfmediterranean.bsky.social · 29d

Coastal communities in the #Mediterranean face challenges but hold the keys to #resilience. In #Salento, #WWFMediterranean links marine protection, sustainable fishing & inclusion. 🌊💙

Read more: www.mondoemediterraneo.eu/with-wwf-med...

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · 21d

@wwf-australia.bsky.social #WWFPacific

Find out more 👉 www.melanesianoceanreserve.org/sovereignty-...

Sovereignty in Action

Melanesian Ocean Reserve: The First Indigenous-led, Multi-National Ocean Reserve on Earth.

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · 21d

A major milestone in #Indigenous-led conservation: the Melanesian Ocean Reserve, the world’s largest multinational marine reserve, was announced at the #Pacific Islands Forum last week🌊

It protects the ancestral waters of Vanuatu, Solomon Islands & PNG, led by communities who call them home. 🌺🌏

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Aug 8

Have you connected with us on #LinkedIn?

Follow our efforts to accelerate and scale the implementation of effective, community-led #conservation approaches worldwide.

Together, we can pave the way for empowered and resilient #CoastalCommunities🤝

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jul 24

In a major signal of hope for communities across the world who are most vulnerable to #ClimateChange - including #CoastalCommunities - the International Court of Justice has clarified the duties of countries to protect the earth's #climate system, protecting both people and nature 🤝

WWF Climate and Energy @climatewwf.bsky.social · Jul 23

Today, the International Court of Justice issued a landmark advisory opinion regarding the obligations of states on climate change, providing a sign of hope for vulnerable populations and the planet's ecosystems and species, says
WWF's @manupulgarvidal.bsky.social
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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jul 23

Hear from our Initiative Lead @mariahonig.bsky.social talking about #WWF's approach to working with #CoastalCommunities, the impact that the dedicated teams who contribute to the Coastal Communities Initiative have on the ground, and the optimism we have for the future 🙏

Coastal Communities Initiative x Climate Acceptance Studios

YouTube video by WWF Coastal Communities Initiative

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jul 21

A 3 day learning exchange supported by WWF-Malaysia & WWF-Coral Triangle saw 50+ participants from #CoastalCommunities, local authorities & conservation orgs in the Sulu #Sulawesi Seascape come together to share knowledge on restoring & conserving #marine ecosystems via Nature-based Solutions! 🌊 🌱

Joint Media Release - Transboundary Learning Strengthens Coastal Community Resilience

Participants in turtle hatchery at Sipadan Island Park © Justice Khor / WWF-Malaysia 25 February 2025, Semporna: Sabah Parks in partnership with WWF-Malaysia, supported by the Semporna District Offi

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jul 14

Dive into our latest newsletter for news and updates from across the CCI Network, including 👇

📚Transboundary learning in Sulu Sulawesi seascape
🌱Reviving ecosystems in Southern Apulia Landscape
💪Scaling deep in support of women & girls
📢Spotlighting the right to a healthy ocean at #UNOC3

🌊 Coastal Communities Initiative Newsletter | Edition 4

The WWF CCI worked alongside Global Ocean Lead Scientist Nathan Bennett to spotlight the need to protect the fundamental human right to a healthy ocean at UNOC. Through a dedicated “Human Rights and…

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jul 8

“We're talking about an #ocean that supports the food security, supports the livelihoods, supports the cultural identity of coastal communities, so when this ocean is degraded [...] this directly affects the rights of #SSFs” Divon Mwamba of #SWIOTUNA speaking at #UNOC3 👏👏

Reporting from #UNOC3: Ocean Defenders 🌊 | SeaVoice

Reporting from #UNOC3: Ocean Defenders 🌊 Human rights and ocean health are interconnected. We speak with Divon Mwamba about his work as the Program Lead Officer at the South West Indian Ocean Tuna Fo...

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 19

The Northern Mozambique Channel Region is recognised as a @UNEP World Restoration Flagship🏆

Supported by @WWF SWIO, improved #fisheries management, and #mangrove & #reef restoration are working to revive 4.85m hectares & uplift #community wellbeing 🎉 tinyurl.com/25664fdc

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WWF Ocean @wwf-ocean.bsky.social · Jun 11

🌱 WWF's work in SWIO region is a UNEP World Restoration Flagship!
"Biodiversity protection, climate action, and economic development are deeply connected. To deliver our restoration goals, our ambition must be as big as the ocean we must protect.” #GenerationRestoration
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Trailer: RESTORE the Indian Ocean’s Seedbed

YouTube video by UN Environment Programme

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WWF Ocean @wwf-ocean.bsky.social · Jun 13

From new MPAs to progress on the #HighSeasTreaty, #UNOC3 delivered vital momentum for ocean conservation. But unless we tackle the #climatecrisis, marine ecosystems will continue to unravel. The ocean is sending distress signals—we must act before they are irreversible.
wwf.panda.org/discover/oce...

UN Ocean Conference puts ‘wind in the sails’ of ocean action

As the third UN Ocean Conference draws to a close, WWF is encouraged by the commitments made in a number of areas, but warns that the measure of success will be in delivery

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 17

The Northern Mozambique Channel Region is recognised as a
#UN World Restoration Flagship 🏆

Supported by WWF SWIO, the region is being restored via improved #fisheries management, and #mangrove & #reef restoration, reviving 4.85 mil hectares & uplifting #community wellbeing 🎉 tinyurl.com/25664fdc

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WWF Media Team @media.panda.org · Jun 13

#UNOC3 has put the wind in the sails that ocean action needs, says WWF, hailing progress on ratifying the High Seas Treaty, WTO Fisheries Subsidies Deal, support for a deep-sea mining moratorium, more marine protected areas and a Plastics Treaty. Read more now: wwf.panda.org/wwf_news/pre...

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 13

Catch @mariahonig.bsky.social exploring the pressing challenges & pressures involved in coastal management, sharing insight on ways to support local leadership to drive lasting #CoastalCommunity resilience at the State of the Coastal Systems event today! 🌊👇 tinyurl.com/zn5huw6m

#UNOC3

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 12

“Economic development does not negate #HumanRights”
Matai Zamuël, #WWF Guianas Youth Ambassador & #OceanDefender 🌊

Collaborative, strategic action is needed to support #CoastalCommunities & uphold their right to a clean, healthy & sustainable ocean in the face of a growing #ocean economy 📣

#UNOC3

Reporting from #UNOC3: Ocean Defenders 🌊 | SeaVoice

Reporting from #UNOC3: Ocean Defenders 🌊 Collective action is needed to protect the human right to a healthy ocean. We speak with Matai Zamuël about his work as a WWF-Guianas Youth Ambassador and Oce...

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Maria Honig @mariahonig.bsky.social · Jun 12

Mapuche community female rep sharing about the challenges for women in Chilean fishing community and that they will defend the laws of Indigenous people and their maritime territories which is currently under attack. "Our CTA is for women ocean rights to not be rolled back". #UNOC3

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 12

Brainstorming ways to accelerate the implementation of the @fao.org #SSF Guidelines through #data systems that are inclusive & led by #fishers - key to advancing governance of #SmallScaleFisheries

📷 @mariahonig.bsky.social moderating the session!
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Maria Honig @mariahonig.bsky.social · Jun 11

"If you want to understand how to protect the ocean, look at these people on the stage to understand." Greta Aguilar, DG #IUCN. Let's take the decision today to protect and recognise #oceandefenders who are #EHRD. Sign the CTA #UNOC3

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 11

Kicking off our event at #UNOC3 with #OceanDefenders sharing their personal testimonies - brave, wise and important stories to hear on this global stage 🌊📣

@riseup4theocean.bsky.social @nathanjbennett.bsky.social

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 11

How can #SSF contribute to 30by30? If the goal is to protect the ocean, then the government needs to protect those who are dependent on the ocean. Participation, recognition, and ensure we are in partnership and not jits stakeholders. #UNOC3 side event "Advancing equity in #SSF"

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 11

Launching a global coalition for #sharks and #rays here at #UNOC3! We need to turn the tide for these cornerstone species and with all hands on deck from governments, and the entire oceans community, we can!

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Emma Bryce @emmaanne.bsky.social · Apr 4

The UN Human Rights Council has just officially recognised plastic pollution as a threat to human rights. Here's a look at how plastic disproportionately affects Indigenous Peoples - and how they're fighting back dialogue.earth/en/pollution... @dialogueearth.bsky.social

Indigenous Peoples fight to be heard at plastics treaty talks

Though disproportionately affected by plastic pollution, Indigenous Peoples are struggling to shape a global treaty on it

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Coastal Communities Initiative @coastalcommunities.bsky.social · Jun 11

“There really is a role for everyone to support the #HumanRight to a healthy #ocean & to step up in support of ocean defenders around the world.”

At #UNOC3 @nathanjbennett.bsky.social shares how we can take action in support of #CoastalCommunities & the right to a healthy ocean 🌊 👇

📽️ SeaVoice

#unoc3 #unoc3 #seavoice #oceandefenders | SeaVoice

SeaVoice reporting from #UNOC3: Ocean Defenders 🌊 A healthy ocean is a human right, but it is being undermined by declining ocean health. We speak to Nathan Bennett about Ocean Defenders - the peop...

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