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Who needs a New Song? Moana film highlights real world issues for Pacific fishers

Jan van der Ploeg - 11 May 2017

A modern-day fairytale, the Moana film is at the same time a compelling allegory for contemporary developments in Pacific Island fisheries.

‘Invisible’ fisher women of Bangladesh raise their voice

Kate Bevitt - 3 March 2017

Fisher Women Congress, Bangladesh. 2016.

In Bangladesh, fishing has long been seen as ‘men’s work’. It’s a social perception that ignores the vital contribution of women to fisheries—30 percent of women in rural and coastal areas are directly or indirectly engaged in small-scale fisheries—and whose increased involvement in fisheries management could lead to increased household well-being.

At a loss: The big impact of wasted fish on the poor

Froukje Kruijssen - 5 September 2016

Fisherman in Mongu Harbour, Zambia.

Global fish waste is estimated to be between 27% and 39% of total fish caught each year (FAO).

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