People empowerment

ECOBLU

Sustainable and integrated development of marine and coastal resources in Cabo Delgado Province

Country

Project duration

36 mesi

Partner

AVSI
DISTAV – Università di Genova
ASMOG
CEPAM

Donor


Protecting the sea, strengthening Ibo’s coastal communities

In the Ibo District, coastal communities depend almost exclusively on artisanal fishing. This condition makes incomes unstable and increases pressure on fish stocks. The spread of harmful practices, such as trawling, further contributes to the degradation of marine and coastal ecosystems, already severely affected by the impacts of the climate crisis.
At the same time, the lack of scientific data and limited coordination among local institutions make effective resource management difficult.
In this context, it is crucial to promote sustainable economic activities, strengthen local governance, and foster the economic inclusion of women and young people.

We engage public institutions, research centres, and local communities in the sustainable management of natural resources through an integrated and participatory approach.

Strengthening local governance

Community Fisheries Councils are reinforced, and training activities and technical support are provided to improve coordination and the capacities of local institutions in managing coastal resources.

Blue economy

Diversifying the income sources of coastal communities is essential to relieve pressure on marine resources. For this reason, we support income-generating initiatives and strengthen technical and entrepreneurial skills, with particular attention to the inclusion of women and young people.

Promoting sustainable fishing practices

Through training and technical support, we encourage the adoption of more selective and low-impact fishing techniques.

Research and environmental monitoring

To improve knowledge of coastal ecosystems and support informed decision-making, we promote scientific activities and research in specific areas such as biodiversity, microplastic pollution, and sustainable aquaculture practices.

In Ibo, the future depends on the sea. Together with local communities, we are working to change course. Through sustainable fishing practices, scientific research, and local economic activities, we build concrete solutions alongside those who live in this territory every day. Protecting marine ecosystems is not only an environmental challenge—it is an essential condition for ensuring stability and future opportunities for coastal communities.

Il progetto in numeri

180k

persone hanno accesso all'acqua
potabile in Tanzania

22k+

kg di plastica
raccolti a Ibo, Mozambico

52k+

mangrovie piantumate
in Mozambico e Myanmar

11k+

bambini coinvolti in campagne
di educazione nel mondo

200

donne supportate nell’avvio
di attività economiche

in Tz e Myanmar

1700

docenti formati
in Italia

1700

docenti formati
in Italia

52k+

mangrovie piantumate
in Mozambico e Myanmar

1700

docenti formati
in Italia