Topics: women

Emerging scientist: Chikondi Manyungwa-Pasani

As a global leader in fisheries and aquaculture research, science is at the forefront of our work. In this new series, we profile our emerging scientists, early career research talents who are already making a significant contribution to fisheries and aquaculture knowledge. Launching the series is Chikondi Manyungwa-Pasani, a small-scale fisheries researcher in Malawi and winner of the inaugural Rosemary Firth Award for her presentation on gender economics.

Gaining a voice: First Women Fishers’ Forum held in Timor-Leste

On Atauro Island in Timor-Leste, men have typically made the decisions about how fishery resources should be managed. But following efforts to build women fishers’ empowerment, women now have a greater voice in governance discussions and are engaging in collective action.

Empowering Women Fish Retailers (EWFIRE)

Since the 1980s, aquaculture production in Egypt has grown rapidly, adding substantially to the supply of affordable fish to domestic markets. As a result, aquaculture markets have become a strategic food sector that contributes to nutrition security and sustains substantial employment...