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Compilation of existing biological data and collection of new data to fill knowledge gaps

Mapeamento de habitats marinhos costeiros

Mapping coastal marine habitats

Bruvs. Monitorização

Monitoring marine biodiversity
with BRUV's

Bruvs. Investigação e compilação de dados biológicos
Bruvs (barracuda). Biodiversidade no fundo do mar.
Bruvs e captação de video

Seabird tracking (Príncipe Island)

Sulidae, Ilha do Príncipe. Rastreamento de aves marinhas

Fishing data collection

Caracterização da pesca artesanal São Tomé e Príncipe

Characterisation of artisanal fisheries in São Tomé and Príncipe

Consultas participativas nas comunidades piscatória

Continuous monitoring of fishing effort in each fishing community using a participatory approach

Inquéritos sobre hábitos e tipos de arte de pesca

Participatory mapping of fishing zones, e.g. by type of fishing gear

Participatory identification of sites for recreational diving

Creating MPAs using Marxan-with-Zones

Identifies gaps and limitations in available information

Helps to collaboratively identify priorities for site selection

Allows maximum achievement of competing objectives/needs

Requires time to discuss input data and (ideally) present multiple scenarios

Informs the consultation process

Consultation Process

Workshops and participatory consultations were held in 41 fishing communities with the aim of understanding the different realities and needs in order to integrate them into the process.

Using the co-management process as its methodology, the project has a participatory approach, always integrating interested parties (Government, fishing communities, civil society and the private sector) in decision-making.

The participatory approach, in the various phases of the consultation process, allows for greater acceptance and collaboration during the implementation of marine protected areas.

Understanding local needs creates an atmosphere of alternatives that helps reduce the impact that these communities may feel from the creation of MPAs.

Proposed MPAs in São Tomé

2

Proposed MPAs in Príncipe

6

Socio-economic monitoring

Resident surveys
in all fishing communities:
2019, 2021 and 2023

2023 YEAR:
1889 PEOPLE SURVEYED

 

KNOWLEDGE OF THE PROJECT AND PERCEPTION OF ITS IMPACT

FISHING DADA: YEARS OF EXPERIENCE, NUMBER OF FISHING DAYS/MONTH, DURATION OF EACH TRIP, FISH SALES...

ATTITUDES TOWARDS MARINE CONSERVATION AND KNOWLEDGE OF AMPS

PERCEPTIONS OF DIFFERENT CONTROL MODELS

POTENTIAL IMPACTS OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Support for livelihood diversification

Creation of alternative or complementary employment opportunities

INITIAL TRAINING IN
BUSINESS PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT FOR FISHERMEN AND PALAIÊS

SPECIFIC TRAINING TO DIFFERENT TYPES OF ACTIVITIES OR BUSINESS

REGULAR FOLLOW-UP WITH BENEFICIARIES TO ENSURE BUSINESS SUCCESS

FUNDING TO SUPPORT MORE COMMUNITY SMALL BUSINESS

Formação inicial de planeamento e gestão de negócios para pescadores e palaies

14

NEW SMALL BUSINESSES
PRÍNCIPE

Novos pequenos negócios
Fundos e apoio para criação de novas oportunidades
Formações especializadas nas diferentes áreas de atividades e negócios. Mecânica
Formação inicial de planeamento e gestão de negócios para pescadores e palaies
Formações especializadas nas diferentes áreas de atividades e negócios. Costura
Apoio de pequenos negócios. Produto Local

100

NEW SMALL BUSINESSES
SÃO TOMÉ

entrega materiais salão
Sustentabilidade alimentar, apoio a pequenos negócios. Agricultura familiar.
Apoio a pequenos negócios. Diversificação de meios de subsistência.
Formação inicial de planeamento e gestão de negócios para pescadores e palaiês.
Apoio a pequenos negócios. Diversificação de meios de subsistência. Costura
Apoio a pequenos negócios. Diversificação de meios de subsistência. Produto local São Tomé e Príncipe
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