Tide as Supplier

Small-scale fisheries (SSF) play a critical role in income generation, social development, environmental conservation, maintenance of tenure rights, as well as communities' culture and way of life. Beyond the traditional seafood value chain, SSF encompasses several associated activities. This study adopts a qualitative approach to document social enterprise experiences within SSF. Specifically, it explores the environmentally friendly production of handicrafts created from fishery residues, such as mollusk shells, within a framework of fair and socially equitable trade. This value chain is predominantly led by women-a group historically marginalized, particularly within fisheries. As a result, the women involved experience empowerment through income generation and skills development within their communities. The study further concludes that ongoing psychological support, as well as technical training, guidance, and the promotion of their work, is essential for sustainable impact. Finally, it is recommended that these activities be integrated into the broader fishery value chain framework

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