News

08Jul 19

East meets West: Connecting Seagrass Networks

As part of our efforts to exchange knowledge and experiences, as well as partner with other regional seagrass networks, ResilienSEA traveled to Mauritius for the 11th Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) Scientific Symposium held from July 1 to 6, 2019.

25Apr 19

From Seashells to Ministers

During the ResilienSEA project’s Regional Technical Workshop in Joal-Fadiouth (Senegal) in March, part of the project team visited the local women’s mariculture and reforestation association, “Mboga Yaye”. At low tide, a…

28Nov 18

ResilienSEA project team visits the seven implementing countries

ResilienSEA project team visits the seven implementing countries Grey Heron in Banc d’Arguin National Park, Mauritania. (Credit, PNBA) Seven countries. Three languages. Little knowledge about an important resource. Mapping and…

14May 18

Putting Seagrass on the West African map

A new project on seagrasses was launched today in Dakar, Senegal. ResilienSEA is coordinated by GRID-Arendal and funded by MAVA, a foundation based in Switzerland with extensive experience in West Africa. The project focusses on four strategies: scientific research, capacity building, information, awareness and advocacy and new policy ideas.