Directing our Earthshot to a Critical Part of the Ocean
By Emily Owen, Serge Raemakers, and Rocky Sanchez Tirona Coastal fisheries around the globe are at risk of collapse. Increasing human pressures mean fish may disappear from waters where they once flourished. It’s an unfolding crisis that threatens our ocean ecosystems and the well-being of…
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Illegal Fishing Vessel Carrying Over 600 Shark Fins, Sailfish, Marlin, and More Seized in Panama
In late September, authorities in Panama apprehended a vessel engaged in illegal fishing within the Cordillera de Coiba Managed Resource Area (ARMCC). This effort was the culmination of months of preparation, collaboration, and commitment from various stakeholders, including Panama’s Naval Air Service (SENAN), Ministry of Environment (MiAMBIENTE),…
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WildAid’s Marine Program Selected As Finalist for Prestigious Earthshot Prize
San Francisco, CA, September 19, 2023 – WildAid’s global marine program has been selected as one of the 15 Finalists for the 2023 Earthshot Prize, a distinguished global environmental award that celebrates and champions innovators focused on solving our most pressing global climate challenges. With…
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WildAid Proud to Partner with The Bahamas, Winner of the Stop IUU Fishing Award
WildAid Proud to Partner with The Bahamas, Winner of the Stop IUU Fishing Award This summer, the IMCS Network will award The Bahamas the 4th Stop IUU Fishing Award as a result of the nation’s successful collaboration with WildAid Marine, The Nature Conservancy, the U.S., Canada, and other agencies committed to ending…
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