The Kanan Kay Alliance seeks to strengthen responsible fisheries management by establishing fishing refuge areas. These efforts contribute to the recovery of biodiversity and productivity in artisanal fisheries throughout the Yucatán Peninsula via collaborative processes and synergistic actions.
We strive to enhance the well-being of fishing communities and the health of marine ecosystems by facilitating inclusive processes and coordinated actions across the Yucatán Peninsula.
Lines of work
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Design and Establishment of Fishing Refuge Areas (ZRP)
Supporting the establishment and implementation of scientifically grounded, community-supported refuge zones.
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Legal Framework, Monitoring, and Enforcement
Enhancing institutional capacity and community engagement in regulatory compliance and monitoring.
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Human Development
Promoting leadership, education, and empowerment in fishing communities.
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Socioeconomic Development
Encouraging sustainable economic alternatives and enhancing livelihoods associated with marine conservation.
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Stakeholders collaborating for fisheries recovery and habitat conservation