On August 6th and 7th, six octopus fishers from the Banggai Archipelago, specifically from the villages of Popisi, Kalumbatan, and Lobuton, along with four fishers from the Selayar Archipelago, including two from the village of Kahu-Kahu and two fisherwomen from Mekar Indah, gathered in Makassar for an important event. This marked the first time small-scale fishers, specializing in…
Last February, LINI conducted a series of trainings for local tuna suppliers in South Buru, including Koperasi Simpang 3 Darmabuana and its members, as well as fishers in Pasir Putih and Air Ternate villages. The trainings focused on taking “baby steps” to improve the local community’s capacity in three key areas: organizational management, safety at sea, and post-harvest. Strengthening Cooperative Management…
Learning a foreign language is an essential journey for your minds. Research affirms that learning a foreign language not only enhances cognitive prowess, but also build multi-tasking abilities while sharpening memory functions. Amidst the enchanting landscapes of Bali Island, renowned worldwide for its allure to travelers, English is the most foreign language spoken in Bali…
Small-scale octopus fishers encounter an extensive number of difficulties and dangers that are far greater than those they would face on land. The risks of working at sea are increased by the constant danger of unpredictable weather patterns and restricted access to medical services. Last January, fishers from the Banggai Islands in Central Sulawesi, including…
On 21 November, 2023, Indonesia celebrates Hari Ikan Nasional (National Fisheries Day), acknowledging the pivotal role of fisheries sector in securing both our food and economic stability. As an archipelago nation blessed with diverse biodiversity, nature, cultures, and ethnicities, a holistic approach to managing our fisheries through inclusive and collaborative initiatives is necessary. Inclusivity lies at the core…
LINI is excited to announce our return to the Banda Islands, where we are actively engaged in a variety of programs aimed at supporting local communities. This initiative has been made possible through the generous support of the NAPA Seafood Foundation, a nonprofit organization based in California that is committed to making a positive global…