Semi-Annual Report #9: Global FISH Alliance Fisheries Improved for Sustainable Harvest

This approach aims to enhance livelihoods and biodiversity. G-FISH brings together government, private sector, and civil society to work collaboratively on specific fisheries around the world. During the period from October 1, 2012 to March 31, 2013, G-FISH undertook several key activities. In Cambodia, the team transitioned to FHI 360, with Jeanette Robinson joining as the Program Manager. In Honduras, G-FISH worked with current Alliance members and other partners to advance the program's goals. In Mozambique, G-FISH continued a demonstration SCALE effort in northern Mozambique's Pemba Bay, focused on reforming the Bay's fisheries. G-FISH also strengthened its partnerships and collaborations during this period. In Honduras, the program continued to work with the Center for Marine Ecology, The Nature Conservancy, World Wildlife Fund, and private sector partners. In Mozambique, G-FISH engaged Wildlife Conservation Society to continue work on fisheries reforms and co-management. In Cambodia, G-FISH held more than 60 meetings with nearly 2400 participants and completed a flooded forest replanting campaign, community patrolling initiative, and capacity building trainings for local communities. G-FISH also made progress in knowledge management and sharing. The program attended the International Boston Seafood Show and met with key organizations, including WWF and Darden Restaurants, Inc. G-FISH hosted monthly spiny lobster calls for stakeholders interested in the fishery and its future. The program also produced the quarterly G-FISH Tales and commissioned a Seafood Engagement Guide for USAID staff. In Honduras, the Spiny Lobster Initiative continued with strong momentum. The initiative aimed to ensure the scuba diving ban was finalized in 2013 and assist in the establishment of the largest marine protected area with rights-based use in Central America. G-FISH has doubled the requirement for leveraged funds and has identified and documented cost share for activities that have complimented, supported, or enhanced G-FISH goals and objectives. G-FISH has also strengthened its relationships with more than 10 partners globally, including universities like the University of Rhode Island, University of Washington, and University of California - Davis. This expansive network of partners allows G-FISH to promote learning and enhanced knowledge of best practices in fisheries conservation.