Asia

Asia's ocean territories span from the coral-rich waters of Southeast Asia to the deep-sea trenches of the Pacific Rim. Fishing communities, coral restorers, and ocean advocates across the region are shaping new possibilities for marine stewardship. SeaVoice follows their stories of resilience and reinvention.

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Tales of traps: ocean connection in the Andaman Islands

Tales of Fishing Traps in the Andaman Islands, Thailand

Dr Paul Montgomery

Marine Heritage

September 29, 2025

In late 2022 and early 2023, I travelled to the Andaman Islands of Thailand, a place where the sea shapes daily life.

No longer left on the shore

Women are no longer left on the shore

Jasmine Corbett

In the Maldives, a new generation of women are showing the power of ocean accessibility

We gather in the garden of the RahVeshi Programme staff house, a traditional Maldivian home nestled on Makunudhoo Island in the far north of the Maldives.

A story of Superwomen

The (Coral) Superwomen reviving Indonesia's reefs

January 9, 2025

Meet the unstoppable Coral Catch women in an exclusive video interview and article

In a world that often chooses to divide, organise, and categorise, what does it mean to be a woman in conservation?

Weaving Waves: the power of art

Weaving Waves

Artistic Expression

October 31, 2024

the power of art in ocean conservation

That was the creative brief I received from Rip Curl Indonesia when they commissioned me to create an art piece for their new store opening at Canggu Beach in Bali: to connect customers to the ocean through a captivating visual experience.

Navigating the tides: small-holder farmers charting the future of seaweed farming

Seaweed Country

Sustainable Livelihoods

Where Farmers and Tides Meet

Within the depths of our oceans lies a valuable resource often overlooked: seaweed.

Drones in the fight against ghost gear: cleaning Thailand’s seas

Drones vs. Ghost Gear in Thailand’s Seas

Fisheries & Aquaculture

A silent crisis is unfolding beneath the waves of our ocean.

Empowering coastal communities through coral restoration

How Local Hands Are Healing Velidhoo’s Coral Country

Biodiversity & Conservation

February 29, 2024

I was initially drawn to the field of marine conservation, like many marine scientists of my generation, by the captivating documentaries of David Attenborough and popular movies like “Finding Nemo”, which showcase the mesmerising beauty beneath the waves.

Oceanic roots: nurturing a childhood connection to combat plastic tides

Rooted in the Sea, Rising Against Plastic

Dr Freija Mendrik

Encounters & Observations

February 28, 2024

If you were to walk through my childhood home, you wouldn’t question why I ended up becoming a marine biologist.

To speak as we are one: building relationships in marine conservation

How Relationship-Led Practice Is Redefining Conservation

Clint Bryan Gallaron

Indigenous Knowledge

November 29, 2023

Hear from indigenous activist Ate Emma Segarino and conservationist Clint Bryan Gallaron on the power community in conservation.

Part One: Clint's Call.

In search of the elusive sharks among the reefs of India

Where have the sharks gone?

Biodiversity & Conservation

November 29, 2023

The names and locations in this article have been changed to protect the identity of the people and the locations of the shark sanctuaries.

Raising the voices of Indonesian women to restore their homeland’s coral reefs

Reef Keepers

Mélissa Bergeron

Inspiring Ocean Voices

November 29, 2023

Indonesian Women Restoring the Sea

As the world witnesses the alarming global decline of coral reefs, a surge of restoration projects has emerged worldwide.

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At SeaVoice, we believe that understanding the complex dynamics between human culture and the environment is crucial for addressing the challenges we face today. By exploring the stories of those who have a deep connection to bodies of water, we gain a deeper appreciation for the importance of preserving and protecting these invaluable resources.

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