South America

South America's coastlines run from the Caribbean tropics to the sub-Antarctic currents of Patagonia, encompassing some of the planet's most biodiverse marine environments. Artisanal fishing traditions, marine protected areas, and conservation battles define the region's ocean story. SeaVoice follows the currents that connect these communities to the wider world.

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Mozambique Island: Protecting Heritage Beneath the Surface

Marine Heritage

Local archaeologists combat treasure hunting and protect Mozambique Island's rich heritage

Since I was a child, I have always appreciated the sea for leisure, without realizing the amount of material and immaterial meanings it hosts. But deep down, I felt a connection.

Sustainable Fishing in Galápagos

Fisheries & Aquaculture

A Personal Journey Toward Sustainable Fishing in the Galápagos

As far back as I can remember, I have been navigating the ocean surrounding the Galápagos Islands.

Protecting the waters of Juan Fernández

Juan Fernández's community-led marine parks

Julio Chamorro Solís

Fisheries & Aquaculture

September 29, 2025

How generations of fishers built Chile's most significant Pacific marine parks

In 1574, Spanish navigator Juan Fernández set sail from the port of Callo, Peru, heading south to the city of Valparaíso, Chile.

Exploring the cultural, historical and personal connections of the San José Galleon: Colombian ocean heritage

Beyond Treasure: Columbia's Cultural Riches of the San José Galleon Shipwreck

Carlos Del Cairo Hurtado

Marine Heritage

September 28, 2025

Discovering who we were three centuries ago, amid modern turmoil

The night of June 8, 1708 marked a radical change in Colombian history territory and maritorium.

Working for greater representation of women in artisanal fisheries

Women of Chiloé: Female Fishers Revamp Chile’s Artisanal Seafood Market

Carmen Díaz Vargas

Fisheries & Aquaculture

How Carmen Díaz Vargas and fellow fisherwomen are reshaping gender roles in artisanal fisheries on Isla Grande de Chiloé

Like many women, I am several roles in a single person: mother, wife, housewife, worker, social leader, and micro-entrepreneur, but one of the most important, and I say this with great pride, is that I am a woman of the sea.

My journey in navigating the future of sustainable fishing in the Galápagos

A Personal Journey Toward Sustainable Fishing in the Galápagos

Fisheries & Aquaculture

As far back as I can remember, I have been navigating the ocean surrounding the Galápagos Islands.

The role of NGOs in coastal communities: a Latin American viewpoint

The Ethics of Conservation on Latin American Shores

Katherine Arroyo-Arce

Environmental Justice

November 29, 2023

MarViva's Katherine Arroyo-Arce explores the importance of NGOs learning from coastal communitites, such as the Gulf of Nicoya, Costa Rica.

“In a few decades, the relationship between the environment, resources and conflict may seem almost as obvious as the connection we see today between human rights, democracy and peace.” -- Wangari Maathai, 2004

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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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