Sustainable Livelihoods

Fishing communities around the world are navigating the tension between tradition and survival in a changing ocean. These stories follow the people building economic futures that honour both their heritage and the ecosystems they depend on. Livelihood and stewardship, it turns out, are inseparable.

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Dagaa and Dignity

by
Editrudith Lukanga
Sustainable Livelihoods
Volume
8
Mar 25th, 2026
Volume
8
March 25, 2026
The Women of Lake Victoria Who Read the Water
Before sunrise breaks over Lake Victoria, the women are already awake.

Growing a future from the sea

by
Egno Ndunguru
Sustainable Livelihoods
Volume
8
Mar 25th, 2026
Volume
8
March 25, 2026
The Hiari Women Group redefine their traditional roles through their seaweed business
In many coastal communities in Tanzania, long-standing cultural norms have traditionally placed men as the sole providers for their families.
Navigating the tides: small-holder farmers charting the future of seaweed farming

Seaweed Country

by
Simon Davis
Sustainable Livelihoods
Volume
4
Jul 1st, 2024
Volume
4
July 1, 2024
Where Farmers and Tides Meet
Within the depths of our oceans lies a valuable resource often overlooked: seaweed.
Ocean-Impact tech for adaptation & inclusivity in African coastal communities

Tools of the Tide

by
Alexis Grosskopf
Fisheries & Aquaculture
Volume
4
Jul 1st, 2024
Volume
4
July 1, 2024
Tech for Inclusion and Adaptation on Africa's Coasts
The immense potential of Africa’s ocean resources is clear, offering opportunities for economic growth, job creation, and enhanced food security.
Seaweed is sexy: the untapped treasure

Seaweed is sexy

by
Rhianna Rees
Sustainable Livelihoods
Volume
4
Jun 29th, 2024
Volume
4
June 29, 2024
The Hidden Value of Seaweed
Scotland’s expansive coastline has a personality like no other.
Inside the SCUBA diving community of Egypt’s Red Sea

Inside the SCUBA diving community of Egypt’s Red Sea

by
Alicia Johnson
Encounters & Observations
Volume
2
Nov 29th, 2023
Volume
2
November 29, 2023
Experience Egypt
Cornwall's seafaring legacy: weaving community bonds for a sustainable future

Historic ships shaping community futures

by
Rob McDowell
Marine Heritage
Volume
2
Nov 29th, 2023
Volume
2
November 29, 2023
Keeping Cornwall's maritime legacy alive
I was born in Malawi, where three generations of family trampled the dusty paths before me.
From shark fishing to ocean conservation: a sustainable transformation in Baja California Sur

Baja’s Journey From Shark Fishing to Protecting the Ocean

by
Mariana Vélez Godoy
Biodiversity & Conservation
Volume
2
Nov 28th, 2023
Volume
2
November 28, 2023
It’s 6 a.m., and the sun is rising on the horizon.
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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.
SeaVoice is produced by the Ocean Decade Heritage Network UK (ODHN-UK). ODHN-UK is a registered Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SC052384)
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