Amy Gonzalez

Amy Gonzalez, Executive Director of PEMSEA, leads efforts for healthy oceans, while Dale Galvin, Managing Director of RARE, focuses on value creation in coastal communities. They discuss the balance between sustainable fishing and livelihoods, emphasizing innovative financing strategies and the empowerment of small-scale fisheries. Insights into the blue economy reveal how local knowledge and partnerships drive sustainability. They highlight successful local initiatives that improve food security and advocate for integrating economic growth with environmental responsibility.