Empowering women in La Islilla: Sustainable seafood and community development in Peru
Healthy oceans and thriving communities are deeply interconnected. Recognizing this, the Future of Fish team in Peru employs a dual approach to sustainable seafood, focusing on community development and sustainable business practices. In early 2021, we began our journey in La Islilla, a small scale fishing community in Northern Peru, with limited knowledge about its residents, especially the women. Traditionally, artisanal fishing communities are male-dominated, with men primarily responsible for fishing activities and income. Women, on the other hand, are often tasked with household…