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Mr. Mitchell Lay, CNFO Program Coordinator, and Mr. Pamashwar Jainarine, CNFO’s board member for Guyana, attended the Regional Consultation for the Member States of CARICOM on the Draft CARICOM Ocean Governance Policy, held on July 22–23, 2025, at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Center, Georgetown, Guyana.
Mr. Mitchell Lay, CNFO Program Coordinator, and Mr. Pamashwar Jainarine, a board member for Guyana, attended the Regional Consultation for the Member States of CARICOM on the Draft CARICOM Ocean Governance Policy, held on July 22–23, 2025, at the Pegasus Suites and Corporate Center, Georgetown, Guyana.
CARICOM begins regional consultation on ocean governance framework - Caribbean News Global
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana – The CARICOM regional consultation on a Draft Ocean Policy and Governance Framework opened in Guyana on 22 July, with a focus on the ocean’s vital role in tourism, fisheries, transport, renewable energy, and the blue economy. The two-day consultation brings together key regio...#cwa2025𝗙𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄𝗰𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗲 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗱 𝗱𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗪𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗞𝗶𝘁𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗲𝘃𝗶𝘀 🇰🇳
𝑾𝒆 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒉𝒂𝒗𝒆 𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒊𝒏 𝒄𝒐𝒎𝒎𝒐𝒏: 𝑾𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒆𝒅 𝒇𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒕𝒐 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒚 𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒗𝒆! Fisheries and aquaculture complement agriculture production across the region to provide food and nutrition security, as well as income opportunities at every level! Whether you're catching fish, packaging products for export, or providing services to help the sector grow, you have a valuable part to play!
As we continue to support CARICOM's 25 by 2025 + 5 Initiative, we are also working hand-in-hand with our Member States and partners to ensure that fisheries and aquaculture remain in focus, as hundreds of thousands of Caribbean lives and livelihoods depend on this!
We're happy to partner with CARICOM: Caribbean Community, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Marine Resources St Kitts, and Department of Marine Resources St.Kitts and Nevis, which are collaborating to host this year's installment of Caribbean Week of Agriculture.
Save the dates—29 September to 3 October—and stay tuned for more details on what's ahead >> 🖱 crfm.int
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Mr. Earl George, Deputy Chair of the CNFO of #Dominica, was in attendance.
On Saturday, July 5th, 2025, in #Dominica, the first-ever Cooperative Awards Ceremony, under the powerful theme: “Celebrating Volunteerism”, as part of the global observance of the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.
On Saturday, July 5th, 2025, in #Dominica, the first-ever Cooperative Awards Ceremony, under the powerful theme: “Celebrating Volunteerism”, as part of the global observance of the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.
Mr. Olujide Obonyo also received an award for long service as a cooperative member. He served at Soufriere Fishermen’s Cooperative Society Limited as a cooperative member. He also served on the National Fisherfolk Organisation (Nafcoop) Board
Fisherfolk leaders of the National Fisherfolk Organisation in #Dominica receiving awards.
On Saturday, July 5th, 2025, in #Dominica, the first-ever Cooperative Awards Ceremony, under the powerful theme: “Celebrating Volunteerism”, as part of the global observance of the International Year of Cooperatives 2025.
Fisher from Fond St. Jean Fisheries Cooperative, 42 years of service as a co-operative member and 6 years of service as secretary of Nafcoop, Mr. Baylon Fontaine. #Dominica
14th July, 2025 - Promoting Healthy Sustainable Domestic Seafood Markets in the #bahamas. CNFO Board member Mr. Adrain LaRoda presented on the importance of fisheries for the #bahamas. The organiser of the event was the Perry Institute for Marine Science.
🚨CWA2025 VIRTUAL LAUNCH SET FOR NEXT TUESDAY🚨
🌱🇰🇳 It’s official! The 19th Caribbean Week of Agriculture hosted by St. Kitts launches Tuesday July 15th at 10 AM! 🎉🌾
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📲 Scan the QR to join the Zoom launch & stay tuned for September 29 - October 3, 2025!
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Dr. Gavin Bellamy, Chief Executive Officer, The National Fisheries Authority of Jamaica, and some of the members of his team who hosted the 20th session Western Central Atlantic Fishery Commission (WECAFC), 8-10 July 2025, Montego Bay, Jamaica.
The WECAFC was established in 1973 by Resolution 4/61 of the FAO Council under Article VI of the FAO Constitution. Its statutes were amended by the FAO Council at its Seventy-fourth Session in December 1978 and by the Hundred and Thirty-first Session of the FAO Council in November 2006.
Press release: Caribbean Fisheries Ministers set new policy directions at 19th CRFM Council Meeting
Fish trade, fisheries-related crimes, and a new environmental and social safeguard policy were among key matters on the agenda of the Ministerial Council of the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM), which convened its 19th Regular Meeting virtually on Friday, 4 July 2025.
The Council—which is comprised of Ministers responsible for fisheries, aquaculture, and the blue economy from 17 CRFM Member States—elected Honourable Kyle Hodge, Anguilla’s Minister of Economic Development, Industry, Commerce, Lands, Planning, Water, and Natural Resources, as the new Chair.
Read more: www.crfm.int/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=871
In the heart of Belize, within the small coastal community of Monkey River Village, stands Danette Arlene Young, a 45-year-old dedicated community leader, cook, fisherwoman, and mom. She is a formidable force, actively shaping the future of her village, which is currently grappling with severe erosion challenges.
Danette, serving her second term as the Vice-Chairlady of her village, demonstrates an unwavering commitment to local governance and development. Beyond her official role, Danette is also the president of a women’s group comprising 15 members.
Her background: a high school graduate, she has also completed multiple short courses in small business management, tour guide, and related fields.
Danette is currently operating her own business: a butterfly farm. This venture beautifully blends environmental stewardship with entrepreneurship, showcasing a sustainable approach to economic growth within her community.
Ultimately, Danette Arlene Young remains driven by her vision of a resilient, empowered Monkey River Village where women lead with strength, creativity, and confidence. She is a leader committed to overcoming challenges and building a brighter, more independent future for her community.
(Pictured: Ms. Danette and her son)