MAP News Issue # 610 – Nov 02, 2024
Our 2025 Children’s Mangrove Art Calendar Is Here!
We are thrilled to announce the arrival of the 2025 Children’s Mangrove Art Calendar! This calendar is a testament to the creativity and passion of young artists worldwide who are raising awareness about the importance of mangroves and the challenges they face today. For 23 years, our Children’s Mangrove Art Contest has inspired youth to explore mangroves and express their significance through art. Thank you to every young artist, teacher, and organization who participated in making this year’s contest a success!
Beyond Green Infrastructure: Valuing Mangroves in Flood Protection and National Wealth
GLOBAL – The World Bank report emphasizes mangroves’ critical role in flood protection, valuing them at $855 billion globally for shielding lives and infrastructure. It urges enhanced conservation efforts, showing mangroves as both economic assets and vital defenses against climate impacts.
OneEarth Foundation Concludes Month Long Campaign in Goa with Grand Mangrove Festival
INDIA – OneEarth Foundation (OEF) successfully concluded its month-long Mangrove Odyssey campaign with a vibrant Mangrove Festival, marking a significant milestone in promoting awareness and conservation of Goa’s treasured mangrove ecosystems.
Mekong farmers’ secret to successful crab hunting with simple traps
VIET NAM – In the Mekong Delta, local farmers have found a clever method for catching nearly 10 kg of chu u crabs daily without needing to dig or hunt at night. With a modified mouse trap and some simple bait, they can earn half a million VND each day.
Environmentally sustainable and cost-effective solutions: Mangrove oyster farming in Fiji
FIJI – In the Pacific Islands, fisheries are not only vital for local economies but also deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of communities. As climate change and overfishing continue to challenge the sustainability of these resources, innovative, nature-based solutions are gaining momentum. One such initiative took place in Suva, Fiji.
Technology can help save mangroves, address climate crisis
GLOBAL – With the use of the advanced technology, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), it can be understood how mangrove ecosystems are affected by climate change and its impacts.
Bhitarkanika’s mangrove blunts Dana’s rampage
INDIA – Recognised globally for its ecological significance, the mangrove belt of Bhitarkanika wildlife sanctuary has once again acted as a natural shield against disasters by protecting north Odisha from the impact of Cyclone Dana that crossed the state’s coastline at 110 km wind speed
CURRENT EVENTS
MAP Calendar Now Available
Our Website showcases over 80 outstanding artworks in our Virtual Art Gallery
Winners of MAP’s Mangrove Photography Awards
2024 Winners – MAP Mangrove Photography Awards
ACTION ALERTS
Join us in protecting Mexico’s jaguars and mangrove habitats
“Janis is the jaguar, who was in the 2020 winning image of the Mangrove Photography Awards, but sadly died from being hit by a lorry. Janis has become a symbol of jaguar conservation in the region and mangroves of Papalota.” READ MORE
URGENT NOTICE – Please SIGN: Keep Deutsche Bahn out of Amazonia!
Fight the Marine Bitumen Spill
Stop land grabbing and racial discrimination for palm oil in Ecuador
Thank you to our many supporters who made this work possible, and to all of our friends and partners working to protect mangrove forests, worldwide. Mangrove Action Project relies on the generosity of donors to do our urgent work. Whether it’s a one-time or monthly commitment, your contributions make a real difference in safeguarding these critical ecosystems.
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