Protecting endangered whalesharks in Mexico

Summary

Training for up to 20 fishermen to be whaleshark guides will help to conserve whale sharks and provide viable alternative income generation. Over-fishing has led to unemployment.

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Project Needs and Beneficiaries

The project will help to conserve the whale shark, reduce over-fishing and address unemployment amongst fishermen in already poor communities. Whale shark viewing has become increasingly popular among tourists and the project aims to teach responsible guiding in an area with one of the biggest populations of whale sharks.

Activities

A five-day intensive training course will educate up to 20 ex-fishermen and unqualified current whale shark guides. The course will enable participants to train other potential guides with a 'train the trainer' approach, thus widening the impact.

Funding Information

This project has been retired and is no longer accepting donations.

Additional Documentation

This project has provided additional documentation in a Microsoft Word file (projdoc.doc).

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Why this Project is Important

Potential Long Term Impact

The project will help us create new livelihood opportunities for up to 20 fishermen and unqualified guides, as well as protect one of the most important marine species and prevent over-fishing in the region.

Project Message

The content was splendidly exposed and we all learned to respect the local flora, fauna and the environment and guidelines to protect the Whale Shark. Thank you!
- Gladiel Avalos Paz, Tour Guide