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3 05, 2022

https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/andrea-marshall-manta-conservation

The ‘Queen of the Mantas’ Who Became a Force of Nature

Karina2024-02-19T13:53:19-05:00Tags: Mozambique|

In Mozambique's Inhambane Seascape, marine biologist Andrea Marshall emerges as a leading voice in ocean conservation. Co-founding the Marine Megafauna Foundation (MMF) in 2003, she focuses on protecting the region's diverse marine life, particularly mantas, rays, sharks, whales, dugongs, and turtles. Marshall's groundbreaking research, tag-and-track projects, and genetic libraries aim to combat declining populations caused by overfishing, habitat degradation, and climate change. Notably, she led the scientific assessment that upgraded the giant manta's status from vulnerable to endangered on the IUCN Red List. Upholding a climate justice framework, Marshall's work emphasizes women's involvement in decision-making for sustainable solutions. Her dedication to preserving ocean life inspires future generations to cherish and protect the wonders of the sea. Photo Credits: Natasha Donovan for Atlas Obscura

15 11, 2016

https://reliefweb.int/sites/reliefweb.int/files/resources/El_Nino_Mozambique_Report_final.pdf

Women And Girls Coping With Drought And Climate Change In Mozambique

Karina2017-11-01T13:42:28-04:00Tags: Mozambique|

Climate change has been fueling extreme drought in Mozambique, and the women and girls of the country are bearing the brunt of the harsh conditions. Out of sheer desperation to provide for their families, more women are turning to “survival sex” and other forms of sexual labor in exchange for money and food. There also seems to be an increase in child marriage, as families attempt to reduce the number of dependents in their family. We stand with our sisters and raise our voices to highlight the unique and dire ways in which climate change is already impacting women and girls around the world. Photo credit: CARE

19 02, 2016

https://viacampesina.org/en/peasant-women-power-in-mozambique/

Women Farmers In Mozambique Unite Through Agro-Ecology

Karina2017-07-19T21:34:24-04:00Tags: Mozambique|

Women in rural Mozambique are returning to an agroecological model of farming via local producer organizations. Women and especially widows who participate in the Mozambican Farmer's Union benefit from a tight-knit community that promotes local economic development, knowledge-sharing and food sovereignty. While improving their food security, women are also mobilizing to protect their native seeds and oppose land grabbing, which has displaced many farmers. Photo credit: La Via Campesina