Name of the Project: Sustainable Oceans: Improving sustainable economic growth and development opportunities through efficient and sustainable use of human rights-centric aquaculture resources in Bangladesh

Supported by: Manusher Jonno Foundation-MJF, The Danish Institute for Human Rights-DIHR

Jointly Project Implemented by: MJF, BILS & COAST Trust

Duration: From September 2018-Decemeber 2020

Areas of collaboration: Fisheries and Aquaculture Sector

Goal: Pursuing strategic engagement of human rights actors at local, national, regional and global levels in policy and programming processes related to the fisheries and aquaculture sectors, and the implementation of SDG 14, by developing strong partnerships and generating knowledge and tools.

Major Activities: Research, Training, Advocacy, Campaign, Lobby.

Location: Patharghata, Barguna.

Target Groups:

• Fishers and workers related to fisheries sector
• Trade Unions, Local administration, Fisheries department, Bangladesh Fisheries Development Corporation, academicians and CSOs.