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Marine Conservation NGO · Research Center

People and
the Sea Malapascua Island, Philippines

Empowering Filipino coastal communities to sustainably manage and protect their vital marine resources through science, education, and grassroots action.

2015
Founded
Community-Led
Approach
Holistic
Marine Conservation

About

People and the Sea is a marine conservation NGO founded in 2015 on Malapascua Island, dedicated to empowering Filipino coastal communities to sustainably manage and protect their vital marine resources.

Their holistic approach recognizes that healthy seas begin on land, driving community-led initiatives spanning waste reduction, sustainable fishing, marine research, youth education, and economic resilience.

What makes them special is their commitment to locally-designed and locally-led programs, ensuring that conservation efforts are shaped by the communities they serve rather than imposed from outside.

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