Belize Fisheries Project Schedule of Events

Details on upcoming events for this project are listed below.  Please check this page regularly to learn more about virtual and in-person opportunities to participate in the project.

 

Virtual Project Information Session #1

February 21, 11:00am-12:00pm CT

Join us for our first virtual information session and a chance to learn more about the project and meet key team members.

View a zoom recording of the webinar here.

 

Virtual Project Information Session #2

February 23, 4:00-5:00pm CT

Join us for our second virtual information session and a chance to learn more about the project and meet key team members.

View a zoom recording of the webinar here.

 

Initial Visit by Key Members of the Fisheries Project Team

March 13-17, 2023

Rebecca Kihslinger and Carolina Vargas will make an initial trip to Belize City to introduce themselves and the project to fishers and other fisheries stakeholders.  The team has limited availability during this week, but if you would like more information, please reach out to BelizeFisheriesProject@eli.org.  Even if the team cannot find time to meet with you this week, we can schedule a virtual follow up to ensure that we hear from you.

 

In-Country Workshops and Meetings

Week of June 12th, 2023

Join us to learn about, discuss, and provide feedback on preliminary findings of the reviews, case studies, and historical overview.  Additional information about timing and location to come.

Read the Full Report on June Stakeholder Workshops and Meetings.

 

In-Country Workshops and Meetings

Week of December 4th, 2023

Join us to learn about the project's findings and participate in a facilitated discussion of management options to strengthen Belize's fisheries. Additional information about timing and location to come.

Read the Full Report on December Stakeholder Workshops and Meetings.

 

Fishers for a Sustainable Future Training

In Belize April 9-11, with subsequent virtual training

COBI will offer trainings to fishers on topics that include: fisheries management, collaborations for sustainability, shifting baselines, governance, and soft skills, such as effective communication, public speaking, teamwork, and leadership.