The Mangrove Action Project is dedicated to reversing the degradation and loss of mangrove forest ecosystems worldwide. Its main goal is to promote the rights of traditional and indigenous coastal peoples, including fishers and farmers, to sustainably manage their coastal environs.

Through its global network and offices in the U.S. (International Office), Thailand (Asia Regional Office), Indonesia, and Latin America, MAP is stimulating the exchange of ideas and information on the conservation and restoration of mangrove forests, while promoting sustainable livelihoods for coastal communities.

MAP Asia Special Appeal

Coastal Community Resource Centers need your support.  Find out how you can help.

Response to "Ocean Carbon Central to Climate Challenge"

Read a letter to the Editor from Mangrove Action Project Executive Director, Alfredo Quarto.  Alfredo Quarto's response and the article "Ocean Carbon Central to Climate Challenge" can be read here.

The People's Summit, Nov. 27-29, 2009 - MAP to present workshop on Industrial Aquaculture Nov. 28

On Nov 30th the World Trade Organization (WTO) will host a "restart" meeting in Geneva – 10 years to the day from when we shut down the WTO! On Dec 7th, the United Nations Conference on Climate Change opens in Copenhagen. These are uncertain times and much is at stake: Join us to reclaim and amplify our voices with the vision we have for a healthy planet and people. Let's harness the spirit of the 1999 WTO protests in Seattle with a renewed commitment to move global justice forward!
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2010 MAP Children's Art Calendar

This is our 9th international calendar. Children from tropical and sub-tropical countries were invited to enter this contest and learn more about the important role that mangrove forests play in the lives of coastal communities and for marine life.

Purchase your calendar now. 

Shrimp Less, Think More

Visit the Shrimp Less, Think More site - a shrimp consumer awareness campaign of Mangrove Action Project.
Avoid imported shrimp by taking the Consumer pledge.
View Seattle area chefs who have pledged to avoid imported shrimp.

MAP Joins Worldwide Protest Against WWF's Plans to Launch Aquaculture Stewardship Council

Over 70 human rights and environmental groups from around the world have expressed ourage at the planned launch of the World Wildlife Fund's Aquaculture Stewardship Council.  Read More.

Follow a Journey Through the Mangroves of the Americas

MAP Latin American coordinator Elaine Corets and New Zealand author and photographer Kennedy Warne are traveling to mangroves forests and coastal settlements in the Americas as part of a research and reporting project called Last Stands: The Disappearing Rainforests of the Sea. Follow the journey, which includes Panama, Ecuador, Brazil, the Bahamas, Florida and Cuba, through daily updates on a blog which has been developed as part of the project. Read more.

MAP News & Events

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MAP Features

Shrimp Aquaculture

 
>> The greatest threat to mangrove ecosystems worldwide.

>> What YOU can do to lessen its impact!

Ecological Mangrove Restoration (EMR)

 
>> Planning and site evaluation are key!

>> MAP's 6-Step EMR Method.