The workshop brought together leading international and national marine experts, practitioners, policymakers, and local stakeholders to address pressing environmental and socio-economic challenges faced by coastal communities. The discussions built upon Amrita’s ongoing interventions in seaweed cultivation, marine biodiversity conservation, and women’s empowerment in coastal regions.

Key insights and best practices from Japan, Indonesia, Israel, and India were shared, focusing on topics such as marine biodiversity conservation, sustainable livelihoods through seaweed cultivation and aquaculture, and the implementation of Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) in India.

The event highlighted the challenges specific to the Indian landscape while emphasizing innovative tools and methodologies to promote a women-led, sustainable, and climate-resilient approach to marine biodiversity conservation.

The workshop underscored the critical role of women in driving blue growth initiatives and sustainable development, reinforcing Amrita’s commitment to empowering communities and addressing global climate challenges.