Founded in July 2013, Yayasan Masyarakat dan Perikanan Indonesia (MDPI) is a national NGO on a mission to empower coastal communities to achieve sustainability by supporting community organization and harnessing market forces. Our vision is thriving coastal communities who are active participants and leaders in sustainable fisheries management.
Our organization is founded on the belief that empowered and financially secure fishing communities are essential for achieving sustainable fisheries. We focus on small-scale fisheries to promote sustainable, fair, and traceable seafood supply chains. The MDPI program series is designed for tangible and lasting outcomes within the communities we engage with.
MDPI develops the necessary mechanisms and tools to gather and analyze fisheries data, enabling adaptive fisheries management practices. We take a comprehensive approach that involves data collection, stakeholder engagement, and capacity building.
MDPI empowers and strengthens the capacities of coastal communities, enabling them to actively participate in fisheries management and advocate for their well-being. We foster leadership, organizational skills, and knowledge sharing.
MDPI is the leader of traceability-based technology implementation to capture events and data from hook to plate to ensure small-scale fisheries are in compliance with the domestic regulations and export market requirements.
by Indonesia Tuna Consortium At the Tuna Talks: Exploring Tradition, Heritage & Sustainability in Indonesia’s Tuna Fisheries forum on Friday (May 2), MDPI spotlighted the needs of small-scale fishers. Held at the World Expo 2025 Osaka, the forum was organized by the Indonesia Tuna Consortium in collaboration with the Indonesia Pavilion, providing a platform to…
by Putra Satria Timur and Karel Yerusa Tropical tuna fisheries play a crucial role in Indonesia’s economy and food security. To ensure their sustainability, the Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries (MMAF) has released the Harvest Strategy for Tropical Tuna. This strategy outlines key measures to sustainably manage yellowfin tuna, bigeye tuna, and skipjack tuna…
by Asis Buton and Putra Satria Timur Buru Island, one of the largest islands in Maluku Province, is renowned for its abundant natural resources—especially in fisheries. Among its villages, Wailihang stands out, often nicknamed the “Tuna Village” for its rich tuna harvests. Fishers in Wailihang rely on a traditional fishing method called handline fishing (pancing…
We invite you to support coastal communities in their commitment to sustainable and responsible fisheries management.
Get the opportunity to actively engage in fishery community development programs with experienced practitioners.
