By: Siti Zulaeha MDPI continues its journey to improve financial literacy and the welfare of fishing families, though there are still areas for further development. Collaboration with stakeholders, especially synergy with fishers, fuels the ongoing pursuit of sustainable fisheries. The southern part of Seram Island in Maluku is one of four locations in Indonesia certified…
by: Zaki Tristi MDPI participated in LAKSMI TALKS #6, a virtual event held on Thursday (29/08), focusing on “Gender Equality and Women Entrepreneurs in Indonesia’s Fisheries Sector.” This discussion forum brought together various stakeholders to share experiences and strategies for advancing women’s roles in the fisheries industry. Nilam Ratnawati, MDPI’s Fisheries Community Organization Lead, was…
by: Zaki Tristi Denpasar, August 22, 2024 – The Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries recognized MDPI for its consistent dedication in assisting small-scale tuna fishers with logbook compliance. The award was presented during the 2024 Technical Meeting on Fishing Logbook, held at the Grand Keisha Hotel in Yogyakarta from August 20-23. Aris Budiarto, Head…
by Siti Zulaeha, Livelihood Officer MDPI Starting a fish processing business is not easy, but it is not impossible. For fishing families, a fish processing business can increase the market value of the fish they trade. However, coastal communities need strong business skills to ensure their processed products are accepted by the market. An example…
MDPI is proud to announce the celebration of its 11th anniversary with the theme “11 Inspiring Years.” This year’s celebration features two key activities: an internal session led by MDPI Director Yasmine Simbolon and the simultaneous screening of the documentary film “Pulau Plastik” across eight provinces where MDPI operates. As part of the anniversary celebration,…
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