From fishers to sea rangers: a new wave in marine stewardship
摘要
The Sea Ranger concept transforms coastal small-scale fishers into active marine stewards. It creates professional opportunities that support the sustainable use and conservation of marine resources while providing fishers with alternative income to secure long-term livelihoods. Developed in the Baltic Sea, the approach demonstrates how locally grounded, participatory stewardship can enhance marine conservation outcomes and offers a scalable model for coastal regions globally.