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Federated States of Micronesia
Yap International Waters Project
The primary focus of the IWP in the Federated States of Micronesia is to promote the many benefits associated with establishing Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMAs).
The project team is collecting and sharing information regarding the effectiveness
of LMMAs with several host communities in Yap. One of the main goals is
for citizens and visitors to Yap to understand the existence of LMMAs
and why several municipalities have chosen this as a tool to promote sustainable
fisheries in their communities. The benefits of a successful project will
create even healthier marine ecosystems while also promoting tourism and
other opportunities. (information courtesy of Lisa Kristine Johnson from
the Yap State Environmental Protection Agency)
IWP Yap News (courtesy of Lisa K. Johnson, Yap State Environmental Protection Agency)