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Sea Urchins

Balancing ecosystem health with local economies through responsible harvesting and habitat protection.

Ecological Role

How urchins interact with kelp forests and reefs, and why balanced populations matter.

Sea Urchins — Ecological Role

Sustainable Harvesting

Best-practice guidelines, permitting, and traceability to protect stocks and communities.

Sea Urchins — Sustainable Harvesting

Why Sea Urchins Matters

Key benefits driving impact for people and nature.

Community Impact

Empowers local livelihoods and strengthens stewardship of natural resources.

Environmental Gains

Protects biodiversity, improves water quality, and supports resilient ecosystems.

Climate Benefits

Reduces emissions and enhances carbon sequestration through nature-based solutions.

Economic Opportunities

Unlocks sustainable value chains and market access for communities.

Education & Awareness

Builds knowledge through training, workshops, and youth engagement.

Policy & Governance

Aligns practices with local policies and fosters transparent governance.

How It Works

Our approach from co-design to scale.

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Assess & Co-design

Engage communities to understand needs, map assets, and co-create goals.

2

Pilot & Iterate

Start small, test approaches, and refine based on feedback and data.

3

Scale What Works

Expand successful models with training, partnerships, and financing.

4

Monitor & Learn

Track outcomes, share insights openly, and adapt for long-term success.

Impact in Numbers

120+
People Trained
40%
Waste Reduced
18ha
Habitat Restored
6
Active Sites

Showcasing Our Work

A glimpse into initiatives and community efforts related to sea urchins.

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FAQs

What is the focus of Sea Urchins?
An overview of how sea urchins advances community wellbeing and ecological outcomes.
How can I get involved?
Join as a volunteer, partner on pilots, or support through donations and advocacy.
What resources do you provide?
Toolkits, training materials, and technical guidance tailored to local contexts.

Join Us in Driving Sea Urchins

Partner with us, volunteer, or spread the word—small actions add up to meaningful impact.

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