Several important reasons why sharks are not to be killed and consumed.
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Four Simple Ideas to Upcycle Textile Waste
Ever wonder what to do with all of your unused, old clothes at home? Donating is one way to prevent them from going into landfills while also helping those in need. Another way is by upcycling them into new products, this is a fun activity that you can do at home using only simple tools and basic sewing skills. Below we show you some creative upcycling ideas:
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What Working in Anambas has Taught me about Rural Island Communities and Marine Conservation
This past year of living on a remote island has taught me a lot, not just about marine conservation but also working alongside local island communities.
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A Small Group of Women in Kiabu Leading the Drive Towards Cleaner Village
Part of the waste management program is educating and raising the community’s awareness on types of waste, waste sorting at home and waste problems. Through this community-based approach members of Komunitas Kiabu Bersih, and the village, gain an understanding of why inorganic waste like plastics, rubber and electronics should not be dumped into the ocean, a harmful practice they used to do in the past.
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Creating the First Marine Debris Database in Anambas Islands
There are many different variations of marine debris we have discovered to date, ranging from food wrappers, plastic bottles to styrofoam, some are even decades old. We quite often also find discarded nets, fishing gears and life vests that have been left abandoned in the ocean by irresponsible fishermen.
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Reportage: First KELAUT Activity in Kiabu Village
KELAUT, which stands for Kelas Alam dan Laut (Nature and Marine Class) is the latest activity under our marine conservation program that educates schoolchildren in Anambas villages.
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Questions Regarding Waste Bank in Anambas Islands, Answered
Everything you need to know about our new waste bank initiative in Kiabu Village.
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Notes from the Anambas: Reflecting on Second Term of 2021
The highlights of the second term of 2021.
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Reportage: World Cleanup Day 2021 Events in Kiabu and Tarempa
This September marked the first time Kiabu Village took part in World Cleanup Day.
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Advocating For Sustainable Menstruation in Kiabu Village
In Kiabu, non-recyclable waste like used pads are incinerated, an environmentally unfriendly waste management practice that can affect the physical well-being of the community and lead to air, land and water pollutions.