What We Do

Guardianas del Estuario's Services and Programs

Overview

Guardianas del Estuario develops and executes integrated actions that combine scientific research, community-based work, and women’s empowerment to conserve estuarine ecosystems. The project works directly with fisherwomen, youth, and coastal communities, promoting knowledge generation, strengthening local capacities, and increasing the visibility of women’s roles in fisheries and estuarine economic activities.

Our Work

Research and Scientific Dissemination

The project employs participatory research and monitoring approaches focused on estuarine species and mangrove ecosystem dynamics. Women fishers actively engage in data collection, species monitoring, and result interpretation, combining scientific knowledge with local insights. The findings are shared through accessible science communication products for communities, students, decision-makers, and the scientific community.

Who it benefits

Women fishers, researchers, students, and environmental managers.

What sets us apart

Community-driven science rooted in the territory.

Women’s Empowerment

Guardianas del Estuario develops workshops and capacity-building initiatives aimed at fisherwomen, focusing on enhancing their skills, leadership, and well-being. These activities cover topics such as sexual and reproductive health, fisheries product processing, diversified livelihoods, and organizational strengthening, tailored to needs identified collaboratively with the communities.

Who it benefits

Women fishers and their families.

What sets us apart

A holistic approach linking well-being, livelihoods, and conservation.

Fieldwork and University Engagement

The project arranges field trips and academic exchanges with university students from diverse disciplines, providing opportunities for practical learning and knowledge transfer between academia and coastal communities. Each field experience is carefully planned to combine educational activities, fieldwork, and critical reflection on estuarine ecosystems.

Who it benefits

University students, educators, and host communities.

What sets us apart

Experiential learning rooted in local contexts.

Advocacy and Partnership

Guardianas del Estuario engages in national and international forums, conferences, and platforms to highlight the work of fishwomen, share lessons learned, and promote community-based conservation approaches. Likewise, the project encourages partnerships with organisations, universities, and collectives to strengthen collaborative networks and broaden the impact of its actions.

Who it benefits

Communities, partner organisations, and decision-makers

What sets us apart

Bridging local action and global advocacy.

Blue Club

Blue Club is a university-based space promoted by Guardianas del Estuario to connect young people committed to marine and coastal conservation. Through activities, exchanges, training, and community experiences, the Blue Club seeks to strengthen youth leadership, promote collective learning, and create real actions in favor of aquatic ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.