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The Global Mangrove Alliance's local and global team that facilitates action towards our goals to restore half, double protection and halt loss. STEERING COMMITTEE Our work is only accomplished through true collaboration. The Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA) works behind the scenes through our Steering Committee and Working Groups . To scale mangrove conservation efforts, our work is carried out in partnership with Save Our Mangroves Now, The Mangrove Breakthrough, the NDC Task Force and more. Anete Berzina-Rodrigo IUCN Dominic Andradi-Brown World Wildlife Fund Emily Landis The Nature Conservancy Jayati Chourey SaciWaters Jen Howard Conservation International Julio Montes de Oca National Audubon Society Pieter van Eijk Wetlands International Working Group Tag WORKING GROUPS The Global Mangrove Alliance depends on Working Groups to facilitate action towards our goals to restore half, double protection and halt loss. Through the links below, learn more about each Working Group, how they connect to local action and how stakeholders can get involved. KEY PARTNERS

The GMA has projects and initiatives around the world led by members and national chapters. GLOBAL PROJECTS The GMA is made up of members and national chapters. Both are linked to global efforts through the international GMA team. They tailor approaches to local needs while incorporating local ecological knowledge and community input. GMA MEMBERS Members join in the efforts to raise the profile of mangroves and the threats facing these ecosystems. Our members collaborate on field work, policy initiatives and campaigns. NATIONAL CHAPTERS National Chapters reflect the grassroots momentum driving mangrove conservation at local levels. They form the GMA’s driving force, supported by local partners. MEMBER MAP This map below shows GMA Members as well as GMA National Chapters. Navigate to explore our global network and the countries in which we have mangrove projects. National Chapter BAHAMAS NATIONAL CHAPTER Established March 2024 Organizations Involved: Bonefish and Tarpon Trust, Perry Institute for Marine Science, Waterkeepers Bahamas, Friends of the Environment, Cape Eleuthera Institute. Co-led by Bonefish and Tarpon Trust. Focus : Currently, the chapter is focusing efforts in the Northern Bahamas (Grand Bahama and Abaco islands) to address damaged mangrove forests. Our approach relies on community led restoration where planning and implementation efforts are informed by local stakeholders. Our restoration crew includes local fishers and other ecosystem users. Advice to others: Bring large groups of stakeholders together to the restoration sites to see the collective efforts and results. Give participants the opportunity to use their skill-set to the advantage of the restoration goals, i.e. let boat captains be boat captains and share their expertise. Primary contact: Rashema Ingraham HELPFUL RESOURCES These are central resources to further your understanding of our membership model and the purpose and activity of our national chapters.

The regional reports bring together the latest local and scientific knowledge about restoration best-practices in one place. REGIONAL READINESS REPORTS MOBILIZING THE MANGROVE BREAKTHROUGH The Mangrove Breakthrough Regional Readiness Reports are strategic tools developed by global and regional experts to accelerate targeted mangrove action. These reports provide governments, donors, financial institutions and NGOs with clear region-specific pathways to scale up efforts in support of the Mangrove Breakthrough goals. Explore how countries in Asia, the Americas, and West Africa can halt mangrove loss and deliver tangible benefits for people and nature. REGIONAL REPORT AMERICAS COUNTRY SUMMARY REGIONAL REPORT ASIA COUNTRY SUMMARIES REGIONAL REPORT WEST AFRICA COUNTRY SUMMARIES Mexico Indonesia Philippines Brazil More Details on Regional Reports and Report Summaries REPORT KEY FEATURES Aligned with the Mangrove Breakthrough Financial Roadmap , the reports aim to help mobilize $4 billion to halt mangrove loss, restore 50% of recent loss and double protection. By highlighting actionable opportunities, local partnerships, and finance strategies, the reports guide investment into science-based, community-led mangrove initiatives, enabling large-scale impact across regions. What's inside the reports: Regional trends, threats, and investment opportunities for mangrove action Quantified benefits for people and ecosystems Country-specific summaries with enabling conditions and pathways to scale ASIA Susan Lusiana, Blue Carbon Senior Manager, Konservasi Indonesia “Asia’s vast and diverse mangroves are vital to the world’s coastal resilience. Our strength lies not in working alone, but in uniting the many efforts already in motion. It’s time to move beyond silos, to align our vision and actions. Asia must not only join the global mangrove movement — it must lead it.” AMERICAS Ixchel López, member of GMA Mexican Chapter and Oceans lead, WWF Mexico “The Mexico chapter of the GMA is working to ensure mangrove conservation and restoration become a national priority, integrating coastal communities, science and public policy. Our commitment is to promote national and regional strategies that recognize the ecological and social value of mangroves, strengthen legal protection and maintain participatory governance that delivers real benefits for both people and nature.” WEST AFRICA Ibrahima Thiam, Director Wetlands International West Africa “The Global Mangrove Alliance opened a new world frontier in the history of mangrove conservation and restoration. West Africa joined the movement with the creation of two GMA national chapters in Guinea Bissau and Senegal. Our partnerships are actively formulating their contribution to the GMA goals and the West Africa regional report is a critical milestone in this ambitious journey" ASIA REGION Regional Readiness Report This report outlines key opportunities, challenges and strategic priorities for mangrove conservation and restoration Across Asia, mapping pathways to accelerate progress towards Mangrove Breakthrough goals. English Country Summaries These report summaries for the Asia Regional Readiness Report are of high-potential countries with enabling conditions for accelerated mangrove action. The India summary is coming soon. Indonesia Philippines India Country Summaries COUNTRY PROPOSITIONS Local partners of the Global Mangrove Alliance, together with the Mangrove Breakthrough hub and others, are developing national program propositions that aim to mobilize a blend of public and private sector funding to drive large-scale action for mangroves in priority countries. Through a mix of interventions focused on conservation, restoration and “mangrove positive” economic development they enhance livelihoods for local and indigenous communities. Propositions have been developed for Mexico, Guinea-Bissau and Indonesia, with additional ones for Kenya, the Philippines and India underway. “The Regional Readiness Reports are blueprints to help donors, financial institutions, governments and NGOs align their resources and commitments—advancing the Mangrove Breakthrough into its next phase, driving system-level change across target regions, and delivering tangible benefits for frontline coastal communities and ecosystems.” Ignace Beguin, Director of the Mangrove Breakthrough "These reports answer the critical question of where and how we can most effectively accelerate mangrove action. “They point funders and decision-makers to opportunities and to places and partners ready to move.” Irene Kingma, Wetlands International KEY PARTNERS Supported by: The Mobilizing the Mangrove Breakthrough (MMB) is a project initiated by the Global Mangrove Alliance, supported by the Bezos Earth Fund. This initiative provides seed funding to develop propositions for programs at scale in an initial set of priority countries. This GMA-project is coordinated by Wetlands International in close collaboration with the Mangrove Breakthrough Secretariat.  The Regional Readiness Reports were led by Conservation International, working alongside national GMA chapters and a wide range of stakeholders.

Here you will find all mangrove related fact sheets produced the the GMA and partners, categorized by theme. FACT SHEETS Below you will find all mangrove related fact sheets. Each resource is categorized by theme. The links will take you to the downloadable files. To dive into our full resource library, click below. Explore Knowledge Hub General Protection Finance Nov 1, 2024 Alliance 2030 Goals Conservation Community; Finance Now, over 40% of remaining mangroves are formally protected for conservation purposes, and efforts to restore mangroves have surged, along with the tools and knowledge to support such restoration efforts. Read More Nov 1, 2024 GMA Resources Global Mangrove Alliance All the resources you will need when exploring mangrove restoration, protection and conservation! Read More May 1, 2024 Global Mangrove Watch Leaflet Global Mangrove Watch The online platform gives universal access to remote sensing data and tools to catalyze action to protect and restore mangroves. Read More Jun 1, 2020 SOMN Pamphlet Finance Creating partnerships to halt and reverse the loss of mangroves. Read More Jan 1, 2024 Principles for Ecosystem Restoration to Guide the UN Decade Global Mangrove Alliance Regardless of the type of land ownership and the types of stakeholders engaged, these principles can improve restoration outcomes for all types of projects, programmes and initiatives. Read More Aug 1, 2020 Future-Proofing Shrimp Supply Chains Finance We believe that safeguarding our ecosystems, securing labor and human rights, and driving sector-wide change can be achieved through sector-wide partnerships with private sector actors. Read More May 1, 2024 The Mangrove Breakthrough Two Pager A Community of Action dedicated to sustainably managing and increasing mangrove cover by 2030. GMW Read More Nov 1, 2022 GMA Tools to Support the Mangrove Breakthrough Tools by the Global Mangrove Alliance to support successful mangrove action. Protection; Resilience Read More Mar 1, 2022 The Mangrove Breakthrough Informational Deck Dedicated to sustainably managing and increasing mangrove cover by 2030. Conservation Community; Protection Read More Nov 1, 2021 The Mangrove Breakthrough Guiding Principles The Mangrove Breakthrough brings together technical experts, civil society organizations, financial institutions, governments, Indigenous Peoples and local communities and funding agencies to accelerate a comprehensive, coordinated, global approach to mangrove conservation and restoration at a scale that matters. Global Mangrove Alliance Read More Nov 1, 2021 The Socioeconomic Value of Mangroves: Western Indian Ocean For the communities of the Western Indian Ocean region, mangrove forests are essential ecosystems bound up with livelihoods, not only preserving coastal homes and mitigating the effects of climate change, but generating wealth through natural resources such as timber, fuelwood, fish, honey and traditional medicines. Presentation Read More

Here you will find all mangrove related guides produced the the GMA and partners, categorized by theme. GUIDES Below you will find all mangrove related guides. Each resource is categorized by theme. The links will take you to the downloadable files. To dive into our full resource library, click below. Explore Knowledge Hub General SOMN Protection Restoration Policy Apr 1, 2025 Supporting the Implementation of the Ramsar Convention Ramsar Convention; GMW Wetlands are critical resources for global biodiversity, water security, and carbon storage, but their global extent has declined by 35% from 1970 to 2015. Read More Feb 25, 2025 The High-Quality Blue Carbon Practitioners Guide Blue Carbon We are thrilled to announce that the High-Quality Blue Carbon (HQBC) Practitioners Guide is now available in an additional four languages - Spanish, Portuguese, French and Bahasa! Read More Sep 1, 2024 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystems into NBSAPs through the Global Mangrove Watch NBSAP; Global Mangrove Watch Coastal and marine Nature-based Solutions (NbS), such as the protection and restoration of mangroves and other blue carbon ecosystems - namely seagrasses and tidal salt marshes, are integral to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. Read More Aug 1, 2024 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystems into NDCs through the Global Mangrove Watch NDC; Global Mangrove Watch The Global Mangrove Watch represents a critical tool, based on the most accurate science, to support countries in the process of implementing, updating or revising their NDCs, and ratcheting up national and collective ambition on the potential of mangrove ecosystems for climate action. Read More Apr 1, 2024 Kujumuisha Maarifa ya Ikolojia ya Ndani - LEK Guide Swahili LEK Mwongozo wa Mazoea Bora ya Wataalamu na Watafiti. Read More Apr 1, 2024 Incluir el conocimiento ecológico local (CEL) - LEK Guide Spanish LEK Una guía de mejores prácticas para profesionales e investigadores. Read More Apr 1, 2024 Menyertakan Pengetahuan Ekologi Lokal - LEK Guide Bahasa LEK Manusia telah hidup bersama hutan bakau selama ribuan tahun, mengambil manfaat darinya, dan seringkali memberinya posisi penting dalam budaya dan adat setempat. Read More Feb 1, 2024 Including Local Ecological Knowledge in Mangrove Restoration Restoration; LEK A best practice guide for practitioners and researchers. Read More Nov 1, 2023 Mangrove Law and Policy Law; Global Mangrove Alliance Legal and policy frameworks that enable mangrove conservation, restoration and sustainable use, in support of global goals for climate, biodiversity and sustainable development. Read More Aug 1, 2023 Mangrove Restoration Tracker Tool Guide MRTT The MRTT has a flexible structure designed to capture field and desk-based data on mangrove restoration projects in a standardized format. The MRTT data entry portal and global restoration project database is hosted on the Global Mangrove Watch platform. Read More Apr 29, 2025 The Case for Mangrove-Related Indicators under the Global Goal on Adaptation This guidance document is intended to contribute to the refinement of indicators for measuring progress towards the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA). Mangrove Breakthrough; Policy Read More Apr 29, 2025 NDC Task Force Policy Guidance 2025 Countries have the opportunity to develop targets that outline goals to conserve, restore, and sustainably manage mangroves within Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) to the Paris Agreement. Mangrove Breakthrough; Policy Read More Apr 29, 2025 Template Language for Including Mangroves in NDCs This document provides mangrove-positive NDC template language for the conservation, restoration, and sustainable management of mangrove ecosystems that countries can choose from. Mangrove Breakthrough; Policy Read More Apr 29, 2025 Examples of Mangroves in NDCs This policy brief provides examples of mangrove-positive NDC targets that countries have previously submitted to the UNFCCC. Mangrove Breakthrough; Policy Read More Apr 1, 2025 Supporting the Implementation of the Ramsar Convention Wetlands are critical resources for global biodiversity, water security, and carbon storage, but their global extent has declined by 35% from 1970 to 2015. Policy; Global Mangrove Watch Read More Sep 1, 2024 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystems into NBSAPs through the Global Mangrove Watch Coastal and marine Nature-based Solutions (NbS), such as the protection and restoration of mangroves and other blue carbon ecosystems - namely seagrasses and tidal salt marshes, are integral to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. Policy; Global Mangrove Watch; Protection Read More Aug 1, 2024 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystems into NDCs through the Global Mangrove Watch The Global Mangrove Watch represents a critical tool, based on the most accurate science, to support countries in the process of implementing, updating or revising their NDCs, and ratcheting up national and collective ambition on the potential of mangrove ecosystems for climate action. Policy; Global Mangrove Watch; Protection Read More Nov 1, 2023 Mangrove Law and Policy Legal and policy frameworks that enable mangrove conservation, restoration and sustainable use, in support of global goals for climate, biodiversity and sustainable development. GMA; Policy Read More Jun 1, 2023 Strengthening Action on the Ocean Under the UNFCCC This paper summarizes the key entry points within existing UNFCCC processes and negotiations where management actions concerning coastal and marine ecosystems can play a productive role in climate action. Finance; Policy Read More Nov 1, 2022 The Mangrove Breakthrough – Catalyzing Global and National Ambitions The Mangrove Breakthrough is a Community of Action dedicated to sustainably managing and increasing mangrove cover by 2030 by catalyzing a $4 billion shared global goal. Policy Read More Sep 3, 2021 Why Mangroves Matter for Biodiversity It illustrates the contribution of mangrove ecosystems towards the achievement of multiple goals, targets and associated indicators towards the achievement of the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework’s vision of a world of “Living in harmony with nature.” Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More May 1, 2021 Belize Forest Protection of Mangroves The Belize Government undertook a review and updating of its mangrove regulations. The new mangrove regulations went through an arduous process of consultation and validation to place greater emphasis on the management and conservation. Policy Read More Mar 1, 2021 Moçambique Policy Brief II Que caminhos a seguir: como valorizar e apoiar o valor económico dos mangais de forma sustentável e inclusiva. Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Tanzania Mangroves are essential to the economy of Tanzania and the livelihoods of its citizens representing up to US $10.3 million per year in direct use of natural resources for the Rufiji Delta alone. Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Kenya How can the legal and policy framework be strengthened to ensure sustainable use and conservation of mangroves? Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Madagascar Le cadre juridique et politique devront être renforcés pour assurer l'utilisation durable des mangroves? Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Moçambique Como pode o quadro jurídico e político ser reforçado para garantir o uso sustentável e a conservação dos mangais? Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2025 Blue Carbon Academy Restoration A practical learning platform that provides essential practical knowledge, designed to support early-stage blue carbon projects and drastically improve their success rates. Read More Apr 25, 2024 Climate-Smart Mangrove Tool Resilience; Restoration A decision support tool for guiding climate-smart mangrove conservation, restoration and management. Read More Aug 1, 2022 Community Based Restoration in Bangladesh – BEDS Restoration The mangrove ecosystem in Bangladesh have come under severe pressure due to climatic and anthropogenic reasons. Read More Jul 2, 2022 The Blue Guide to Coastal Resilience Conservation Community; Resilience Nature-based solutions can protect life and property from disaster risk through the protection, sustainable management and restoration of both natural and modified ecosystems. Read More Jan 1, 2022 Manual for the Ecological Restoration of Mangroves Restoration This manual contributes to strengthening local, national, and regional capacities for the eco- logical restoration of mangroves and the ecosystem services they provide in the MAR and the Wider Caribbean region. Read More Dec 1, 2021 Manual para la Restauración Ecológica de Manglares Restoration Este manual contribuye a fortalecer las capacidades locales, nacionales y regionales para la res- tauración ecológica y servicios ecosistémicos que proporcionan los manglares de la región del SAM y del Gran Caribe. Read More Aug 27, 2021 ‘Permeable Structures’ Technical Guidelines Restoration By sharing our lessons learnt in these practical guidelines, we aim to enable replication by government agencies, the water and aquaculture sector and NGOs. Read More Aug 2, 2021 ‘Systems Understanding’ Technical Guidelines Restoration Nature-based solutions such as Building with Nature are increasingly popular across the world. More and more projects aim to include natural functions in infrastructure development in a better way. Read More Jan 1, 2021 Ecosystem Risk Assessment in Ecosystem Restoration Restoration; Science A guide to applying the Red List of Ecosystems to ecosystem restoration. Read More Sep 1, 2024 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystems into NBSAPs through the Global Mangrove Watch Coastal and marine Nature-based Solutions (NbS), such as the protection and restoration of mangroves and other blue carbon ecosystems - namely seagrasses and tidal salt marshes, are integral to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement. Policy; Global Mangrove Watch; Protection Read More Aug 1, 2024 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystems into NDCs through the Global Mangrove Watch The Global Mangrove Watch represents a critical tool, based on the most accurate science, to support countries in the process of implementing, updating or revising their NDCs, and ratcheting up national and collective ambition on the potential of mangrove ecosystems for climate action. Policy; Global Mangrove Watch; Protection Read More Oct 31, 2021 Sustainable Aquaculture’ Technical Guidelines By sharing our lessons learnt in these practical guidelines, we aim to enable replication by government agencies, the water and aquaculture sector and NGOs. Conservation Community; Protection Read More Oct 27, 2021 Associated Mangrove Aquaculture Farms’ Technical Guidelines These guidelines are based on insights and lessons learnt during the implementation of a district scale pilot in Central Java as part of the Building with Nature Indonesia programme. Conservation Community; Protection Read More Jul 2, 2021 ‘Building with Nature Approach’ Technical Guidelines Building with Nature measures need to be part of integrated coastal zone management and require a thorough problem understanding and system analysis. Protection; Resilience Read More May 1, 2021 Guiding Principles: Sustainable Mangrove Ecosystem Management To achieve this, policy and legislation need to incentivize sustainable mangrove ecosystem management but also address threats and drivers of mangrove loss and degradation. Save our Mangroves Now; Protection Read More May 5, 2020 Future-Proofing Shrimp Supply Chains To protect the resource base for future generations, we need to collectively stop natural ecosystem conversion for food production and produce more food using less land, water, and energy. Protection; Science Read More Feb 16, 2022 Mangrove Principles – Acknowledgements The intent of this guide is to develop a set of mangrove principles that provide state-of-the-art guidance and bundle major recommendations of the global mangrove community on what sustainable mangrove management should entail. Save our Mangroves Now Read More Sep 3, 2021 Why Mangroves Matter for Biodiversity It illustrates the contribution of mangrove ecosystems towards the achievement of multiple goals, targets and associated indicators towards the achievement of the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework’s vision of a world of “Living in harmony with nature.” Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More May 1, 2021 Guiding Principles: Sustainable Mangrove Ecosystem Management To achieve this, policy and legislation need to incentivize sustainable mangrove ecosystem management but also address threats and drivers of mangrove loss and degradation. Save our Mangroves Now; Protection Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Tanzania Mangroves are essential to the economy of Tanzania and the livelihoods of its citizens representing up to US $10.3 million per year in direct use of natural resources for the Rufiji Delta alone. Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Kenya How can the legal and policy framework be strengthened to ensure sustainable use and conservation of mangroves? Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Madagascar Le cadre juridique et politique devront être renforcés pour assurer l'utilisation durable des mangroves? Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Moçambique Como pode o quadro jurídico e político ser reforçado para garantir o uso sustentável e a conservação dos mangais? Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Read More

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Browse GMA interviews below. From Indonesia to Argentina, there are incredible efforts to conserve and protect mangroves occurring around the world. INTERVIEWS Browse Global Mangrove Alliance interviews below. From Indonesia to Argentina, there are incredible efforts to conserve and protect mangroves occurring around the world. Explore the Full Newsroom Interested in a specific topic? Navigate by theme! National Chapter Update (24) 24 posts COP (18) 18 posts Global Mangrove Watch (18) 18 posts State of the World's Mangroves (17) 17 posts The Mangrove Breakthrough (15) 15 posts World Mangrove Day (15) 15 posts Restoration (12) 12 posts Risk Reduction (12) 12 posts Blue Carbon (11) 11 posts Award (8) 8 posts Holiday (8) 8 posts Guide (7) 7 posts SOMN (7) 7 posts World Wetlands Day (7) 7 posts Sustainable Development Goals (3) 3 posts

National Chapters and Implementation develops national chapters aligned with national goals and synergies with the GMA goals. THE NATIONAL CHAPTERS & IMPLEMENTATION WORKING GROUP The GMA recognizes that to be able to meet the ambitious goals we need to support on the ground actions to halt losses, increase protections and promote science-based restoration. The joint working group of National Chapters and Implementation, supports the development of national chapters of the Global Mangrove Alliance which includes defining the national goals pertaining to mangroves and synergies with the GMA goals. In parallel to the formation of the national chapters, we are conducting a stocktake of the GMA members’ skill-sets. Through this process we are able to identify common and unique needs of the different national chapters, which we can then match with the different skills and expertise within different GMA working groups and inside, and outside of, GMA member organizations and individuals. With the overall aim of facilitating implementation of on the ground activities to support both national and global goals. Activities: Support the development of National Chapters of the Global Mangrove Alliance Identify national priorities and how they link to the GMA Goals Identify and understand the needs of individual National Chapters that will allow them to meet national and GMA goals Identify common needs across National Chapters and link them to expertise inside and outside the GMA – as identified in country roadmaps and other materials developed during their formation. Stocktake to know the skill sets available within the GMA to match them with the needs of chapters Support actions to achieve the GMA Goals Work with National Chapters to provide input on and co-create GMA tools, products, and research Support activities that integrate with the other GMA working groups Working Group Leads Join efforts to conserve and protect mangroves, collaborate on field work and partner on policy initiatives. Explore GMA Membership Subscribe to GMA Newsletter

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We work in partnership to reverse the decline of mangrove habitats in the West Indian Ocean and across the globe. SAVE OUR MANGROVES NOW! We work in partnership to reverse the decline of mangrove habitats in the West Indian Ocean and across the globe in an effort to restore biodiversity, protect livelihoods and mitigate against the impacts of the climate crisis. Latest SOMN News Latest SOMN Resources Survival artists, nature’s kindergarten, climate savers – mangroves are versatile superheroes. They are habitat and nursery for over 3,000 fish species, can store 3 to 5 times more carbon per area than tropical upland forests and provide livelihoods for over 120 million people. But this unique ecosystem is under threat - more than a third of all mangrove forests have disappeared since the mid-20th century due to agriculture, logging and urbanization. If present deforestation rates continue, all mangroves could be lost by the end of this century. MANGROVES MATTER BIODIVERSITY HERO Our vision is a world in which thriving mangrove habitats exist in harmony with the communities they support.  With a focus on the Western Indian Ocean, the Save Our Mangroves Now initiative unites governments, conservation specialists and coastal communities through a shared goal to conserve and restore mangrove habitats.  We combine our vision with a mission to facilitate policies, programmes and investments that regenerate mangrove ecosystems, tackle climate change and sustain livelihoods. Our goal is to embed and strengthen ambitious objectives on mangrove conservation in international and national political agendas such as the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) , the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and the Paris Agreement . The UN decades on Ocean Science and Ecosystem Restoration present additional global frameworks for accelerating action on sustainable mangrove management. With the elaboration of the post-2020 strategic framework of the CBD, the upcoming Global Stocktake and Ocean Dialogue under the Paris Agreement, and the expiration of several targets under SDG14 (Life Below Water) , it is vital that marine and coastal nature-based solutions such as mangroves gain importance in political decision making. We provide guidance for decision makers on why and how to protect mangroves – for securing livelihoods, conserving biodiversity and addressing climate change. And we call on them for action. International policy We believe that a regional approach is needed to effectively halt mangrove loss and support the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region to become a champion in mangrove conservation. Our engagement with a variety of stakeholders – from academics to law professionals, field developers, government officials, policymakers and representatives of the private sector – facilitates exchange and supports regional networks, paving the way for mainstreaming mangrove conservation into national strategies. We support capacity development in the Western Indian Ocean, following the needs identified by the regional stakeholders themselves. Measures include undertaking assessments of national legal frameworks and the socio-economic value of mangroves in the region, as well as mapping mangrove extent to determine future losses and gains. We also support lighthouse projects to foster innovation, identify best practices, and bridge the science-policy gap – for example in Kenya, where we engaged the mapping and assessment of carbon stocks in Lamu´s mangroves. At the same time, and together with our partners, we prepare the ground to integrate the results into national policy. National policy and regional cooperation Our political goals, and ultimately their implementation on the ground, can only be achieved through broad cooperation with a large array of stakeholders. One of our essential tasks is therefore to build and facilitate partnerships with actors at all levels, to make sure that mangroves are recognized for the benefits they provide to people and nature, and that their protection receives adequate attention and funding. We support the broad and ambitious approach of the Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA) , which brings together leading conservation NGOs and provides a strategic platform for the global alignment of mangrove agendas. In the Western Indian Ocean, our natural partner is the WIO Mangrove Network , which holds the biggest expertise and experience on mangrove conservation and restoration. Knowledge exchange is a crucial factor of successful cooperation. We are dedicated to creating opportunities for exchange, improving knowledge accessibility for all stakeholders, and helping close existing knowledge gaps on mangrove protection. Partnerships TEXT HERE OUR CAMPAIGN LEK GUIDE Publications Reports Mangrove forests are some of the most complex and awe-inducing ecosystems in the world. About 5% of the 14.5 million hectares of mangroves worldwide are located in the Western Indian Ocean (WIO) region. Within that region, 99% of mangroves – some 745,518 ha – are found in Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique and Tanzania. Mangrove forests provide immense value to the coastal communities within these countries. In addition to being a source of food – providing nurseries and habitat for fish and crustaceans amongst a wealth of other species – mangroves maintain the livelihoods of hundreds of thousands of people across the region, supporting industries such as fishing, beekeeping and tourism. This report offers an overview of our work, bringing together data on extent, loss and gains, and the socio-economic value of mangroves in the region, as well as governance challenges and policy opportunities. OUR LATEST STUDY Read More Nico Matheis nico.matheis@wwf-germany.de International WWF Centre of Marine Conservation Mönckebergstr. 27 20095 Hamburg Germany Anete Berzina-Rodrigo Anete.BERZINA@iucn.org IUCN | Global Office Rue Mauverney 28, 1196 Gland, Switzerland Ana Colorado McEvoy Ana.Colorado@wetlands.org Wetlands International | Global Office P.O. Box 471, 6700 AL Wageningen, The Netherlands Anna-Lena Klaßen-Azabdaftari anna-lena.klassen@bmz.bund.de Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development 8BMZ Dahlmannstraße 4 53113 Bonn Germany News SOMN THE LATEST NEWS 1 2 Resources SOMN THE LATEST RESOURCES Publications Guides Reports Fact Sheet Jun 20, 2022 The State of Mangroves in the Western Indian Ocean Science; Save our Mangroves Now This report aims to provide a common knowledge base for planning and decision making, but also provide specific recommendations to support integration of mangroves across policies and plans. Read More Nov 1, 2021 Kenya Policy Brief Policy; Save our Mangroves Now This policy brief informs decision makers on the need to incorporate material and intangible values to mangrove and presents key findings of a study on socio-economic role of mangroves and the governance framework in Kenya. Read More May 1, 2021 Socio-economic Role of Mangroves in Kenya Save our Mangroves Now This work is part of the “Save Our Mangroves Now!” joint commitment whose main aim it to upscale and focus global efforts to stop and reverse the decrease and degradation of mangrove habitats. Read More May 1, 2021 Socio-economic Role of Mangroves in Madgascar Save our Mangroves Now En outre, certaines lois et réglementations doivent être révisées et établies pour améliorer l’efficacité économique, et garantir l’équité dans le partage des bénéfices et la qualité de l’environnement. Read More May 1, 2021 Socio-economic Role of Mangroves in Mozambique Save our Mangroves Now This report seeks to understand how the legal, political and strategic framework of Mozambique addresses the relevance of mangroves and their resources. Read More May 1, 2021 Socio-economic Role of Mangroves in Tanzania Save our Mangroves Now This report is for Tanzania, underpinning the ‘national case’ and identifying the ‘key entry points’ for maximizing the socio-economic benefits and values and appraising the conservation framework. Read More Mar 1, 2021 Policy Brief for Madagascar Policy; Save our Mangroves Now Suite à ce constat, l’approche de conservation des mangroves a évolué à Madagascar. Read More Mar 1, 2021 Policy Brief Tanzania Policy; Save our Mangroves Now In mainland Tanzania, National estimate of 2015 indicates that there is about 158100 ha of mangroves, implying a significant increase from the earlier estimate of 115475 ha. Read More Jul 1, 2020 Raíces entreveradas y mareas cambiantes: Gobernanza para la conservacion y el uso sostenible de los manglares Policy; Save our Mangroves Now A pesar de la plétora de leyes aplicables, los manglares siguen deteriorándose con rapidez debido a la urbanización, el crecimiento demográfico y el desarrollo insostenible. Read More Jul 1, 2020 Racines enchevêtrées et marées changeantes: Gouvernance des mangroves pour la conservation et l'utilisation durable Policy; Save our Mangroves Now Malgré la pléthore de lois applicables, les mangroves continuent de se détériorer rapidement, sous l’effet de l’urbanisation, de la croissance démographique et d’un développement non durable. Read More Jul 1, 2020 Raízes Emaranhadas e Mudanças das Marés: Governança dos mangais para a conservacao e uso sustentavel Policy; Save our Mangroves Now Apesar da abundância das leis aplicáveis, os mangais continuam a se deteriorar rapidamente, impulsionados pela urbanização, crescimento populacional e desenvolvimento insustentável. Read More Feb 24, 2020 Training of Tanzanian Mangrove Stakeholders: Conservation and Restoration Restoration; Save our Mangroves Now We join forces with other mangrove conservation stakeholders to connect the needs of nature and people by giving voice and showing solutions to the current environmental challenges. Read More Feb 16, 2022 Mangrove Principles – Acknowledgements Save our Mangroves Now The intent of this guide is to develop a set of mangrove principles that provide state-of-the-art guidance and bundle major recommendations of the global mangrove community on what sustainable mangrove management should entail. Read More Sep 3, 2021 Why Mangroves Matter for Biodiversity Save our Mangroves Now; Policy It illustrates the contribution of mangrove ecosystems towards the achievement of multiple goals, targets and associated indicators towards the achievement of the Post-2020 Global Biodiversity Framework’s vision of a world of “Living in harmony with nature.” Read More May 1, 2021 Guiding Principles: Sustainable Mangrove Ecosystem Management Save our Mangroves Now; Protection To achieve this, policy and legislation need to incentivize sustainable mangrove ecosystem management but also address threats and drivers of mangrove loss and degradation. Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Tanzania Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Mangroves are essential to the economy of Tanzania and the livelihoods of its citizens representing up to US $10.3 million per year in direct use of natural resources for the Rufiji Delta alone. Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Kenya Save our Mangroves Now; Policy How can the legal and policy framework be strengthened to ensure sustainable use and conservation of mangroves? Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Madagascar Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Le cadre juridique et politique devront être renforcés pour assurer l'utilisation durable des mangroves? Read More Dec 1, 2019 Mangrove Governance and Conservation --Moçambique Save our Mangroves Now; Policy Como pode o quadro jurídico e político ser reforçado para garantir o uso sustentável e a conservação dos mangais? Read More Oct 1, 2022 SOMN Regional Publication Save our Mangroves Now This report offers an overview of the work by the Save our Mangroves Now! (SOMN) initiative in the region to date, bringing together data on extent, loss and gains, and the socio-economic value of mangroves in the region. Read More Feb 1, 2022 Towards a Regional Mangrove Vision and Action Plan Save our Mangroves Now Mangrove forests are extraordinary ecosystems, providing a wide range of benefits to humans, including exceptional carbon sequestration and protection against climate change impacts. Read More Mar 25, 2021 Towards a Regional Mangrove Vision – Discussion paper Save our Mangroves Now Creating awareness and strengthening governance capacities at the regional, national and local levels and exchange of data and information between the scientific community and policy makers can help ensure a coordinated and cooperative protection of mangroves that is grounded in science. Read More Nov 1, 2021 The Socioeconomic Value of Mangroves: Western Indian Ocean Presentation; Save our Mangroves Now For the communities of the Western Indian Ocean region, mangrove forests are essential ecosystems bound up with livelihoods, not only preserving coastal homes and mitigating the effects of climate change, but generating wealth through natural resources such as timber, fuelwood, fish, honey and traditional medicines. Read More Jun 1, 2020 SOMN Pamphlet Finance; Save Our Mangroves Now Creating partnerships to halt and reverse the loss of mangroves. Read More

Information on global mangrove initiatives. Dive into tools, mapping features, collaboration efforts and more. MANGROVE INITIATIVES Here you will find information surrounding global mangrove initiatives. Dive into tools, mapping features, collaboration efforts and more. Navigate by thematic content at the bottom of the page. Explore the Full Newsroom Interested in a specific topic? Navigate by theme! National Chapter Update (24) 24 posts COP (18) 18 posts Global Mangrove Watch (18) 18 posts State of the World's Mangroves (17) 17 posts The Mangrove Breakthrough (15) 15 posts World Mangrove Day (15) 15 posts Restoration (12) 12 posts Risk Reduction (12) 12 posts Blue Carbon (11) 11 posts Award (8) 8 posts Holiday (8) 8 posts Guide (7) 7 posts SOMN (7) 7 posts World Wetlands Day (7) 7 posts Sustainable Development Goals (3) 3 posts

THE LEARNING AND KNOWLEDGE WORKING GROUP We are the Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA) Learning & Knowledge Working Group, and our role is straightforward but essential. There is already a wealth of science, guidance, and tools on mangrove restoration and conservation — but these only have real impact when they are adapted to the realities of each place and effectively shared across communities, practitioners, and decision-makers. That is why we work with national and local experts: to listen, to learn, and to connect ideas, experiences, and solutions that might otherwise remain isolated. Our added value is in creating these links across countries and contexts, through collaborative platforms, knowledge exchanges, and capacity-building initiatives that make sure that lessons learned in one place can inspire and inform others. We facilitate peer-to-peer learning, document best practices, and translate technical knowledge into practical guidance tailored to different ecological and socio-economic contexts. By grounding global learning in local expertise and experience, we can help make mangrove restoration more effective, relevant, and lasting — ultimately supporting healthier coastal ecosystems, more resilient communities, and scaled conservation impact worldwide. Working Group Lead Join efforts to conserve and protect mangroves, collaborate on field work and partner on policy initiatives. Explore GMA Membership Subscribe to GMA Newsletter