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Dive into all of the publications produced by the GMA and associated partners. PUBLICATIONS Below you will find all mangrove related publications. 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 Science Protection Policy Oct 1, 2022 SOMN Regional Publication 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. Save our Mangroves Now Read More Feb 1, 2022 Towards a Regional Mangrove Vision and Action Plan Mangrove forests are extraordinary ecosystems, providing a wide range of benefits to humans, including exceptional carbon sequestration and protection against climate change impacts. Save our Mangroves Now Read More Mar 25, 2021 Towards a Regional Mangrove Vision – Discussion paper 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. Save our Mangroves Now Read More Jun 3, 2025 International Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Conference The urgency is clear. We stand at a turning point. Yet, the opportunity is equally immense. Protection; Conservation Read More Apr 28, 2025 Mangrove Best Practices: Energy Efficient Cookstoves Fuelwood collection from mangrove forests has long been essential for communities in Lamu, Kenya—but it has also contributed to severe forest degradation. To address this, Wetlands International launched a community-led initiative to introduce energy-efficient cookstoves, dramatically reducing the demand for mangrove wood while improving household health and resilience. Protection; Resilience Read More Apr 28, 2025 Mangrove Best Practices: Savings and Loans Groups In many mangrove-dependent communities, the lack of access to affordable finance drives overexploitation of mangroves and other natural resources. Wetlands International’s Savings and Loans Groups initiative helps communities develop sustainable livelihoods, reducing their reliance on mangrove resources. Protection; Resilience Read More Apr 28, 2025 Mangrove Best Practice: Mangrove School Clubs Young people are among our most powerful allies in securing the future of mangroves. Through our Mangrove School Clubs initiatives, we work with schools across Senegal, The Gambia, Guinea Bissau, and Tanzania to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards. Protection; Resilience Read More Jun 20, 2023 Executive Summary Best Practice Mangrove Restoration Guidelines This is a joint product developed by the Global Mangrove Alliance and the Blue Carbon Initiative and led by the University of Queensland, Conservation International, Wetlands International, Blue Marine Foundation and the International Blue Carbon Institute. Restoration; Protection Read More Jan 11, 2023 Best Practice Guidelines for Mangrove Restoration Mangrove restoration efforts that are thoughtfully planned out, based on proven methods, and stimulate a feeling of stewardship over the area are more likely to result in a sizable, diverse, functional, and self-sustaining mangrove that offers the desired benefits for nature and people. Restoration; Protection Read More Jun 23, 2021 Co-benefits of Protecting Mangroves for Biodiversity and Carbon Storage The conservation of ecosystems and their biodiversity has numerous co-benefits, both for local societies and for humankind worldwide. Protection; Resilience Read More Sep 5, 2023 Mangrove Breakthrough: Financial Roadmap Policy; Protection The Breakthrough aims to provide a global compass for the international community, driving concerted action towards its shared goals through five critical pathways: Read More Oct 26, 2022 Drivers of Global Mangrove Loss and Gain Policy; Protection This assesses the relationship between socioeconomic and biophysical variables and mangrove change across coastal geomorphic units worldwide from 1996 to 2016. Read More May 12, 2020 Blood-free Honey Policy; Protection How a safer harvesting program is reducing deadly human-tiger conflicts. Read More May 20, 2025 First International Mangrove Conference Outcomes Report Delegates to the 1st International Mangrove Conservation and Restoration Conference (IMCRC), representing governments, research institutions, non governmental organisations, civil society, and the private sector from across the globe, gathered in Abu Dhabi in December 2024. Science Read More Oct 9, 2021 Bird Rookery Nutrient Over-enrichment: Mangrove Decline in Belize Coastal eutrophication is an issue of serious global concern and although nutrient subsidies can enhance primary productivity of coastal wetlands, they can be detrimental to their long-term maintenance. Science Read More Oct 1, 2021 Conceptualizing Ecosystem Degradation using Mangrove Forests Our conceptual framework facilitates scientists, conservation practitioners, and other stakeholders in considering multiple aspects of ecosystems to better assess system status and holistically evaluate degradation. Science Read More Oct 1, 2021 Functional Traits of Terrestrial Plants in the Intertidal True mangroves are vascular plants (Tracheophyta) that evolved into inhabiting the mid and upper intertidal zone of tropical and subtropical soft-sediment coasts around the world. Science Read More Aug 1, 2021 Are Crab-collectors in Mangroves of Northern Brazil Optimal Foragers? To better understand the spatial patterns of use of this natural resource as basis for sustainable resource-management, we used a combination of GPS-tracking, field observations, semi-structured interviews and participatory mapping with crab-collectors. Science Read More Jun 8, 2021 Crab-driven processing and Leaf Litter While hypotheses for why it is advantageous for a crab to store litter inside the burrow have been proposed, they have hardly ever been rigorously tested. Science Read More Apr 18, 2021 The Benefits of Combining Global and Local Data: Pará, North Brazil Showcase for valuation and mapping of mangrove climate regulation and food provisioning services within a protected area in Pará, North Brazil. Science Read More Mar 1, 2021 The Older the Better? Leaf litter and its breakdown products represent an important input of organic matter and nutrients to mangrove sediments and adjacent coastal ecosystems. Science Read More

There would be no Alliance without our members. Our members collaborate on field work, policy initiatives and campaigns. COORDINATING MEMBERS 100+ Members 40+ Countries 14 National Chapters 10 Regional Programs MEMBERS There would be no Alliance without our members. All members of the Global Mangrove Alliance enjoy opportunities to contribute to, and benefit from, the GMA's collaborative spirit. Our growing community fosters broad representation and inclusivity in the GMA decision-making processes. As a member, you join in the efforts to raise the profile of mangroves and the threats facing these tropical ecosystems. Our members collaborate on field work, policy initiatives and campaigns. The GMA community also convenes at international meetings, conferences and workshops. NATIONAL CHAPTERS GMA national chapters — 14 existing and more in development — reflect the grassroots momentum driving mangrove conservation at local levels. Our national chapters are supported by local partners. While linked to global efforts through the international GMA team, national chapters are tailored to local needs and incorporate local ecological knowledge, community input and equity considerations. LEARN MORE Join efforts to conserve and protect mangroves, collaborate on field work and partner on policy initiatives. Become a Member Stay up to Date

The GMA is a global collaboration conserving and restoring mangrove ecosystems. We secure a safer future for coastlines and the lives that depend on them. OUR APPROACH Securing a safer future for critical coastlines and the lives that depend on them. The Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA) is a world wide c ollaboration uniting NGOs, governments, scientists, industry, local communities and funders towards a common goal of conserving and restoring mangrove ecosystems. Guided by a shared vision of a world where mangroves thrive and communities prosper, w e firmly believe that we can achieve meaningful progress through true collaboration and innovation. There are many ways to bring mangrove conservation to scale. The Global Mangrove Alliance will use its collective strengths and partnerships to address the barriers to large-scale mangrove conservation and restoration through several streams of work, including: Alternate Livelihoods Support small-scale supplementary livelihood options, develop a portfolio of responsibly scalable options and optimize aquaculture or related opportunities that minimize mangrove loss. Financing Models Ensure that local groups understand the financing pathways open to them, including how to access them, the pros and the cons. Improving Policy Work with governments to develop and implement integrated management plans that activate global policy commitments and consider the multi-jurisdictional nature of mangrove conservation and restoration. Building Capacity Build awareness of best practices, benefits, development strategies and cost-effectiveness of mangroves among policymakers, financing institutions, NGOs and others through national chapters, local mangrove champions and experts. National chapters allow us to prioritize efforts and scale impact. Knowledge Sharing Connect the knowledge and tools required to integrate mangroves and their ecosystem services into mitigation, adaptation, disaster risk reduction and land-use strategies with community and national leaders. FOUNDING We launched at the World Ocean Summit in 2018. Learn why the GMA was created and how our collaborative approach works with members and partners to protect, improve and expand active sustainable management of 15 million ha of mangroves worldwide. Watch Introduction Video GOALS We have an ambitious plan for turning the tables on the world’s mangroves. There are three critical pathways to be achieved: halt loss, restore half and double protection. Halt loss. Reduce net mangrove losses driven by direct human actions to zero, avoiding losses of approximately 154,500 ha of mangroves. Human-driven loss represents 62% of total losses. Our target refers to that direct, and therefore directly manageable, human-driven loss. Halting this would avoid 0.026 gT CO2 emissions and secure the continued supply of 800 million commercially important fish/shellfish annually. Restore half. Conduct science-based restoration to bring back half of all restorable mangroves lost since 1996, approximately 397,000 ha. Of the 1,170,000 ha of mangroves lost since 1996, approximately 818,300 ha are considered restorable. The goal is deeply ambitious and would lead to the securing of combined biomass and soil carbon of some 0.635 gT CO2 equivalent. It would also provide additional habitat which will generate over 25 billion commercially important fish and shellfish every year. Double protection. Increase areas under conservation measures from 40% to 80%, protecting approximately 9.7 million total hectares of mangroves. As of 2024, 42% of mangroves are recognized as protected areas. This would increase the long-term security of 9.14gT of CO2 equivalent and commercial fish productivity equivalent to 291 billion commercially important fish/shellfish every year. Achieving these goals will generate considerable benefits for people across the planet. New and ongoing studies by GMA partners and researchers are allowing us to constantly improve our ability to assess these. MISSION & HISTORY These are central resources to further your understanding of the mission and history of the Global Mangrove Alliance. Whether you are looking to participate in our community or deepen your understanding of our global strategy, these will help you navigate. Join efforts to conserve and protect mangroves, collaborate on field work and partner on policy initiatives. Subscribe to GMA Newsletter Explore GMA Guiding Principles

Mangroves are one of the most productive ecosystems. We work to safeguard them with coordinated conservation and expansion of marine protected areas. This 2024 edition of The State of the World’s Mangroves. Mangroves are critical ecosystems, bridging land, freshwater and sea. They host tremendous diversity and protect and provide for countless coastal communities around the world. This 2024 edition of The State of the World’s Mangroves highlights the tremendous advances that have been made on multiple fronts to safeguard these ecosystems. It showcases progress in: science and understanding; collaboration and information sharing; practical management interventions; and the many policy, legal and financial tools that will help to secure a better future for these ecosystems. DOWNLOAD PORTUGUESE ENGLISH EXECUTIVE SUMMARY MANGROVE SPOTLIGHT FRENCH SPANISH WHY MANGROVES? Mangroves are ecosystems of hope, bridging land, freshwater and sea. The 15 million hectares of mangroves across the globe host tremendous diversity, protection qualities and provide for countless coastal communities. Mangroves are not only places of great beauty, they are also among the world’s most productive ecosystems. They are fish factories, carbon stores and seawalls. 21B Tons of CO2 stored 15M People protected 600B Shrimp and fish produced 341+ Threatened marine species WATCH & LEARN RISK & OPPORTUNITY 50% of mangroves are at risk of collapse by 2050. While rates of mangrove loss have decreased, our knowledge of their value and importance has increased. Today, over 42% 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. Mangroves are also remarkably resilient and opportunistic. Give these ecosystems half a chance and they’ll take it – rapidly settling on newly deposited coastal settlements or recolonizing former strongholds whenever they are re-connected to the shifting tides. Mangroves can be protected through a global, coordinated conservation effort and an expansion of marine protected areas. The GMA works alongside global partners to safeguard these ecosystems through the advancement of science and understanding, collaboration, information sharing, practical management interventions and the many policy, legal and financial tools that will help to secure a better future for these ecosystems. Our goal for avoided loss is 16,800 ha by 2030. Rates of mangroves loss have already slowed considerably in recent years. This presents an opportune moment to raise our ambition. While we can aspire to halt all losses, our target refers to direct, and therefore directly manageable, human-driven loss. In recognizing that mangroves are dynamic ecosystems, we also draw attention to the possibility of making further gains as mangroves naturally colonize new locations. Our goal for restoration is 409,200 ha by 2030. Approximately 818,300 ha are considered restorable and we seek to restore half by 2030. This is a deeply ambitious goal. New work by Worthington and colleagues nonetheless shows that there is enormous potential for restoration, both by estimating the restorability and by highlighting the considerable side benefits for local populations and the global community. Our goal for doubling protection is 6,100,000 ha under conservation measures. 42% of the world’s mangroves currently in protected areas. However, the urgency to halt all loss is fundamental. One of our key approaches is incorporating of mangroves into permanent forms of protection including traditional protected areas and Other Effective Area-based Conservation Measures (OECMs), which could encompass indigenous lands and areas of sustainable use. While mangrove losses in the past were considerable, rates of loss are declining and fell by 44% between 2000 and 2020. In addition, the global picture of mangrove extent is better than ever thanks to the latest Global Mangrove Watch dataset—offering a sixfold increase in mapping resolution and coverage of six additional regions with mangroves. SOWM 2024 SOWM 2022 SOWM 2021 CURRENT STATE The latest maps on the Global Mangrove Watch, v4.0, use both optical and radar satellite data and the extent maps have been iteratively improved through the incorporation of user feedback. It has become increasingly apparent that many countries lack good quality national maps. GMW v4.0 now prioritizes resolution for global datasets that are locally relevant and the overall accuracy of the GMW v4.0 map is estimated to be 95.3%. The conversion of mangroves for aquaculture, oil palm plantations and rice cultivation accounted for 43.3% of global mangrove loss between 2000 and 2020. Natural retraction—changes or losses of mangroves that are driven by movements in riverbeds, sediment inputs, or sea levels—accounted for 26% of the total loss over the 20-year period. Mangrove threats from human activities are being exacerbated by climate change, especially sea-level rise and more severe and frequent cyclonic weather events. The Global Red List of Mangrove Ecosystems shows that 18 mangrove provinces are threatened, representing ~50% of the world’s mangrove area. More frequent and severe cyclonic storms and sea-level rise, resulting from climate change, threaten one third of the mangrove provinces assessed. Local ecological knowledge (LEK) can provide vital information to develop mangrove conservation and restoration efforts with greater potential for long-term outcomes. Engaging ethically with LEK may seem a challenge, but thorough guidance is now available for researchers and practitioners through The LEK Best-Practice Guide. LOCAL ECOLOGICAL KNOWLEDGE LEK GUIDE Until recently, we lacked a global estimate of the fish and invertebrate productivity associated with the presence of mangrove forests. But new data on the density of 37 species of fish, prawns, crabs and one cockle species from locations around the world, estimated that the presence of mangroves annually supports nearly 800 billion fishes and invertebrates. The clearance of vast tracts of mangroves for aquaculture is well documented. Restoration must be accelerated but many challenges remain. For shrimp, demand will continue. Efforts to reduce consumer demand may help along with new approaches to aquaculture, including Associated Mangrove Aquaculture (AMA). Once established, the AMA provides both food and shelter for aquatic species to grow and thrive as part of the natural food web. A key component of ongoing mangrove management is ensuring local communities can be engaged in a sustainable manner, benefiting from mangroves. Where growing populations and diminished mangroves coincide, opportunities for increasing the sustainability of traditional or modern practices may be required, as well as new opportunities within or beyond the mangroves such as fishing, salt production, sustainable timber harvesting, beekeeping and tourism. Our ambitions are high and our impacts must be higher if we are to accomplish our 2030 Goals. Through the collective efforts of global and local partnerships, we can ensure that mangroves, and everything that depends on them, survive and thrive. JOURNEY TO 2030 GMA GOALS Through the collective efforts of global and local partnerships, we ensure that mangroves and all that depend on them face a safer and more prosperous future. We are working directly with local NGOs and stakeholders to disburse funding, replicate best practices and scale interventions on the ground. The GMA brings results in hectares, livelihoods and biodiversity, offering a unique value through 14 national chapters and 100+ members in 45 mangrove countries. We are working to translate national commitments into sustainably funded on-the-ground implementation. International policy agreements drive this collective action, providing technical support to countries and to international conventions to integrate mangroves into their strategies. Policies that recognize this include the UNFCCC’s UAE Consensus and the Global Biodiversity Framework. Local knowledge and communities are the foundation for project design and implementation. Our science-based target setting and global network inspired the creation of the Mangrove Breakthrough, in collaboration with the UNFCCC climate champions. The Mangrove Breakthrough has leveraged support from a total of 38 national and subnational governments. These countries represent around 60% of the world’s mangroves alongside 100+ non-state actors. They are now launching the Mangrove Finance Facility to mobilize $4 billion to secure the future of over 15 million ha of mangroves by 2030. LATEST FROM KNOWLEDGE HUB “Under the Convention on Biological Diversity, the global community has recognized the importance of biodiversity…In many ways, mangroves are the poster child of the interdependence between people and nature. As such, it is great to read, in this State of the World’s Mangroves, of the fantastic advances in our knowledge, and to see how this knowledge is being shared around the world.“ Astrid Schomaker, Executive Secretary, Convention on Biological Diversity

Global Mangrove Watch (GMW) is an online platform that provides the remote sensing data and tools for monitoring mangroves. THE GLOBAL MANGROVE WATCH Thriving mangroves are key to the health of nature and effective climate action. Global Mangrove Watch (GMW) is an online platform that provides the remote sensing data and tools for monitoring mangroves necessary for this. It gives universal access to near real-time information on where and what changes there are to mangroves across the world and highlights why they are valuable. With hi-res information on cover change, soil carbon, living biomass, canopy height and other parameters, Global Mangrove Watch gives coastal and park managers, conservationists, policymakers and practitioners the evidence needed to respond to illegal logging, pinpoint the causes of local mangrove loss and track conservation progress. It is a tool that can help mangroves be central to climate mitigation, adaptation and sustainable development plans and policies. Learn to Navigate GMW Explore GMW User Stories Stay Updated on GMW Take the GMW Training Explore the Full Map Navigate the GMW LEARN HOW TO USE GMW Learn how to navigate the Global Mangrove Watch platform and explore what features you have access to. Video Tutorials GMW Leaflet GMW UPDATES GMW UPDATES Oak Foundation and DoB Ecology, Aberysthwyth University, soloEO, The Nature Conservancy and Wetlands International initiated Global Mangrove Watch. Now the GMW works with dozens of universities, NGOs and government agencies across the world. Here you will learn from those with lived experience, explore real-time mangrove loss, and stay updated on the features and tools of the platform. GMW USER STORIES GMW USER STORIES Here you will find all posts related to Global Mangrove Watch User Stories. You'll learn from those with lived experience what real-time mangrove loss looks like in their local context.

Mangroves are a climate solution. Our alliance works globally to advance mangrove conservation, management and restoration at all levels. Halt Loss. Restore Half. Double Protection. Act Now COORDINATED, GLOBAL IMPACT. The Global Mangrove Alliance (GMA) is a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to mangrove conservation and restoration at a scale that matters. Founded on the principles of collaboration and collective action, we unite diverse stakeholders from government, academia, non-profit organizations and industry to tackle challenges facing mangrove ecosystems. 20,000 Mangrove Experts 70,000 Ha of mangroves protected by members. 65,000 Ha of mangroves restored by members. 966,000 Ha of mangroves managed by members. UNITED FOR CONSERVATION We have reached a critical moment in the history of our planet. Recognizing both their importance and their resilience, there is increasing investment in the opportunities that mangroves present. The GMA represents a phase-shift in conservation opportunities for mangroves. With our global vision, we are providing a catalyst for accelerating change and building a host of opportunities for coastal peoples and biodiversity around the world. JOIN THE MOVEMENT WHY WHO Mangrove forests play an unparalleled role in coastal defense, biodiversity enhancement, food security and climate mitigation. Our community is protecting, conserving and restoring mangroves to secure a safer future for both people and nature. Our 100+ members and 14 national chapters represent technical experts, civil society organizations, governments, local communities, businesses, funding agencies and foundations. WHERE Our alliance works globally, nationally and locally at community, state and regional levels to advance mangrove conservation, management and restoration. HOW We scale impact by exchanging knowledge and experiences locally and globally, facilitating stakeholder connections across sectors and regions. We harness science to fill gaps between big-picture discussions and on-the-ground realities. KEY RESOURCES Further your understanding of mangrove conservation and restoration from global implementation projects to best practice guidelines. Join efforts to conserve and protect mangroves, collaborate on field work and partner on policy initiatives. Explore GMA Membership Subscribe to GMA Newsletter

The Knowledge Hub houses a collection of research to propel mangrove restoration, protection and collaboration. KNOWLEDGE HUB A collection of research to propel mangrove restoration, protection and collaboration. Publications Reports FEATURED RESOURCES The State of the World's Mangroves Highlights the tremendous advances on multiple fronts to safeguard these ecosystems. Read Report Including Local Ecological Knowledge A best-practice guide for practitioners and researchers for mangrove conservation and restoration. Read the Report Best Practice Guidelines Brings together the latest accumulated local and scientific knowledge about mangrove restoration best-practices. Read the Guidelines We are thrilled to provide trusted partners and tools to launch your mangrove restoration, protection and conservation efforts around the world. MRTT GMW Mangrove Breakthrough Coastal Carbon Network Want to deepen your knowledge further? Explore our Resource Archive. GMA Resource Archive

Explore all mangrove related reports produced the the GMA and partners, categorized by theme. REPORTS Below you will find all mangrove related reports. 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 Restoration SOWM Policy Finance SOMN Aug 20, 2022 Belize Mangrove Alliance Action Plan Finance; Global Mangrove Alliance This collaborative five-year Belize Mangrove Alliance Action Plan is aligned with national and global commitments goals and targets. It has been developed to identify areas of influence and intervention. Read More Aug 1, 2021 The Global Mangrove Alliance’s Global Strategy GMA This Strategy highlights immediate needs and includes ongoing, partially funded, and aspirational activities required to meet our objectives. 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 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 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 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 Dec 2, 2025 Blue Carbon: Assessing the Mitigation Potential Finance; Blue Carbon; Policy This study dives into blue carbon, assessing the mitigation potential of strengthening coastal community fisheries’ tenure. Read More Dec 2, 2025 Integrating Mangrove Ecosystem Valuation, Land Certification, and Gender Inclusion Finance; Blue Carbon; Policy This study reveals substantial economic, ecological and social values, strongly justifying proactive conservation through innovative management approaches. Read More Aug 20, 2022 Belize Mangrove Alliance Action Plan Finance; Global Mangrove Alliance This collaborative five-year Belize Mangrove Alliance Action Plan is aligned with national and global commitments goals and targets. It has been developed to identify areas of influence and intervention. Read More Jun 29, 2022 Blue Carbon Workshop, United Nations Ocean Conference 2022 Finance; Protection This workshop sought to collaboratively address the challenges in the blue carbon sector and discuss solutions to scale project development. Read More Sep 1, 2021 Unpacking the UNFCCC Global Stocktake for Ocean-Climate Action Finance; Policy The paper intends to provide a broader understanding of this crucial interlinkage focusing on ocean and coastal and marine Nature-based Solutions (NbS) as part of the GST. Read More Oct 26, 2020 Blue Carbon: Mind the Gap Finance; Protection This paper summarises the key challenges to the development and replication of blue carbon projects and proposes specific comprehensive action. Read More Aug 20, 2022 Belize Mangrove Alliance Action Plan Finance; Global Mangrove Alliance This collaborative five-year Belize Mangrove Alliance Action Plan is aligned with national and global commitments goals and targets. It has been developed to identify areas of influence and intervention. Read More Nov 1, 2021 Kenya Policy Brief Policy 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 Sep 1, 2021 Unpacking the UNFCCC Global Stocktake for Ocean-Climate Action Finance; Policy The paper intends to provide a broader understanding of this crucial interlinkage focusing on ocean and coastal and marine Nature-based Solutions (NbS) as part of the GST. Read More Mar 1, 2021 Policy Brief Tanzania Policy 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 Mar 1, 2021 Policy Brief for Madagascar Policy Suite à ce constat, l’approche de conservation des mangroves a évolué à Madagascar. Read More Dec 1, 2020 Enhancing NDCs: Opportunities for Ocean-Based Climate Action Policy; Resilience The ocean and its coastal regions offer a range of currently underutilized opportunities and innovations for countries to consider when enhancing their national climate ambition and actions to ensure the goals of the Paris Agreement are met. Read More Jul 26, 2020 The Case for Conversion-Free Food Conservation Community; Policy Year after year, global food production carves away at the remaining natural ecosystems and habitat on the planet and stresses the food system’s ability to withstand shocks. Read More Jul 1, 2020 Report on China’s Mangrove Conservation Policy Through detailed analysis of the weaknesses in the mangrove management, protection and restoration endeavors, the project goals to study and evaluate the current status and potential threats to China’s mangroves. Read More Jul 1, 2020 Racines enchevêtrées et marées changeantes Policy 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 Policy Apesar da abundância das leis aplicáveis, os mangais continuam a se deteriorar rapidamente, impulsionados pela urbanização, crescimento populacional e desenvolvimento insustentável. Read More Jul 1, 2020 Raíces entreveradas y mareas cambiantes Policy 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 2, 2024 The State of the Worlds Mangroves 2024 Global Mangrove Alliance This 2024 edition of The State of the World’s Mangroves highlights the tremendous advances that have been made on multiple fronts to safeguard these ecosystems. Read More Aug 20, 2022 The State of the World’s Mangroves 2022 GMA This report highlights the GMA members and describes the revised goals of our Alliance. We describe important new research findings and policy developments. We also shine a spotlight on mangrove restoration, including research, tools, and stories from the field. Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – Hindi State of the World's Mangroves ग्लोबल मैंग्रोव वॉच (GMW) टीम, जो 2019 से GMA के साथ मिलकर काम कर रही है, द्वारा विकसित वैश्विक मानचित्र मैंग्रोव के दायरे के अंतर्गत गहन जानकारियां प्रदान करते हैं। 2016 में, मानचित्र दुनिया भर में 136,000 वर्ग किमी में Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – French State of the World's Mangroves Les forêts de mangrove sont formées par une variété d’arbres et d’arbustes qui ont subi de nombreuses adaptations pour vivre dans les estrans. Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – Indonesian State of the World's Mangroves Hutan mangrove terbentuk dari beragam pohon dan semak yang memiliki berbagai cara adaptasi untuk bisa hidup di lingkungan yang menantang—sebagian laut, sebagian darat—dari zona intertidal. Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – English State of the World's Mangroves The State of the World’s Mangroves provides the very latest information on what we know about mangroves and what’s being done to support these magnificent habitats. Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – Arabic State of the World's Mangroves "لمعلا روظنملا نم معد ىلع ملاعلا ءاحنأ عيمج يف يملاعلا فورغنملالمعلا عيراشملاو ميلعتلاو عافدلاو ثحبلاِةي ةداع - عقاولا ضرأ ىلعً ش عمُشلاو عمتجملا ءاكرُ ءاكرلحملاِّ ." Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – Spanish State of the World's Mangroves Los bosques de mangle se componen de distintos árboles y arbustos que cuentan con varias adaptaciones para vivir en el difícil entorno—en parte marino, en parte terrestre—de las aguas bajas costeras. Read More Aug 1, 2021 The State of the World’s Mangroves 2021 Conservation Community; Finance The State of the World’s Mangroves provides the very latest information on what we know about mangroves and what’s being done to support these magnificent habitats. Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – Chinese State of the World's Mangroves 复原 原有的红树林，最终实现红树林的大规 模恢复。从实际的角度来看，GMA 在世界 范围内支持研究、宣传、教育和实际的在 地项目——通常是由我们与当地及社区 合作伙伴一起完成。 Read More Aug 1, 2021 SOWM Executive Summary – Portuguese State of the World's Mangroves As florestas de mangue são ecossistemas críticos, tanto para a biodiversidade quanto para a humanidade. Apesar de extensas áreas terem sido perdidas, as coisas estão mudando. Read More 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Oct 1, 2025 National Mangrove Management Committee Report This Progress Report highlights the journey of the NMMC and County Mangrove Management Committees (CMMCs) since their inception. Restoration Read More Sep 17, 2025 Shields of the Shore A Scoping Study on the Status, Threats, Resilience, and Conservation Pathways for India’s Coastal Blue Vegetated Ecosystems. Restoration; Protection Read More Mar 3, 2025 Community Fisheries’ Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment The report aims to enhance the understanding of multiple stakeholders regarding community members' susceptibility to climate change and highlight the importance of implementing plans to strengthen their resilience. Restoration; Conservation Community Read More Sep 3, 2024 Evaluating Mangrove Community Forestry Outcomes This report evaluates community forestry (CF) outcomes in the Ayeyarwady Delta, Myanmar, using a mixed method approach incorporating quantification of deforestation and forest regrowth rates, synthetic control analysis, and focus groups discussions, from 1990 to 2021. Results highlight an overall increase in net forest gain and reduction in net forest loss across sites. Restoration Read More May 2, 2023 Decades of Mangrove Forest Change: Impacts on nature, people and climate This serves to inspire governments around the world to embrace mangroves as a nature-based solution and to take action to protect, restore, and sustainably manage the magical mangrove forests. Resilience; Restoration Read More Jun 20, 2022 The State of Mangroves in the Western Indian Ocean 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. Restoration; Science Read More Feb 28, 2022 Building with Nature in Indonesia: Restoring coastline and inspiring action Building with Nature is a key part of a global effort to harness natural processes in adapting to the threats posed by climate change. Restoration Read More Jul 1, 2021 Communities, Conservation and Livelihoods The story begins several thousand years ago. Over the course of millennia, Indigenous societies have been linking together their need to sustain livelihoods with an appreciation of the importance of the natural world and a recognition of the need for stewardship. Resilience; Restoration Read More Jul 26, 2020 The Case for Conversion-Free Food Year after year, global food production carves away at the remaining natural ecosystems and habitat on the planet and stresses the food system’s ability to withstand shocks. Conservation Community; Restoration Read More Feb 24, 2020 Mangrove Training Tanzanian Stakeholders 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. Restoration Read More

Easily accessible videos, webinars and tutorials hosted by the Mangrove Alliance and associated partners. LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES VIRTUAL SITE VISITS Interested in mangrove restoration and want to see it in action? Visit GMA members in Kenya and Indonesia to learn what mangrove restoration looks like on the ground and why it is critical for their local communities. Explore Here. RESTORATION SERIES Learn proper mangrove restoration techniques so that you can adopt the most effective approaches in your region. The Wetlands International animated series applies the latest scientific insights and inclusive ecological approaches. Explore Here. EXPERT INTERVIEWS Mangrove habitats are interconnected with all life on earth, from local livelihoods to biodiversity and food production. Meet experts around the world as you dive into the incredible value of mangrove ecosystems. Explore Here. EVERYTHING ELSE There is always more to explore. Here you will deepen your knowledge across geographies and sectors, from responsible shrimp farming and the importance of mangrove ecosystems to Q&A on the State of the World's Mangroves. Explore Here. Here you have access to all events hosted by the GMA and associated partners. Whether you are looking to travel virtually to local sites, learn from experts or dive into the science and policy of mangrove restoration and conservation, there is always more to learn. OUR FOUNDING Learn why the GMA was created and how this partnership to rally the world around #mangroves and expanding the extent of mangrove habitat 20% by 2030. Learn about the GMA SCIENCE WEBINARS Explore past webinars hosted by the GMA Science Working Group. Interested in viewing these events live? Join the Global Mangrove Alliance! Science to Policy Webinars Science Webinars POLICY WEBINARS Explore past webinars hosted by the GMA Policy Working Group. Interested in viewing these events live? Join the Global Mangrove Alliance! Watch Webinars FINANCE WEBINARS Explore past webinars hosted by the GMA Finance Working Group. Interested in viewing these events live? Join the Global Mangrove Alliance! Watch Webinars Subscribe and Learn Subscribe to our YouTube channel to have new content delivered straight to your inbox with the latest videos, interviews and spotlights from our global community. Subscribe Here

Key publications by the the Save Our Mangroves Now, a partner of the GMA. PRODUCT COLLECTION Explore the Save Our Mangroves Now curated collection of reports, videos and resources related to mangrove conservation. From in-depth research to inspiring stories and practical tools, these materials offer deeper insights into mangrove work. Regional Publications Mangroves, our roots of hope in the Western Indian Ocean region Socioeconomic Profiles Socioeconomic role of mangroves and their conservation framework Roots of Hope: Mangroves of the Western Indian Ocean Region Mangrove Restoration Series: Community-Based Ecological Mangrove Restoration (CBEMR) Mangrove Messenger Videos: Meet our mangrove messengers VIDEO COLLECTION Roots of Hope: How mangroves contribute to living in harmony with nature by 2050 Guidance on Naturebased Solutions Humanitarian action launched in collaboration with Sphere DIVE DEEPER Save Our Mangroves Now!

These resources are hot off the press. Dive into up to date news on mangrove initiatives, COP reflections, important restoration guidelines and more. PRESS RELEASES These resources are hot off the press. Dive into up to date news on mangrove initiatives, COP reflections, important restoration guidelines and more. Explore the Full Newsroom 1 2 3 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

Learn how the GMA brings together the latest local and scientific knowledge about restoration best-practices in one place. RESTORATION GUIDELINES Now more than ever before there is a massive public and private interest in recovering mangrove ecosystems at scale. With this excitement for mangrove restoration, it is imperative to ensure successful mangrove restoration interventions. The Best Practice Guidelines for Mangrove Restoration brings together the latest accumulated local and scientific knowledge about mangrove restoration best-practices into one comprehensive resource. The aim is to align mangrove practitioners, NGOs, governments, scientists, industry, local communities and funders around accepted best-practices for science-based and inclusive mangrove restoration. A JOINT VENTURE Meet the Contributing Partners The Best Practice Guidelines for Mangrove Restoration is a joint product developed by the Global Mangrove Alliance and the Blue Carbon Initiative and led by the University of Queensland, Conservation International, Wetlands International, Blue Marine Foundation and the International Blue Carbon Institute, along with dozens of mangrove scientists and user groups across the world. WHAT WE BRING Step-by-step guidance on best practices for every phase of the mangrove restoration project cycle - project design, funding and implementation. Centered on well-established community-based ecological restoration approaches that enhance restoration success and longevity. The latest best practices with links to useful resources, gathered into one place for the first time. Sub-modules on blue carbon: How to align mangrove restoration with national climate mitigation targets How to produce carbon credits to fund long-term project maintenance, monitoring and community benefits Additional modules related to coastal protection, biodiversity and fisheries. Watch: Implementing Best Practices GUIDING PRINCIPLES Six principles woven throughout the guidelines that can be applied in every phase of the project cycle. Safeguard nature and maximize biodiversity Employ the best information and practices Empower people and address their needs Align to the broader context – operate locally and contextually Design for sustainability Mobilize high-integrity capital Read the Report URGENT ACTION Of the 1,100,000 ha of mangroves that have been lost since 1996, around 818,300 ha of mangroves are considered to have high “restorable” potential. Urgent collective action is needed to restore damaged or destroyed mangroves around the world. If done properly, restoration can enhance coastal resilience, fisheries productivity, aquaculture, biodiversity and carbon sequestration. ACCURACY Now more than ever before there is a large public and private interest in recovering lost mangrove areas and protecting existing ones. With such excitement for mangrove restoration, it is imperative to ensure successful mangrove restoration interventions at scale. BEST PRACTICE CO-BENEFIT Some regions still see failure rates of up to 80%. This is preventable. The best practices shared in the guidelines are all science-based and provide fair and equitable benefits. They move away from single-species mass tree-planting, which fails to restore functional mangrove forests, to inclusive ecological restoration approaches. This process of effective mangrove restoration is nuanced, complex and site-specific and requires coordinated project design. Mangrove restoration efforts using these best practices will more likely result in a sizable, diverse, functional and self-sustaining ecosystem that offers the desired benefits for people and nature. The sharing of best practices will therefore allow us to dramatically increase the rate of success and move the needle on mangrove restoration at scale. Contributors CONTRIBUTING PARTNERS DONORS We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to our valued donors, with whom this work would not be possible Supported by: Want to deepen your knowledge further? Explore our Knowledge Hub. GMA Knowledge Hub