Policy brief on sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries: unlocking socio-economic benefits

Abstract

This policy brief identifies systemic barriers limiting the socio-economic potential of SSF, including: Outdated or poorly enforced policies and legal frameworks; Limited political will and inconsistent institutional support; Weak or fragmented organizational structures; Low awareness of the benefits of collective action; Poor competitiveness and market integration; Insufficient socio-economic and sectoral data to inform decision-making