International Collective in Support of Fishworkers

16/06/2026

Four fishermen from the Roxana II remain missing in Costa Rica’s North Pacific after rough seas linked to Tropical Storm Cristina caused multiple boating emergencies off Guanacaste. The vessel was last reported in the Playa San Juanillo area of Santa Cruz on Monday, June 8. Authorities believe the boat may have capsized in heavy surf generated as Cristina moved parallel to the Central American Pacific coast, bringing rain, strong winds and dangerous maritime conditions to parts of Costa Rica.

The search has been extensive. Costa Rica’s Aerial Surveillance Service joined the National Coast Guard Service and the Red Cross in the operation, flying nearly 19 hours and covering about 3,150 nautical miles. By Saturday afternoon, authorities had reported no confirmed sign of the Roxana II or its crew.

The case unfolded alongside another rescue that briefly raised hopes. A Nicaraguan fisherman aboard a separate panga, Kila, was found alive after more than a day at sea, balancing on the overturned hull of the boat. Three others from that vessel reached safety on their own. The four men from Roxana II remain missing.

11/06/2026

Across the world, fishing communities are calling for greater recognition, participation, and justice in decisions affecting their lives and livelihoods.

The "Save Our Fishers, Save Our Oceans" campaign underscores the importance of people-centred ocean governance—where small-scale fishers, fishworkers, Indigenous Peoples, women, and coastal communities have a meaningful voice in shaping the future of marine and inland fisheries.

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11/06/2026

The protection of biodiversity and ecosystems is deeply connected to the recognition of Indigenous Peoples' rights and stewardship.

The demands being raised by Indigenous communities in the Peruvian Amazon underscore a broader lesson: conservation efforts are most effective when they support the rights, knowledge systems, and leadership of the communities that have cared for these territories for generations.

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Indigenous organisations met to discuss their self-protection mechanisms in the Peruvian Amazon, and provide recommendations to the state.

11/06/2026

The reports of prolonged oil pollution in Nigeria highlight the profound consequences that environmental degradation can have on communities, livelihoods, and ecosystems.

For communities dependent on rivers, wetlands, and coastal resources, pollution is not only an environmental issue—it is also a question of human rights, public health, and economic security. Ensuring accountability and access to justice for affected communities remains critical.

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The oil giant says the documents ignore the critical context of the complex operating environment at the time.

08/06/2026

Natural Disaster Alert: Magnitude 7.8 Earthquake, Tsunami Warning affecting Mindanao
https://ph.usembassy.gov/natural-disaster-alert-magnitude-7-8-earthquake-tsunami-warning-affecting-mindanao/

A tsunami warning has been issued for the following coastal areas:

Sarangani
Davao Occidental
Tawi-tawi
Sulu
Basila
Zamboanga Del Sur
Zamboanga Sibugay
Sultan Kudarat
South Cotabato

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08/06/2026

7.8 magnitude earthquake in southern Philippines causes 15 deaths, damage and tsunami

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake rattles southern Philippines, prompting tsunami warnings and urging residents to evacuate to higher ground.

08/06/2026

This World Oceans Day, ICSF stands in solidarity with small-scale fishers, fishworkers and their communities around the world. 🌊🎣

Their knowledge, labour and stewardship sustain livelihoods, nourish communities and contribute to healthy aquatic ecosystems. Yet their rights, voices and futures continue to face growing challenges.

2026 marks a critical year for small-scale fisheries. As global discussions on fisheries governance, biodiversity and food security advance, it is essential that small-scale fishers are at the centre of decision-making.

From the 3rd Small-Scale Fisheries Summit to the Committee on Fisheries (COFI 37), the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), and the Committee on World Food Security (CFS), ICSF will continue working alongside fishing communities and allies to advocate for the recognition, rights and dignity of small-scale fishers worldwide.

Healthy oceans and inland waters depend on thriving fishing communities.

03/06/2026

Indigenous Peoples have long stewarded lands, waters, and ecosystems through generations of knowledge and practice. Yet many continue to face disproportionate climate impacts.

The report on Māori climate vulnerability is a timely reminder that effective climate adaptation and environmental governance must recognize Indigenous knowledge, leadership, and decision-making authority.

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A national climate assessment finds that exclusion from decision-making has increased Indigenous vulnerability to floods, storms, and erosion.

03/06/2026

Environmental challenges such as invasive species often have direct consequences for fishing communities and local food systems.

In southern Africa, the growing presence of invasive crayfish in river systems serves as a reminder that healthy freshwater ecosystems are essential for supporting livelihoods, food security, and the resilience of communities that depend on inland fisheries.

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Researcher warns of threat to the Okavango Delta

01/06/2026

Aquaculture has emerged as a major contributor to global food production, now directly employing more than 20 million people worldwide. However, many workers in the sector continue to face serious occupational safety and health risks, from dangerous machinery and chemical exposure to extreme weather and wildlife hazards. Last month, at an ILO Meeting of Experts on a Code of Practice on Occupational Safety and Health in Aquaculture, representatives adopted the first-ever code of practice dedicated to improving safety and health in the sector.

New code provides practical guidance aimed at protecting aquaculture workers from preventable work-related injuries and diseases.