Celebrating three years of the Small-Scale Fisheries Resource & Collaboration Hub (SFF Hub)

Three years ago, the Small-Scale Fisheries Resource & Collaboration Hub (SFF Hub) launched a platform for small-scale fisheries stakeholders to share knowledge and deepen collaborative efforts to implement the Voluntary Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries in the Context of Food Security and Poverty Eradication (SSF Guidelines). Over the course of that time, the SSF Hub continues to grow into a network and community of small-scale fishers, non-profits, civil society organizations, and learning networks.

Since its inception, the SSF Hub’s Resource Library has expanded to over 350 publications, infographics, and toolkits related to small-scale fisheries and priorities identified in the SSF Guidelines. It is now one of the most comprehensive collections of resources available, specifically focused on topics aligned with the SSF Guidelines, all thanks to you!

Additionally, the SSF Hub established itself as a platform for fishers and small-scale fishery stakeholders to share their stories, calls to action, and campaigns. As we transitioned and created an online community in social media in 2023, the Global Network for Small-Scale Fisheries continues to grow and now has almost 400 members from around the world.

In 2024, the SSF Hub is embarking on new initiatives to empower small-scale fishers and bolster the sustainability of their communities:

• Two new landing pages: the SSF Finance Portal and the Mesoamerican Portal (stay tuned for this one). We will start with the SSF Finance portal, a comprehensive platform aggregating initiatives around the world that provide funding opportunities directed to small-scale fishers. The official launch is scheduled for April 15 during the 9th Our Ocean Conference in Greece. Please email the SSF Hub (info@ssfhub.org) if you or your organization have relevant projects that you want to showcase or share!

   

• More engagement for our online community: Throughout the year, we are committed to fostering collaborative learning and engagement via diverse activities on our social media platforms. From insightful discussions to fun and informative events, our goal is to create a space where knowledge is shared and camaraderie flourishes. We hope you enjoy it!

   

• Celebrating the SSF Summit: The SSF Hub will continue to share details about this significant event and its outcomes, ensuring our community remains informed and engaged.

   

Looking ahead, we are dedicated to identifying a sustainable path for the SSF Hub, ensuring its lasting impact. Our vision is clear – to contribute to resilient, thriving small-scale fisheries and communities that align with the SSF Guidelines. We hope to continue to foster this global community as we work towards a future where the SSF Hub remains a steadfast support for small-scale fishers.