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The keynote at GAF9, "Justice Beyond the Catch" by Dornnapha Sukkree, highlights the critical issue of human trafficking and forced labor in fisheries, particularly as it affects Southeast Asia's vulnerable fishing communities.

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Day 2 Session 5: Counting and discounting: men’s and women’s work in fisheries and aquaculture
Exploring the roles of women in fisheries worldwide! These sessions shed light on gender inequalities, wage gaps, invisible labor, and pathways to empowerment in fishing communities.

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GAF9 Day 2 | Special Session 8
SEAFDEC's Initiative to Advance Gender Equality in Fisheries and Aquaculture in Southeast Asia. Chaired by Jariya Sornkliang, featuring panelists Nurwanti Dewaggna, Dr. Arlene Satapornvanit, and Hana Matsubara.
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GAF9 Day 2 | Special Session 9
Special Session 9: Community-led Oyster Farms in Fiji: A Case Study of Genderresponsive Aquaculture (IISD)

Community-led oyster farms in Fiji take center stage as experts explore gender-responsive, nature-based aquaculture.

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Day 2 of GAF9 | Hall 4
Session 4- Innovative Frameworks and Methodology for Gender Research in Fisheries and Aquaculture. This session showcases cutting-edge approaches to understanding and addressing gender dimensions in aquatic food systems.

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Day 2 of GAF9 | Hall 3
Session 1 explores perspectives on Women and Gender in the Blue Economy. This session brings together researchers and practitioners examining gender dynamics across aquaculture, fisheries, and coastal communities worldwide.
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GAF9 Day 2 | Hall 1: Climate, Identity, and Justice

From climate adaptation to identity inclusion to systemic justice today reminded us that gender equity in fisheries requires listening to ALL voices and transforming systems, not just policies.

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GAF9 Day 1 Hall 5 recap:
Women leaders navigating identity in PH fisheries • Gendered impacts of boom-bust cycles
• 76% of fishing household labor unpaid • Invasive species hitting women hardest
• Underrecognized roles in governance

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GAF9 Day1 Session 4: Innovative frameworks/methodology for gender research in fisheries and aquaculture (13.30 - 15.00)

Session TS 405-408 Featuring researchers and practitioners from the Philippines, Tanzania, and beyond

#GAF9 #GenderEquality #Fisheries #BlueEconomy

[AFS Gender in Aquaculture and Fisheries @AfsGender]

GAF9 Session Highlight (Day 1): Women/Gender in the Blue Economy

The second half of Session 1 continued powerful discussions on women’s leadership, empowerment, and innovation across the blue economy from Indonesia’s coastal cooperatives to Japan’s fisheries policy.
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[AFS Gender in Aquaculture and Fisheries @AfsGender]

Day 1 Session 1: Women shaping the Blue Economy (13.30 -15.00)

GAF9 Session 1 showcased how women’s knowledge, resilience, and leadership drive transformation across fisheries and aquaculture.

#GAF9 #GenderJustice #BlueEconomy #Aquaculture #WomenInFisheries #Sustainability

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We’re thrilled to share that the International Development Research Centre (IDRC) has featured GAF9 — the 9th Global Conference on Gender in Aquaculture and Fisheries!

Read the full story here: https://t.co/R2BsldbmAz

#GAF9 #GenderInAquaculture #Fisheries #IDRC #Fisheries

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Session 3: Nature-based solutions in aquaculture and fisheries
This session underscored the power of gender-responsive innovation in shaping the future of sustainable aquatic food systems.

#GAF9 #GenderInFisheries #Aquaculture #NatureBasedSolutions #Sustainability #Empowerment

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A powerful start to GAF9

Held at the Asian Institute of Technology (AIT), Thailand, the opening session brought together distinguished guests and partners who share the vision of transforming aquaculture and fisheries for gender justice.

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[AFS Gender in Aquaculture and Fisheries @AfsGender]

We’re excited to share the program of pre-conference workshops that will take place on 30 September.

Check out the full line-up of workshops here: https://t.co/ypW6g9iYEC

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GAF9 Field Trip: Exploring Innovation in Aquaculture & Farming

From sun-dried fish production to integrated rice-fish culture, participants will witness how local communities are transforming aquaculture through collaboration and practices.

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We’re excited to share the Special Sessions lined up for GAF9!

Register today and be part of transforming aquaculture and fisheries for gender justice: https://t.co/hC0D76ha1C

#GAF9 #GenderJustice #Aquaculture #Fisheries #Sustainability #BlueJustice

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BOTH PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOPS ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED!

Thank you for the incredible response
We can't wait to see you there for what promises to be an engaging and insightful experience.

#GAF9 #GenderInAquaculture #Fisheries #PreConferenceWorkshops #FullyBooked #genderanalysis

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Thank you for your support! We are thrilled by the response.
Booking for GAF201 is now closed.
We have only 3 seats left for GAF101!

Secure your spot NOW: https://t.co/hC0D76gCc4

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Meet our Keynote Speakers:

Get ready for transformative insights on fisheries, gender equity & sustainable development!

Register now: https://t.co/KclpXHDZUE

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