EEJ Recommendations from CFMC’s District Advisory Panels (DAPs) A. EEJ Recommendations DAP-STT/STJ . More and more aggressive efforts to educate the fishers in achieving a sustainable fishery. That can 1 be achieved through a multi-level approach. 2. Data collection must be inclusive of fisher-dependent and independent. . Funding for the STFA to conduct OEAP (ECO Fest) activities. The ECO Fest will serve all economic 3 sectors and ages of the STT/STJ community. 4. Getting younger people involved to keep the fishery alive. . Having more outreach and education for recreational fishers, so that it does not put unnecessary 5 pressure on the fishery. . Making sure that fishermen are more involved in studies with both UVI and outside studies. That way 6 the best possible gathering of data can be collected and be available when needed to do stock assessments etc. . Making sure that fishermen are more involved in studies with both UVI and outside studies. That way 6 the best possible gathering of data can be collected and be available when needed to do stock assessments, etc.
B. EEJ Recommendations from DAP-PR and DAP-STX (Same as DAP-PR) - To improve efforts in identifying language barriers and communication. 1 Disseminating topics related to the needs of underserved fishing communities is crucial. Implementation of short and medium-term effectiveness measurement systems and establish a dedicated professional support group for this purpose. - Additionally, developing specific programs to complement fisheries research and scientifically validate 2 or invalidate the beliefs and concerns of these communities is essential to foster a fair and equitable discussion in decision-making. - Furthermore, ensuring better access to collaborative project opportunities with fair compensation for 3 fishermen and members of the fishing community, addressing areas such as infrastructure, marketing, and innovative uses of catches, is necessary to promote community well-being.