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CCEF conducts MPA sustainability planning and workshop in Siquijor province
Some workshop participants from Binoongan and Tulapos marine sanctuaries management attended by its Baranagay Captains and Barangay Councilors, including the Fisheries Technician of Enrique Villanueva Municipality.

CCEF conducts MPA sustainability planning and workshop in Siquijor province

Over the years, many studies have documented that marine protected areas (MPAs) are effective tools for biodiversity conservation, fisheries benefits and livelihood through ecotourism. Since early 2000, CCEF has been…

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BWA models good MPA governance
Members of the Binoongan Women’s Association discuss their needs for organizational accreditation with CCEF CRM Officer Michelle Baird.

BWA models good MPA governance

The Binoongan Women’s Association (BWA) is a beacon of hope for many coastal communities in Siquijor. As collective of 16 women, it is now accomplishing the necessary documentation for accreditation…

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CCEF donates two computer units
Barangay Banilad representatives pose with CCEF staff upon receiving the Deed of Donation for two computer units.

CCEF donates two computer units

Two computer units were donated by CCEF for use at Barangay Banilad Hall and Banilad Elementary School last May 23. The official turnover was done between Moonyeen Alava, executive director…

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Risk Reduction and Resiliency Summit
Participants of the Risk Reduction and Resiliency Summit engage in a discussion on how to address inadequacies in their local communities.

Risk Reduction and Resiliency Summit

The Disaster Risk Reduction Management Office held its 1st “CSO-Barangay Interface: A Platform for a Resilient Cebu” last May 4 & 5, 2017 at Harold’s Hotel, Gorordo Avenue, Cebu City.…

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500 Jacks finding home in Reef Fish Habitats deployed in Apo Island Marine Sanctuary
Top-left: Big-eye trevallies in Apo Island Marine Sanctuary finding home in these fish habitats. Bottom-right: Fish habitat modules designed and fabricated by Apo Island dive rangers and fisherfolks made of rocks and cement.

500 Jacks finding home in Reef Fish Habitats deployed in Apo Island Marine Sanctuary

To continue our efforts in coral and reef fish recovery in Apo Island Marine Sanctuary, a monitoring was made by a team of Silliman University Institute of Environmental and Marine…

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A very Marine Christmas Treat
Clockwise from top left: Nembrotha kubaryana, Hypselodoris tryoni, Nembrotha lineolata, Goniobranchus leopardus, Cirrhitus pinnulatus, Rastrelliger kanagurta, Solenostomus paradoxus, and Heniochus diphreutes (top) Hemitaurichthys polylepis (bottom)

A very Marine Christmas Treat

The purpose of establishing Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) is to protect the biodiversity of our marine and coastal habitats and in turn creating a sustainable source of livelihood for our…

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Environmental Stewards for 2016
CCEF environmental partners: Councilor Solita Panugan (left) and Nenita Tagalog (center) in Liloan, and Darrell Pasco in Siquijor

Environmental Stewards for 2016

One fundamental factor for a successful Marine Protected Area (MPA) is a supportive and active local community. Local community involvement in the establishment of an MPA develops a sense of…

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