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Akey achievement was the reinvigoration of the Southeast Cebu Coastal Resource Management Council (SCCRMC) through projects supported by the Unico Conservation Foundation. By fostering collaboration among coastal municipalities in Southeast Cebu, CCEF enhanced reef monitoring, trained enforcement teams, and certified local government staff as divers—ensuring long-term, science-driven stewardship. Community engagement remained central, with fishers and local organizations gaining new skills in mangrove rehabilitation and ecotourism, linking conservation directly with sustainable livelihoods.

Education and youth projects flourished, from ocean literacy initiatives in Olango Island to citizen science workshops that equipped communities with monitoring skills. Partnerships with companies such as Manulife, LEAR, Rocket Station, and Full Scale expanded conservation reach through coastal cleanups, mangrove rehabilitation, and equipment support. At the national level, CCEF contributed to fisheries governance, and coral restoration platforms, ensuring that local experience informed broader policy. Long-term monitoring through the Saving Philippine Reefs Expedition and innovative restoration projects further reinforced evidence-based conservation.

When Typhoon Tino struck in December, CCEF mobilized relief operations for 366 affected individuals, reflecting its commitment to both ecosystems and community resilience. CCEF received the Lagerwey Award for Communication Excellence on Social Action, affirming its leadership in environmental storytelling.

Looking ahead, CCEF will scale MPA networks, support small-scale fisheries management, expand scientific monitoring, enhance community-based ecotourism, deepen youth engagement, build financial inclusion and strengthen climate resilience. These priorities build on 2025’s momentum, positioning CCEF to protect marine ecosystems while empowering coastal communities to thrive.