The Philippine Fisheries and Coastal Resiliency (FishCoRe) Project in Caraga through its FMA Coordinating Unit (FCU-13) recently convened key implementers and local partners to reassess its targets and accomplishments for fiscal year (FY) 2024, held on December 4-6, 2024 at Amontay Beach Resort, Nasipit, Agusan del Norte.
The three-day activity reviewed the status of FishCoRe’s major components and sub-components, including financial and physical accomplishments, livelihood and infrastructure implementation, and other upcoming target activities for FY 2025. It also served as a platform to discuss challenges encountered throughout the year, as well as craft implementable solutions to address pressing issues affecting project implementation and outcomes.
In her message, regional director Omnia B. Olama emphasized the importance of the year-end review in ensuring that FishCoRe’s vision aligns with the actual needs of local communities.
“This reassessment allows us to fine-tune our strategies and make informed decisions to deliver impactful results for the fisheries sector,” said RD Olama.
Assistant technical coordinator Reynald Gimena of FCU-13 facilitated a reecho-seminar on climate risk vulnerability assessment (CRVA) tool for fisheries. Gimena highlighted the importance of identifying the vulnerabilities of the fisheries systems to climate change.
The CRVA framework, which evaluates exposure, sensitivity, and adaptive capacity, was highlighted as a cornerstone for guiding sustainable interventions and investments, particularly in the implementation of the FishCoRe Project.
“The integration of tools like the CRVA ensures data-driven decision-making and sustainability, aligning with FishCoRe’s objectives of inclusivity and resilience,” said the assistant technical coordinator.
Representatives from the local government units also presented their proposed livelihood and enterprise priorities for FY 2025.
As the program advances, FishCoRe FCU-13 remains steadfast in its mission to promote inclusive growth, environmental sustainability, and climate-resilient practices, contributing to the revitalization of Caraga’s coastal and fishing communities.