GAP2 is funding fishermen, scientists and policy makers to undertake exchange trips in Europe and abroad, to learn more about successful collaboration. As they learn how scientists and fishermen work together around the world, you can follow their progress by reading their blogs below. And if you think you may want to get involved yourself – find out more the GAP2 Exchange here.
Steve Mackinson
Coordinator of the GAP2 Project, Steve is spending six months with the Seafood Industry Council in New Zealand. Steve wants to understand how the Council successfully brings scientists and fishermen together, through promoting industry’s involvement in research, data analysis and policy advice.
Read more about his experiences in Steven’s Blog
Pablo Pita Orduna
A scientist involved in the Galician case study, Pablo is travelling to Australia to work with Dr Jeremy Prince (also known as The Barefoot Ecologist) to learn more about using fishers’ knowledge when managing fisheries.
Read more about his experiences in Pablo’s Blog
Martin Pastoors
Leader of GAP2’s Work Package 3 “Making a Difference”, Martin is exploring how the GAP2 project can share its understanding and knowledge with the Canadian Fisheries Research Network, an organisation driven by industry, bringing fishers and scientists together.
Read more about his experiences in Martin’s Blog
Kari Stange
Wageningen University PHD candidate and Work Package 3 researcher, Kari is working with the Scottish Fishermen’s Federation who, as middlemen between fishers and decision makers, are deeply engaged in EU fisheries management issues. Kari is especially interested in collaborative efforts in developing long term management plans.
Read more about her experiences in Kari’s Blog.
