A Successful Conclusion to the Free-Plastic Ocean and Sustainable Fishing Campaign

By Sofonie Dala

September 25, 2022

Greetings from Angola!

I am Sofonie Dala, and today marks the completion of our #Plastic_Free_Oceans documentary, which was created in celebration of the International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture, as well as the UN Ocean Conferences held in June and July 2022.

The aim of this documentary is to share best practices and solutions for the effective implementation of SDG 14, with a focus on inspiring action to address the environmental crises of climate change, pollution, and the degradation of oceans, seas, and marine resources.

Through our initiative, we have equipped local fishermen with valuable knowledge and inspiration to continue their efforts in protecting the ocean. Their actions directly impact marine ecosystems, as certain fishing practices can lead to the extinction of species, threatening the entire food chain, including predators dependent on those species for survival.

“The experience was incredible, allowing me to witness firsthand the challenges and daily lives of fishermen. I gained a deeper understanding of their passion for this profession, which is deeply rooted in Angola’s cultural heritage. This documentary brings viewers closer to those who rely on fishing and its by-products for their livelihood.”

Today, we present the conclusion of this journey. To learn more, explore the links below, where you can watch the true stories of Angolan fishermen and discover what life is like beneath the waves:

1. Accelerating Plastic-Free Oceans (Part 1)
2. Ocean Documentary - Eating Fresh-Caught Fish (Part 2)
3. Why an International Year of Artisanal Fisheries and Aquaculture? (Part 3)
4. What Happens in the Sea with Fish? (Part 4)
5. SDG 14: Ocean Documentary (Part 5)

PART 1

Today, we present the conclusion of our documentary. If you wish to delve deeper into these powerful stories, please explore the links below, where you can watch the non-fiction accounts of amateur fishermen and uncover more:

• Day 1: The Story of Claudia - Female Fisherman
  Watch here

• https://formula-blue-sofonie.blogspot.com/2024/09/remembering-free-plastic-ocean-and.html

• Day 2: Spotlight on Young Fishermen
  Watch here

• https://formula-blue-sofonie.blogspot.com/2024/09/day-2-free-plastic-ocean-and.html

• Day 3: Spotlight on Amateur Fishermen
  Watch here

• https://formula-blue-sofonie.blogspot.com/2024/09/day-3-free-plastic-ocean-and.html

LEARN MORE: https://formula-blue-sofonie.blogspot.com/2024/09/part-1-free-plastic-ocean-and.html