Coastal communities continue to face numerous socio-economic challenges, with many still living below the poverty line. This situation is quite alarming considering that Indonesia is one of the countries with the longest coastline and the largest producer of wild-caught fisheries in the world.

Therefore, the question arises as to how conservation areas should be managed to improve the well-being of coastal communities and ensure environmental sustainability.

Speakers:

1. Ir. Andi Rusandi, M.Si. (Pengelola Ekosistem Laut dan Pesisir Ahli Utama, Kementerian Perikanan dan Kelautan) “Kebijakan Kawasan Konservasi Perairan di Indonesia”
    
2. Annabel Noor Asyah (Peneliti, SMERU) “Upaya Peningkatan Kesejahteraan Masyarakat Pesisir melalui Pengelolaan Kawasan Konservasi Perairan”
    
3. Imam Fauzi, S.S., M.Eng. (Kepala Balai Kawasan Konservasi Perairan Nasional Kupang) “Tantangan dan Peluang Pengelolaan Kawasan Konservasi Perairan yang Menyejahterakan Komunitas Pesisir”