Regenerative Seascapes for People, Climate and Nature (ReSea)

Restoring Coastal Ecosystems. Empowering Communities. Building Climate Resilience.

The Regenerative Seascapes for People, Climate and Nature (ReSea) project strengthens the resilience of coastal communities by restoring marine ecosystems, advancing nature-based solutions, and creating sustainable blue economy opportunities led by women and local communities.

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Why this Project

The coastal and marine ecosystems of the Western Indian Ocean are increasingly threatened by climate change, biodiversity loss, unsustainable resource use, pollution, and rapid urbanization. These pressures are degrading critical ecosystems such as mangrove forests, coral reefs, and coastal habitats that millions of people depend on for food security, livelihoods, and climate resilience. The Regenerative Seascapes for People, Climate and Nature (ReSea) project is a regional initiative that supports coastal communities in restoring and sustainably managing marine ecosystems while strengthening climate resilience and improving livelihoods. The project contributes to the Great Blue Wall Initiative, an African-led movement to establish a network of resilient and inclusive seascapes across the Western Indian Ocean through community-led conservation and regenerative blue economy approaches. (IUCN)

GROOTS Kenya's Role

In Kenya, GROOTS Kenya works with grassroots women and coastal communities to ensure that conservation and climate adaptation go hand in hand with economic empowerment. Through locally led solutions, women are strengthening marine conservation, restoring coastal ecosystems, building sustainable enterprises, and influencing decisions that shape the future of the blue economy.

Location

Kilifi County

Initiative

Great Blue Wall Initiative

Duration

November 2022 – September 2026

Focus

Climate Resilience & Women's Economic Empowerment

Participants

Grassroots women, youth, coastal communities, community organizations and local authorities

Strategic Area

Climate Resilience and Women's Economic Empowerment

Our Pillars

Ecosystem Restoration

Restoring mangroves, coral reefs and coastal habitats through community-led conservation and nature-based solutions that strengthen climate resilience.

Community & Women's Leadership

Empowering grassroots women and coastal communities to lead conservation, influence decisions and shape sustainable solutions for their communities.

Sustainable Blue Economy

Supporting women and local communities to develop sustainable enterprises and climate-adaptive livelihoods that create economic opportunities while protecting marine ecosystems.

Knowledge & Lesson Sharing

Strengthening local governance, sharing community knowledge and influencing policies that advance inclusive conservation and resilient blue economies.