The Philippines: Climate change impacts & small-scale fisheries: A case study of adaptation and resilience

Nabor, Maria Katrinna (2025) The Philippines: Climate change impacts & small-scale fisheries: A case study of adaptation and resilience. International Collective in Support of Fishworkers (ICSF), Chennai, India. ISBN 978-93-80802-18-3

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Abstract

Climate change impacts pose a significant threat to small-scale fisheries in the Philippines, especially to livelihoods and food security in coastal areas. This case study examines the experiences of fisherfolk in Tagkawayan, Quezon, highlighting the effects of extreme weather events, sea-level rise, and habitat degradation. Typhoons, floods, and rising sea levels damage fishing gear, disrupt fishing activities, and erode coastal areas, displacing communities and reducing fish catches. The fishing communities continue to express concerns about the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events and their impact on fishing and coastal resources. They emphasize the need for stronger social safety nets, including financial assistance and alternative livelihood options, to enhance their resilience. While national and subnational agencies have implemented adaptation strategies such as disaster preparedness programmes and nature-based solutions, the case study shows that challenges still remain. Limited resources, coordination gaps among stakeholders and insufficient community participation hinder effective implementation of these programmes, it notes. The case study underscores the importance of incorporating community perspectives and strengthening local capacity to develop and implement effective climate change adaptation strategies for SSF.

Item Type:	Books
Keywords:	Philippines, Climate Change, Small-scale Fisheries, Adaptation, Case Study, ICSF, Livelihoods, Food Security, Coastal Areas, Sea Level Rise, Fisherfolk, Typhoon, Floods, Fishing Gears, Stakeholders, Fishing Communities, Coastal Resources
Subjects:	Disasters and Climate Change
Depositing User:	Kokila ICSF Krish
Date Deposited:	18 Sep 2025 10:37
Last Modified:	18 Sep 2025 10:37
URI:	http://icsfarchives.net/id/eprint/22480

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