Turning the golden tide : engaging women and youth in sargassum influx management

Abstract

This summary document is based on the updated UNEP-CEP Sargassum White Paper. The brief provides key messages that highlight the vulnerability of women and youth to sargassum influx events; details the role women and youth play in addressing the sargassum issue and exploring opportunities; highlights women and youth champions leading sargassum related initiatives and advancing innovation and presents policy actions aimed at promoting engagement of women and youth in decision-making processes.