Perceptions, Values and Attitudes of Fisherfolk and Other Coastal Stakeholders towards Ownership of Fisheries Resources and its Exploitation, Management and Sustainability

Abstract

This paper describes and discusses the values, perceptions and attitudes of fisherfolk and other coastal stakeholders towards ownership of fisheries resources and its exploitation, management and sustainability. It reports on the significant changes and shifts in these values, perceptions and attitudes from the old to the new generation of fisherfolk. Such changes and shifts in values, perceptions, attitudes and mode have been brought about through the spread of awareness and enlightenment of environmental consciousness.