The Mannar Region Systemic Solutions (MARESSOL) project is in partnership with SALT Lofoten, IUCN Sri Lanka, Suganthi Devadason Marine Research Institute Tamil Nadu and the Lanka Environment Fund. The Abandoned Lost and Discarded Fishing Gear (ALDFG) Handbook is a culmination of stakeholder discussions and a pool of resources on the topic to support when conducting an ALDFG-focused workshop with fishing communities.

As part of MARESSOLs ongoing efforts to raise awareness and foster collaboration among stakeholders, this comprehensive toolkit aims at educating and empowering regional officers and youth organisations to run workshops for communities, fishermen, and policymakers to tackle this pressing environmental challenge.

The toolkit will serve as a vital resource, providing practical guidance, best practices, and actionable strategies for mitigating the impact of ghost gear on our oceans.