Ocean equity & justice
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Marine resource conflicts in Africa revolve mostly around access
A new study led by Managing Director Elizabeth Selig calls for more participatory, transparent governance after finding that the majority of 1000+ ocean conflicts in Africa stemmed from disputes over access to space and resources.
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Disputes over Africa’s ocean resources: Here’s what could help avoid them
The first step is to document where conflicts are occurring, who is involved, and the nature of the disputes.
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Researchers detect patterns in conflicts that shape ocean prosperity
Disputed access to ocean areas and resources, such as ports or fisheries, are the primary types of conflicts occurring across coastal countries in Africa, highlighting the need for equitable intervention strategies as more industries expand into the ocean.
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Welcoming the 2026 Blue Food Futures Fellows
The Blue Food Futures Program, co-led by the Center for Ocean Solutions, will host two early-career researchers dedicated to elevating the role of blue foods in global food systems transformation.
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Stanford research and expertise help establish first-of-its-kind marine protected area
“Facilitating a space wherein communities can shape policies and decisions about their land, ocean, values, practices, and livelihood should be the norm,” said Josheena Naggea.
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Impact awards recognize value of gender-sensitive research
Colette Wabnitz’s work highlights an overlooked reality, where millions of women support global fisheries but remain invisible in official statistics and decision-making.
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Colette Wabnitz honored for highlighting women’s unique contributions to fisheries
The marine scientist joins two other women researchers honored by the Falling Walls Foundation for advancing gender equity in science.
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Inaugural Blue Food Futures Fellows to advance blue food solutions
A new 12-month fellowship through the Blue Food Futures Program, co-led by the Center for Ocean Solutions, will support two early career researchers dedicated to understanding the role of blue foods in global food systems transformation.
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Transforming marine conservation, one chapter at a time
A new book co-authored by scholars, practitioners, and students champions a centuries-old vision for the future of marine conservation.
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Big impacts from small-scale fisheries
Experts discuss how small-scale fisheries connect to environmental and human health, gender equity, and more.
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Ask a scientist: Ocean sand
Stanford scientists discuss the social and environmental costs of mining sand from the ocean and sand’s role in climate adaptation.
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Mapping patterns and drivers of marine resource conflicts to guide solutions
Marine resources play important roles in creating more sustainable food systems, securing livelihoods, and preserving cultural traditions, yet the reasons behind these conflicts are poorly understood.
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Framing future fish fights: Narrative approaches to exploring fishery conflicts
Researchers use creative narratives to envision future fishery conflict scenarios in four regions of the world.
