{"id":210690,"date":"2024-09-05T04:57:52","date_gmt":"2024-09-05T08:57:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/?p=210690"},"modified":"2024-09-05T04:57:53","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T08:57:53","slug":"fitches-creek-residents-association-hosts-dinner-and-discussion-to-support-conservation-efforts-in-fitches-creek-bay-and-nemma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/fitches-creek-residents-association-hosts-dinner-and-discussion-to-support-conservation-efforts-in-fitches-creek-bay-and-nemma\/","title":{"rendered":"Fitches Creek Residents Association Hosts Dinner and Discussion to Support Conservation Efforts in Fitches Creek Bay and NEMMA"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"antig-3640536432\" class=\"antig-ecab antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img 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https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/PHOTO-2026-04-07-10-45-56.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1200\" height=\"400\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n<p><strong>Fitches Creek Residents Association Hosts Dinner and Discussion to Support Conservation Efforts in Fitches Creek Bay and NEMMA<\/strong><\/p><div id=\"antig-2350967987\" class=\"antig-content_5 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ablpag\" aria-label=\"ABLP_2026_Launch_English_Digital-BB\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English_Digital-BB-1.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English_Digital-BB-1.png 2160w, 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\/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Fitches Creek Residents Association (FCRA) successfully hosted a community consultation entitled \u201cDinner and Discussion\u201d to advance activities under the &#8220;Building a Community Constituency for the Conservation of the Fitches Creek Bay and North East Marine Management Area (NEMMA)&#8221; project. The gathering, held at the St. George&#8217;s Anglican Church, brought together over forty-five (45) residents and stakeholders in a collaborative effort to bolster community-driven conservation initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key stakeholders who attended the consultation included representatives from the Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda, National Solid Waste Management Authority, Fisheries Division, and the Antigua Public Utilities Authority. Civil society partners, such as Integrated Health Outreach (IHO), IHO &#8211; Nature Rangers, and the Environmental Awareness Group, showed their unwavering support for the project, while promoting knowledge sharing.<\/p><div id=\"antig-156007552\" class=\"antig-content_4 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/discoverflow.co\/web\/antigua\" aria-label=\"ANU CVP Digital Broadband 1200x400_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1201\/h:401\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1201w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:100\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:342\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:256\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/ANU-CVP-Digital-Broadband-1200x400_1-1.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1201\" height=\"401\"   \/><\/a><\/div><div id=\"antig-1964228407\" class=\"antig-content_12 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ablpag\" aria-label=\"ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB (1)\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png 2160w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1024\/h:512\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:384\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png 768w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1536\/h:768\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png 1536w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1920\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/ABLP_2026_Launch_English-_lineup_Digital-BB-1.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"2160\" height=\"1080\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>During the meeting, the project team provided an insightful overview of the project\u2019s progress, highlighting key activities conducted to date. These activities include community conservation education, mangrove replanting and restoration, community clean-ups, and World Biodiversity Day mangrove kayaking tour. Of note, feedback on the design plans for the installation of signage, and the intended deployment of cameras to monitor and protect the area from illegal dumping was received.<\/p><div id=\"antig-3804760232\" class=\"antig-content antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/ReggaeInTheParkAntigua\" aria-label=\"lucanio\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:864\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:864\/h:1080\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 1080w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:240\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:819\/h:1024\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:768\/h:960\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/lucanio.jpeg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1350\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe open discussion provided valuable feedback for the FCRA in completing the remaining project activities. Community input is an essential component of our implementation and evaluation process. The success of this project lies in the strength of our partnerships and the active participation of our community members,\u201d said Britney McDonald, Project Manager. \u201cWe are proud of the progress we\u2019re making to advance community-led action and conservation knowledge through the support of the Critical Ecosystems Partnership Fund (CEPF) and Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The consultation discussions are testament to the collective commitment of the FCRA and other stakeholders to preserving the natural beauty and ecological integrity of the Fitches Creek Bay and NEMMA. FCRA Board Member, Kyla Williamson, noted, \u201cIt was great to see the residents come out and get involved&nbsp; with the project. The residents have always had a great passion for the protection of our environment, and I&#8217;m excited for them to see our next steps in the future&#8221;. The project will continue to leverage partner resources and guidance throughout its lifecycle, ensuring that all activities align with the broader goals of conservation and sustainability.<\/p><div id=\"antig-2640014782\" class=\"antig-content_2 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.com\/antigua\/\" aria-label=\"500X500 (1)\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  srcset=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:500\/h:500\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 500w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:300\/h:300\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:150\/h:150\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/500X500-1.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\"   \/><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The FCRA intends to host its next community consultation under the project in October 2024 and encourages all interested persons including Fitches Creek and NEMMA Residents to attend upcoming activities. For more information about the project and upcoming events, please contact the Fitches Creek Residents Association or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/profile.php?id=61556500915752\">\u201cFCRA Community Projects\u201d Facebook page.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;Building a Community Constituency for Conservation in the Fitches Creek Bay and the NEMMA&#8221; Project is led by the Fitches Creek Residents Association and is funded by the Critical Ecosystem Partnership Fund with the support of the Caribbean Natural Resources Institute and partner Integrated Health Outreach.<\/p><div id=\"antig-176874940\" class=\"antig-content_3 antig-entity-placement\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.antiguabarbudaculinarymonth.com\/\" aria-label=\"CM key_WEB 1300x300_1\"><img src=\"https:\/\/mlavawteztbj.i.optimole.com\/w:1301\/h:301\/q:mauto\/f:best\/https:\/\/antiguanewsroom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/CM-key_WEB-1300x300_1.jpg\" alt=\"\"  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