In a landmark event, Campeche Governor Layda Sansores San Román announced an additional investment of 5 million pesos to support the restoration of 5,000 hectares of mangroves. This commitment is part of the Mangrove Restoration and Sustainable Management Policy Accelerator, a high-level gathering that brought together environmental leaders, legislators, international representatives, and coastal communities.
During her speech, Governor Sansores emphasized the importance of community-led initiatives in reforestation efforts. She shared stories of women who have been instrumental in planting mangroves, citing their dedication and enthusiasm as a testament to the potential for collective action.
“We are sowing hope by planting mangroves,” said the governor. “We must invest in these projects because they bring life and joy to our communities.”
The event also saw the launch of the proposal to establish Mangrove Day in Campeche, which aims to mobilize students, lawmakers, and local residents for a massive planting campaign.
“This is part of a collective poem,” Governor Sansores said. “Growing life with hope and joy is the most powerful act. Let us work together to make it happen.”
The initiative has already shown promising results, with 400 hectares of mangroves restored through collaboration between the state government, SEMABICCE, WRI, ICCF, and local partners.
Senator Ivideliza Reyes Hernández recognized Campeche as a national example in mangrove restoration. “Thank you, Governor, for making Campeche a benchmark in mangrove restoration,” she said. “From the Senate, we reiterate our commitment to sustainable fishing and environmental justice.”
The event is part of the World Resources Institute’s (WRI) Initiative, which aims to support decision-makers in designing effective policies for landscape restoration. Representatives from Belize, Colombia, and Guatemala, as well as stakeholders from all levels of Mexican government, civil society, academia, and local communities, participated in the gathering.
Source: La Jornada Maya
