Use of Information and Communications Technology (ICT)
ICT allows for communications channels, such as cellular phone and internet services, to facilitate collective planning and fisherfolk meetings. These are relevant and effective in situations where participants are from different areas
and countries, and where opportunities for face to face meetings are limited. The Caribbean Network of Fisherfolk Organisations (CNFO) uses phone features such as calls and text to communicate as well as email, VOIP services and website.
• Cell phone technology and widespread usage.
• Widespread internet access.
• Communications tools that are free, including Skype and Google hangouts.
• ICT presents a low cost way of communicating.
• Current technology can facilitate many activities.
• Fishers most readily respond to cell phone.
• Collaboration with ICT partners required to derive greater benefits.