Rethinking  how  we live  from  the  ocean

GAROUPA is dedicated to protecting and regenerating São Nicolau’s marine heritage by aligning environmental conservation with meaningful economic development.

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Our mission is to establish a structured marine conservation and management framework in the Bay of Tarrafal de São Nicolau, using it as a living model to demonstrate that true progress is only possible when natural capital is preserved and restored. Through science, community engagement, and sustainable practices, we work to ensure the long-term resilience of both marine ecosystems and the communities that depend on them.