Provided by: The Nature Conservancy |Published on: February 10, 2026
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Synopsis
This article from The Nature Conservancy describes seaweed aquaculture as an opportunity for women in Kenya to support themselves and participate in a more sustainable form of agriculture.
The article talks about the benefits of seaweed farming and some best practices for avoiding potential negative impacts of seaweed farming.
This article paints a hopeful picture for progress towards sustainable agriculture and gender equity.
The article is well-organized and easy to read.
Prerequisites
It may benefit students to highlight Kenya and other countries mentioned in this article on a map.
Students should understand there are legal limitations or gender norms that may prohibit women from specific activites in other countries.
Differentiation & Implementation
To make connections to climate change, teachers can use this video to explain the carbon sequestration potential of seaweed.
This article does a great job of demonstrating Sustainable Development Goal 5, Gender Equality, and how it can interact with Goal 8, Decent Work and Economic Growth.
Students can use the section about best practices for seaweed farming to create a sustainable seaweed farming guide, citing evidence noted in the article.
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The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is a global environmental nonprofit working to create a world where people and nature can thrive. The Nature Conservancy has grown to become one of the most effective and wide-reaching environmental organizations in the world.
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