Our team is Dedicated to shaping the future of commercial fishing in the U.S.
Maité Duquela
Coordinator of the National Future Fishermen Coalition
Maité holds a Master’s Degree in environmental management, economics and policy from the Nicholas School of the Environment at Duke University. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in economics from the Santo Domingo Institute of Technology, in the Dominican Republic, where she was born and raised.
Her career has been focused on mixed-methods research, data analysis, community outreach and stakeholder engagement, coalition building, program design and project management, and communications. Her main interest is working on the design-to-implementation pipeline of projects, programs, and policies that support sustainable resource management and strengthen climate-resilient systems.
MEet our Steering Committee
This coalition has been developed with direct collaboration from the Steering Committee, composed of our Founding Members. Learn more about the organizations’ missions and about the diverse experience of our Steering Committee members in the commercial fishing industry and in support of the next generation of fishermen and women.
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FEATURED BLOG POST
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We are thrilled to introduce the National Future Fishermen Coalition (NFFC)—an initiative born from our deep commitment to securing the future of U.S. commercial fishing. As founders, we understand the challenges faced by young fishermen and women today, and we are dedicated to ensuring they have the support and resources…
Back the Current and the Next Generation of Commercial Fishermen
Commercial fishing isn’t just a job—it’s a way of life, and, unfortunately, one that’s getting harder to break into. The National Future Fishermen Coalition is working to change that by helping the next wave of fishermen and women get the skills and support they need to hit the water running.
If you care about strong fishing careers, fresh domestic seafood, and resilient coastal communities, throw a little support their way.
Get on board—help shape the future of U.S. commercial fishing!
