- The Fisheries Cooperators' Pledge to the Fishermen of the World
- On this First World Fisheries Cooperative Day, to improve the quality of fishermen's lives and to build a brighter future for fisheries worldwide We, the Fisheries Cooperators Worldwide pledge:
- First, to take the lead in protecting the global fisheries as a human food resource, in publicizing the importance of the fisheries for the next generation, and in introducing the necessity of fisheries cooperatives worldwide;
- Second, to encourage fishermen worldwide and strive to build active fishing communities, in order to realize sustainable fisheries businesses
- Third, to strive to increase the value of the future fisheries and take further initiatives to create green growth in the industry, by actively sharing our collective experiences and expertise;
- Fourth, in a cooperative spirit, to strive to earn the respect of the community of fishermen through service and by supporting their pursuit of happiness and
- Last, to contribute to the prosperity of humankind and world peace, the fundamental ideals of cooperatives, in collaboration with International Cooperative Fisheries Organization and other related international organizations.
- 16 June 2011
- Fisheries Cooperators Worldwide