Reviving Reefs, Securing Futures: Micronesia’s Bold Vision for People and Planet

Across the vast Pacific, Micronesia’s coral reefs shimmer with life. Spanning over 1.7 million hectares—seven times the landmass of its islands—these ecosystems are vital to the region’s biodiversity, economy, and culture. For over 400,000 people living in the Micronesian region, coral reefs are more than beautiful—they are a foundation for food, jobs, coastal protection, and identity.

But this foundation is under threat.

Climate change, overfishing, pollution, and habitat loss are eroding the very ecosystems that communities depend on. Without urgent action, both nature and people stand to lose.

That’s where the Micronesia Coral Reefs Program steps in.

Led by The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and supported by the Global Fund for Coral Reefs (GFCR), this ambitious initiative aims to protect and restore Micronesia’s reefs while strengthening the communities that depend on them. It connects conservation with sustainable development—prioritizing nature and people, particularly the most vulnerable.