All posts by Ben Honey

Since July 2016, Ben has been helping to raise the voices of coastal communities as part of Blue Ventures' digital communications team.

Every voice counts: a participatory approach to periodic fishery closures

Community-collected data inspires fishers in the Barren Isles archipelago to adapt their management strategy

/ Oct 30, 2019

Clawing back a sustainable future

If there’s a creature in Madagascar with bad PR that deserves redemption, then it is surely the humble mangrove mud crab...

/ Jul 3, 2019

International Year of the Reef: why 2018 is the year to get involved!

Coral reefs are facing increasing global threats, but there’s still hope for these vital ecosystems...

/ Feb 7, 2018
Ring-tailed lemur | Photo Ben Honey

Explore Madagascar Overland: sometimes the longer route is better

Our Madagascar volunteers have the opportunity to experience some of the country’s spectacular scenery and iconic wildlife before their expedition even begins!

/ Oct 19, 2017

Bees and trees: alternative livelihoods in Ankingabe

In the small coastal village of Ankingabe in northwest Madagascar, Blue Ventures is supporting community-led beekeeping and alternative fuelwood plantations.

/ Jun 15, 2017

Amazing Madagascar part 3: hungry for adventure

In this third and final instalment of the Amazing Madagascar series we savour some delicious Malagasy recipes, and help you decide on your next destination.

/ Dec 7, 2016

Amazing Madagascar part 2: fascinating culture

In this second instalment of the Amazing Madagascar series we focus on the history, language, and traditions of the Malagasy people.

/ Nov 9, 2016

Amazing Madagascar part 1: unique wildlife

In this first instalment of our Amazing Places series we take a look at some of Madagascar's fascinating endemic species!

/ Sep 22, 2016