Coral Reef Restoration Project in Fiji

Ready to be transplanted corals.
The actual transplanting of corals.
Newly transplanted corals in the damaged area.
Coral restoration site of OISCA in Fiji.
Giant clam in the OISCA Coral reef restoration site.
First aid training as part of the safety workshop organized for the people who are involved in the project.

Year Started	2002
Name of Coordinators	Mr. Kazu Shimizu, Ms.Jocelyn Matunhay, and Mr. Tevita Dakia
Activities	OISCA is working closely with the villagers, local officials and community based organizations to restore and rehabilitate the damaged coral reefs of Ra Province and Coral Coast. OISCA is spearheading workshops and environmental awareness campaigns to strengthen communities, raise awareness and involve them in the protection of the coral reefs. OISCA is now coordinating with the Fisheries Department of Fiji to introduce how to culture giant clams and other bivalves to help restore the natural condition of the marine ecosystem so as to support the daily life of the people.
Project Impact	With the assistance of Sumitomo Life Insurance Company, about 40,000 corals nurtured in OISCA nurseries were transplanted into the 38 sites. Almost all the OISCA coral sites were declared as marine sanctuary by the local government officers of the villages.
Number of Sites	38 Sites
Project Location	Coral Coast Area & Ra province in Viti Levu Island