The WMC is pleased to announce that the USAID CCAW (Conservation of Central American Watersheds) program has approved its funding proposal for the production of a public service announcement (PSA) for the local Cable Chicho. The purpose of this PSA is to educate the general public of Bocas on the following topics:

1. The waste management issues in Bocas;

2. The impacts of waste mismanagement on the population’s health and the archipelago’s natural resources;

3. What local residents can do individually to contribute to trash reduction; and

4. Information about the BSTA and the WMC and its current activities.

The video is currently in the planning process.

Filming at local beaches, underwater reefs, and commuity parks is expected to commence July 6, and the target date for completion of the PSA is July 17th. After it is finished, it will be broadcast each evening on Cable Chicho, between 7 – 8 pm, for four months. The WMC will be employing the services of Joe Bonerigo, a local photographer, as well as the local music group The Beach Boys of Bastimentos, and the volunteer time of many community members in the production effort. If you’d like to participate or have any comments or suggestions, please contact Catta, the WMC Coordinator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Written by :

VIcki Brown