Marine Conservation Cambodia

Marine Conservation Cambodia (MCC) is a community-based NGO dedicated to protecting Cambodia’s marine ecosystems. Since 2008, MCC has combined scientific research, conservation action, and strong community partnerships to safeguard the ocean while supporting sustainable livelihoods for coastal families. Our operational base is located on Koh Ach Seh in the Kep Archipelago, where we run year-round conservation and research programs.

At MCC, protecting the ocean begins with understanding it. We identify key threats, study marine ecosystems, and work closely with local fishers, government officers, and coastal communities to develop practical, locally relevant solutions. This approach allows us to connect science, community action, and policy support in ways that lead to meaningful, long-term change.

Our work includes seagrass and seahorse monitoring, marine mammal surveys, and citizen science and education programs that build local capacity and awareness. In addition, MCC carries out direct conservation actions such as deploying Fishery Productivity Structures (FPS), which help prevent destructive trawling and protect critical marine habitats. We also collaborate closely with government partners to support the establishment and management of Marine Fisheries Management Areas (MFMAs) and assist local law enforcement agencies in protecting Cambodia’s marine resources.