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The typical media image of a seafarer or crew on a deep-sea trawler is often of a tough, masculine figure. Many ocean related activities and industries have historically been, and in some cases continue to be, male dominated. However, as this chapter explores, it is essential to recognize that women participate in, contribute to, and benefit from the ocean and its related industries including fisheries, transportation, tourism, mining, research and development, among others. All of humanity is connected to the ocean in one way or another, yet substantial gender disparities exist in recognition of who’s involved, to what extent, and in how the benefits are distributed.
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Harper, S., Martin, A. (2023). Gender and the Ocean: Marine Resources and Spaces for All. In: Obaidullah, F. (eds) The Ocean and Us. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-10812-9_29
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