Protecting the American Seafood Supply Chain by Countering Unfair Labor Practices and Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing
A $11M grant will fund a 3-year project to combat abusive labor and illegal fishing in Indonesia and the Philippines, aiming to protect American seafood workers and businesses.
Funder: Bureau of International Labor Affairs
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $11,000,000 total; one award; three-year project
Summary: Supports a technical assistance project to counter abusive labor practices and illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in Indonesia and the Philippines impacting the U.S. seafood supply chain.
Key Information: Forecasted opportunity; details subject to change—monitor for updates.
Description
This forecasted funding opportunity from the Bureau of International Labor Affairs (ILAB), U.S. Department of Labor, will support a technical assistance project addressing abusive labor practices linked to illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing in Indonesia and the Philippines. The project aims to strengthen labor enforcement and mechanisms to prevent abusive labor practices in the global seafood supply chain, thereby promoting fair competition for American seafood workers and businesses. Engagement with government agencies, regional associations, workers’ organizations, and the private sector is expected.
