This conference will address challenges associated with development and management of coastal fisheries in Latin America and the Caribbean, and is expected to facilitate exchange and discussions regarding assessment methods and management approaches, as well as improve knowledge on coastal fisheries in the region.  

dates: 4-8 October 2004  
location: Merida, Mexico  
contact: Silvia Salas, Organizing Committee  
phone: 1-999-981-2903  
fax: 1-999-981-2334  
e-mail: coastfish@mda.cinvestav.mx  
www: http://www.mda.cinvestav.mx/eventos/Coastfish/english/welcome.htm