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In a country plagued by extreme poverty and political instability, Jean Wiener led community efforts to establish Haiti's first marine protected areas by empowering Haitians to see the long-term value in sustainably managing fisheries and mangrove forests.
Jean Wiener (or Wiéner) (19 March 1896, 14th arrondissement of Paris – 8 June 1982, Paris) was a French pianist and composer. Life. Wiener was trained at the Conservatoire de Paris, where he studied alongside Darius Milhaud, and worked with Erik Satie. He then embarked on a career as concert impresario, composer and pianist.
Apr 26, 2016 · Over twenty years ago, Wiener set out, alone, on an almost impossible journey—to revive the seas and coasts of one the most dilapidated nations on Earth. His crusade would mobilize entire villages and rescue hundreds of thousands of acres of endangered corals, critical wetlands, and everything in between.
Feb 16, 2022 · Jean, who won the Goldman Prize in 2015 for his work on coastal conservation, has been splitting his time between Washington and Haiti. Known lately for its natural disasters, political and gang violence, and extreme poverty, Haiti can be a challenging place to work as an environmental advocate.
Jean Wiener is the Executive Director of the Fondation pour la Protection de la Biodiversité Marine. While certain areas of Haiti remain picturesque, it’s hard to find a place within the beleaguered island nation untouched by the trifecta of violence, pollution, and corruption.
May 7, 2015 · In a country plagued by extreme poverty and political instability, 2015 Goldman Prize winner Jean Wiener led community efforts to establish the Haiti’s first Marine Protected Areas by empowering local citizens to see the long-term value in sustainably managing fisheries and mangrove forests.
Apr 30, 2015 · The Goldman Environmental Foundation announced last week that Haitian conservationist Jean Wiener is one of six recipients of the 2015 Goldman Environmental Prize, the world’s largest award for grassroots environmental activists.
