Coral Garden Conservation (CGC) is a Mauritian NGO working to protect and restore coastal and marine ecosystems through a community-led, ridge-to-reef approach. Our work extends across the island, from voluntary marine conservation areas at St Félix and Le Morne to coastal planting initiatives that stabilise sandy beaches and strengthen natural resilience.
This short film tells the story of how science and community come together to address visible change along Mauritius’ shores. Through regular lagoon and reef monitoring, simple observations are shared with partners and the community to guide action. But as local voices remind us, threats like coastal erosion are accelerating, and the loss of sand directly impacts access, safety, and the future of our beaches.
As a response, CGC promotes practical, nature-based solutions. Along exposed beaches in the south and south-west, we plant beach morning glory (Ipomoea pes-caprae), a native vine that stabilises dunes and retains sand. Together with mangrove planting, these efforts are community-driven and show how local knowledge and participation safeguard ecosystems.
Anchored in testimony and community action, this film highlights that what we restore today ensures reefs, coasts, and beaches can still be enjoyed by future generations. Watch CGC’s film here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1pwhK4SKbAXpIIO7-Vup0JC8V2kDqXmne?usp=drive_link