ManaCo is an international network of coral reef actors bringing together local communities, volunteers and stakeholders with scientists to improve the conservation of coral reefs. The focus is to create solidarity and to build a bridge between indigenous/local knowledge and scientific innovation.

To reach this goal, the consortium will provide:

• Exchange and sharing of technical expertise, knowledge and resources
• Education and dissemination of information
• Linkages between researchers and communities
• Booster of joint financial application