I contribute my expertise to regional projects with a “positive impact” and continue to develop my skills and collaborations in a multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural framework, particularly in the field of the Blue Economy. I have developed a keen interest in seaweed mariculture for its potential to improve the livelihoods of coastal populations, and to mitigate and adapt to climate change. Seaweed mariculture can provide essential socio-economic benefits to communities as a complementary source of income, especially for women. Also, when included in Integrated Multi-Trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) systems, seaweeds are beneficial to fish health and serve as environmental remediation. However, the establishment of seaweed farms brings its share of environmental impact and economic and social difficulties, mainly due to inappropriate value chains and climatic issues, particularly in tropical countries. In addition, there is growing evidence of the potential of seaweeds for blue carbon capture, a field that could represent significant future opportunities for coastal communities.