To realize a blue economy, it is necessary to optimize marine resource management. When coastal ecosystems are healthy, biodiversity is maintained, which directly impacts the livelihoods of coastal communities. The Ecology Foundation (YEKR) is committed to continuously supporting effective management in the Riau Islands by collaborating with various parties.

As part of its Women's Empowerment and Mangrove Ecosystem Restoration Program, Yayasan Ecology Riau Islands (YEKR) in collaboration with Bank Riau Kepri (BRK) Syariah held a Digital Business and Financial Management Training activity for women's groups in Berakit Village. The event occurred at Berakit Village Hall and was attended by 55 participants from five community groups, including Pokmaswas Srikandi, KUEP Melati, KUEP Tenggiri, KUM Panglong, and representatives from YEKR.

In an effort to strengthen community participation in sustainable coastal resource management, community groups in Berakit Village, including the Srikandi Community Supervisory Group (Pokmaswas), the Melati and Tenggiri Women's Economic Business Group (KUEP) and the Panglong Community Business Group, participated in a capacity building program through a series of group administration training and training on the use of mangroves in batik and ecoprint crafts. This program aims to improve the managerial and entrepreneurial skills of the community, so that they can be more independent in managing groups and utilizing environmental potential in a sustainable manner to improve economic welfare.