This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at http://ted.com/tedx

When dealing with serious issues such as illegal fishing, maritime security, and enforcement, we look to governments to act. But what if the necessary budgets for enforcement are non-existent?
Van der Werf presents unique and cost-effective ways to strengthen maritime enforcement and argues that making an impact for conservation relies in principle on your relationships with people, not the availability of money.
Wietse van der Werf is a conservationist with a big heart for nature and on a mission to fight wildlife crime through unconventional means. Having founded a number of civilian enforcement services, Wietse works with regular citizens to collect evidence and prosecute wildlife criminals.