Job satisfaction in the marine and estuarine fisheries of Guinea-Bissau

This paper examines aspects of job satisfaction among small-scale fishers in Guinea-Bissau, West Africa. The willingness of
fishers to change métier or occupation is a central aspect of study, and gains relevance from the global degradation of marine
environments. The author concludes that small-scale fishers are generally satisfied with the extent to which their and needs
of self-realization and social life are met. They also express satisfaction with the state of the natural environment. However,
fishers are less pleased with the fulfillment of basic needs and with the performance of fisheries managers.