This manuscript details the pursuit of spatial data and spatial analytical capacity building in the
Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) in order to support multi-scale marine and terrestrial biodiversity
conservation. This includes: 1) Creating the FSM's first national spatial data clearinghouse; 2) Constructing
spatial analysis laboratory infrastructure to support conservation; and, 3) Building capacity for
spatial data creation and sharing across the FSM and research partners. This is made possible by adopting
‘community based participatory research’ methodologies and adjusting them to fit small island geographies.
This allows for the determination of common agendas, synergies among ongoing projects, and
intelligent assessments of infrastructure and the sustainability of technological systems and partnerships
in the unique Pacific Small Island environment.