May 2021

From knowledge toaction: BIOPAMAactions on theground

The BIOPAMA Action Component providesfunding opportunities to address protectedand conserved areas, sustainable use ofbiodiversity, natural resources priorities foractions on the ground in Africa, theCaribbean and the Pacific (ACP) countries.

About the ActionComponent

The Action Component is a 21million Euro grant-makingfacility managed by IUCN(International Union forConservation of Nature) in theframe of the BIOPAMA(Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management)Programme. BIOPAMA is aninitiative of thethe Organisationof African, Caribbean andPacific States (OACPS) financedby the European Union’s 11thEuropean Development Fund.

The Action Component isaddressing priorities for action,supporting activities on theground for strengthening themanagement effectiveness andgovernance of protected andconserved areas. By adopting alandscape approach, theseactions will also contribute toenhancing the local livelihoodsthrough sustainable use of thenatural resources andecosystem services, as well asincreasing the resilience to theimpacts of climate change.

GlobalFigures

Medium GrantsSmall Technical GrantsRapid Response GrantsSmall Technical Grants for Assessments

Total budget and programme duration:EUR 21 million for 2017-2023 Value of grants awarded so far: EUR 10.7 millionNumber of grants so far: 108Number of protected areas targeted by the awardedgrants: 347 Type of grants so far:

Local communitiesYouth Women Indigenous peoples and communities Local and national protected area agencies Farmers and fishermen Private sectorSubnational governments National governments National protected area agencies

Focus regions: Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific

Target groups:

Objectives:

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Where, whom, why?

Enhance the managementand governance of priorityprotected areas byaddressing existinglimitations (strengtheningon-site infrastructure forpatrolling, poaching control,developing capacity of staff).

Enhance the legalframework required toachieve effectivebiodiversity conservation inprotected areas.

Support local communities'initiatives aiming to enhancethe livelihoods of localpeople whilst effectivelycontributing to protectedarea management.

New calls for proposals will beorganised in 2021-2022.

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RegionalOverviewCaribbean: 26 grants, 66 Protected and Conserved Areas (PCAs)

Central Africa: 8 grants, 10 PCAs

Eastern Africa: 24 grants, 138 PCAs

Pacific: 16 grants, 80 PCAs

Western Africa: 16 grants, 20 PCAs

Southern Africa: 18 grants, 33 PCAs

Selected Projects

PACIFICREGION

PAME study to assess the effectiveness of National Trust for Fiji PAs and provision of appropriate Ranger equipment to enhance the management of these sites.

Type of priority area

Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Terrestrial Protected Area

Governance

Local Communities

Survey/Data knowledge management

Protected Area Management Effectiveness (PAME)

Protected Area Governance Effectiveness (PAGE)

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.10.2021

WDPA ID555592856, 9637, 15132, 9640, 555592859

Type of grant & budgetShort Term Grant | EUR 68161

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/fj

LocationFiji, Pacific

Protected & Conserved AreasWaisali Rainforest Reserve, Yadua Taba Crested Iguana Sanctuary, Nakanacagi Bat Sanctuary – Wildlife Sanctuary, Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park, Garrick Reserve – Nature Reserve, Sovi Basin Protected Area

Project LeadNational Trust of Fiji

Description of the project:This project is an excellent opportunity for the NTF to properly resource and equip NTF protected areas, as well as undertake research to improve themanagement of protected areas.

The NTF will purchase field equipment and Ranger Kits, for distribution to Rangers at all sites. At the same time NTF GIS Officer will provide in-housetraining to all Rangers in the use of SMART Tools and GPS. The new equipment will be used for site monitoring and critical management activities.

NTF will purchase media and other equipment for the NTF Site Visitor Information Centres. These new equipment will be used for community and visitorawareness, and for the NTF Heritage and Young Hands Program (HIYH). The HIY program is implemented throughout the year with school children in theregion.

A protected Area Management Effectiveness study of six protected areas managed by the NTF, will be undertaken by a consultant working closely withthe NTF project team. The team will work closely with the key stakeholders including the provinicial administrators of site areas with traditionalpresentations, and participatory approaches of focus group discussions and meetings.

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Indigenous Communities National or local PA authority

Management Effectiveness

Indigenous and Community Conserved Area (ICCA)

Key Biodiversity Area

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Diagnostic Tools UsedProtected Area Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (METT- 4)

The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) AddressedEnhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations.

Priority Need Addressed• Field equipment is inadequate to perform critical management activities.• Visitor facilities are inappropriate to the level of visitors use.• Conduct PAME assessment.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasQuality data and information are essential to inform sound decision making for the NTF PAs. Through the provision of field equipment the NTF will improve field data collection and management of data by NTF Rangers. NTF rangers will expand the use of GIS as a tool for data storage, analysis and presentation and implement the use of SMART (Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool) as a monitoring and data tool. This will enable the NTF able to better monitor site indicators across the NTF PAs and provide management with good data analysis.

At the NTF Visitor Information Centres, the NTF will now be able to improve the provision of awareness and communication resources through panels, guides, brochures, and media.This will generate more interest in the site, expand educational information especially through the NTF’s Heritage in Young Hands Program, and increase opportunities for the visitor (both international and local) to experience and understand the conservation needs of the site.

The evaluation of Management Effectiveness of the six NTF Protected will lead to the design of proactive management of the NTF sites.

The project ‘PAME study to assess theeffectiveness of National Trust for Fiji PAsand provision of appropriate Rangerequipment to enhance the management ofthese sites’ is financed by the EuropeanUnion and the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States through theBiodiversity and Protected AreasManagement (BIOPAMA) Programme.

BIOPAMA assists the African, Caribbean andPacific countries to address their prioritiesfor improved management and governanceof biodiversity and natural resources.BIOPAMA provides a variety of tools,services and funding to conservation actorsin the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP)countries. The BIOPAMA grant-makingfacility is managed by IUCN (InternationalUnion for Conservation of Nature) andsupports projects on the ground tostrengthen the management andgovernance of protected and conservedareas, with a total budget of 21 millionEuros.

This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of the National Trust of Fiji can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Kiritimati Island Conservation Protected Area Project


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities

Management Plan Awareness/education Monitoring/Patrol equipment

Duration15.09.2020 – 14.03.2023

WDPA ID

Type of grant & budgetMedium Grant | EUR 398,544.27

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/ki

LocationKiribati, Pacific

Protected & Conserved AreasMotu Upua Islet, Dojin, Tanguoua, Koil, Toyota, Mouakena, Cook islet, Motu Tabu islet, Y site or Ngaontetaake

Project LeadMinistry of Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development (MELAD) - Kiribati

Description of the project:The project is designed to carry out four major key activities that includes but not limited to, the development of a management plan for the 9 protectedareas and undertake to provide key equipment and tools required to carry out effective and well-coordinated patrolling, protection and monitoring ofthe sea birds breeding and nesting sites and habitat not only in within the closed areas but along surrounding areas and generally around the wholeisland which is Government state owned land. The project is also expected to implement control of invasive species using cat traps in particular the legheld cat traps and live cat cages. Rat traps known as snapper traps and introduction of rat baits known as broadifacoum 2OR will be used in the controlactivities. In addition to these core activities the project is expected to carry out community awareness programs to communities, stakeholdersGovernment departments and private sectors and the education sector in particular Primary and Secondary school children. The awareness program willhighlight the IAS, the importance of biodiversity and certain laws and legislation in place and applicable to Kiritimati island and the PAs which have beendesignated as Wildlife conservation and environment protected areas under the Environment Act 1999 and the Wildlife Ordinance. The activity will alsoinvolve the establishment of educational and awareness mediums such as billboards and signboards showcasing important conservation messages to thepublic and visitors into Kirtimati island.

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Youth Women

Management Effectiveness Livelihoods

Conservancy Key Biodiversity Area

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Diagnostic Tools UsedThe actions and priorities proposed in this project align well with the priorities stated in the following national strategic and conservation management documents;1. Kiribati National Biodiversity Strategies and Action Plan 2016-20202. Kiribati National Invasive species strategy and Action Plan, 2015-20203. Wildlife and Conservation Ordinance (CAP 100)4. Environment Act (amended 2007)

The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) AddressedThe project will contribute to the achievement of the BIOPAMA objectives as follows.1. Enhancing the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations, strengthening on-site infrastructure and

equipment for patrolling, poaching control, and developing capacity of staff 2. Enforcement of the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation. 3. Supporting local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas

management.

Priority Need AddressedThe two priority needs that will be addressed through this project are:1. Enhancing the protection and management of protected areas on Kiritimati through the development of management plan and the provision of

proper equipment.2. Enhancing the management of protected areas by executing invasive alien species control and management activities and improved public

awareness on the impact of invasive species.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areas • The protected areas of Motu Upua, Dojin, Tanguoua, Koil, Toyota, Mouakena and the three islets protected areas of Cook Islands, Motu

Tabu and Ngaontetaake are located very far from the main villages hence the monitoring of these protected areas is very difficult without the monitoring vehicles such as cars and boat. The provision of monitoring vehicles and all the monitoring equipment to be provided in this project will enable the conduction of regular and efficient monitoring activities that will enhance the management of the protected areas.

• The project will also improve and strengthen governance on the management of the protected areas through enhancing the support and participation of the local communities on the management of the protected areas, promotion of community awareness on the importance of protected area and biodiversity conservation and enforcement of rules for the management of the protected areas

• Protection of the environment in the protected areas will also enhance the protection of the important birds population that are nesting at the nine protected areas on land and islet protected areas so the population of birds species will be increasing and prevent the extinction of the endangered species.

The project ‘Kiritimati Island ConservationProtected Area Project’ is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Ministry of Environment, Lands and Agricultural Development (MELAD) - Kiribati and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Enhancing the sustainable management and protection of Samoa’s Protected Area Network


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Marine Protected Area

Governance

Local Communities

Sustainable development Survey/Data knowledge management

Protected Area Management Effectiveness (PAME)

Duration08.02.2021 – 31.01.2022

WDPA ID

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant | EUR 99,999

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/country/ws

LocationSamoa, Pacific

Protected & Conserved AreasFaleaseela watershed and rainforest sanctuary, Vailoa mangrove ecosystem conservation, Malaemalu mangrove conservation, Manono Coral gardening and mangrve conservation, Letogo-Vailele watershe management, LotosoaSaleimoa mangrove conservation, Siufaga Falelatai mangrove conservation, Lalomauga Biodiversity conservation, Uafato conservation area, MalololeleiRecreation Reserve, Sili Biodiversity conservation, Aopo Upland conservation area, Falealupo coastal forest conservation, Taga conservation area, Matavanucrater ecosystem conservation, Tafua crater conservation, Satoalepai wetland conservation area, Lefagoalii marine conservation area, Saipipi marine conservation area, Salelologa lowland coastal forest

Project LeadMinistry of Natural Resources and Environment - Samoa

Description of the project:There are two main activities; firstly to conduct a PAME assessment of Samoa’s protected area network using the Management Effectiveness andTracking Tool. Given the higher percentage of Samoa’s protected area with limited and zero updated information, our goal is now on collating andupdating the management effectiveness of the existing PAs listed in the current WDPA list for protected areas for Samoa. For this project, we propose touse the RAPPAM tool to get an overview of the management status for at least 20 PAs.

Secondly, is the procurement of much-needed resources to improve the effectiveness of services for current PAs management efforts through surveysand maintenance work. The sustainable management of PAs continues to be a priority action for Samoa; thus we need to improve terrestrial PAinfrastructure and facilities with the purchase of essential equipment and tools such as chainsaw, brushcutter, electric high pressure and ladder. As forthe management of marine and coastal ecosystems/biodiversity, is the purchase of the marine survey boat to support various marine undertakings forprotected areas.

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Farmers/Fishermen National or local PA agency


Terrestrial Protected Area Key Biodiversity Area

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Diagnostic Tools Used• Samoa’s Sixth National Report to the Convention on Biological Diversity, 2018• Samoa Ocean Strategy 2020-2030 – Integrated Management for the Future of Samoa’s Ocean

The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) Addressed• Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing

limitations;• Enforce the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation in PAs;• Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst

effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need Addressed• The need to collate and document updated management and ecological status of at least 20 PAs • Allows and enables effective assessment and field surveys to be conducted for the selected

protected areas. • Improve on the lack of resources (equipment/tools) and thus effective delivery of services for

conservation and management works for protected areas (terrestrial and marine)

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areas - approx. 200 wordsPositive outcomes are anticipated from the implementation of activities under the project, especially in improving the quality of our services on sustainable management and conservation of both terrestrial and marine PAs. Outcome of the PAME assessment will obtain data and information on the management and ecological status of at least 20 terrestrial PAs. Furthermore, it provides opportunity to improve knowledge and awareness as well as strengthen support and engagement of communities for conservational works such as restoration of heavily degraded areas, control of invasive species and biodiversity monitoring.

With the provision of well-equipped equipment and tools, this ensures improved operation through efficient and effective maintenance services and landscaping of terrestrial PAs in order to enhance ecosystem services and maintain environmental scenery beautification. The fully-equipped marine survey boat will help improve management of marine and coastal ecosystems/biodiversity conservation through; (i) regular research and monitoring/surveys/restoration activities (ii) management/conservation of species of interest and conservation concern including invasive operations, and (iii) effective surveillance and enforcement of marine PAs in order to improve compliance with existing regulatory mechanisms and measures.

The project ‘Enhancing the sustainablemanagement and protection of Samoa’sProtected Area Network’ is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment - Samoa and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Strengthening and Promoting Conservation in Local Conservation Areas in Tuvalu


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities

Survey/Data knowledge management

Capacity building Monitoring/Patrol equipment

Duration08.02.2021 – 08.02.2022

WDPA ID

Type of grant & budgetShort Term Grant | EUR 73,229

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/tv

LocationTuvalu, Pacific

Protected & Conserved Areas

Project LeadDepartment of Environment, Tuvalu

Description of the project:

This Project will actually focus on purchasing tools that will be needed to monitor the salinity and temperature on conservation areas which data will beuseful to inform decision makers. The installation of beacons and buoys in one of the conservation area is a priority to ensure that proper demarcation.In addition, as climate change is one of the main issues that Tuvalu is facing at the moment; the Project focuses on trying to re-plant trees on degradedsites.

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Indigenous people Youth


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Diagnostic Tools UsedManagement plans, National Environment Strategy, and Tuvalu National Biodiversity Strategy Action Plan.

The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) AddressedEnhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations.Support local communities initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people while effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need AddressedReduction of coastal erosion and sand stabilisation through tree planting and acquiring necessary equipment and funding support the augmentation of the management of conservation areas.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areas

Proper demarcation of conservation areas and deployment of beacons and buoys will ensure that the public will be aware of the site and we will be able to ensure that illegal hunting of species is controlled and also for better protection and long term management of conservation areas.

Purchasing of tools use for monitoring of salinity and temperature is also important as we will be able to have available data and information which will be used for policy making.

Re-planting of degraded trees especially on the coastal areas will also assist in ensuring that we tackle climate change impacts (coastal erosion)

The project ‘Strengthening and PromotingConservation in Local Conservation Areas inTuvalu‘ is financed by the European Unionand the Organisation of African, Caribbeanand Pacific States through the Biodiversityand Protected Areas Management(BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Department of Environment, Tuvalu and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Mapping and Monitoring the Torricelli Mountain Range Conservation Area (TMRCA)


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Monitoring/Patrol equipment

Duration16.12.2020 – 13.12.2021

WDPA IDn/a

Type of grant & budgetShort Term Grant | EUR 99,711

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/pg

LocationPapua New Guinea, Pacific

Protected & Conserved AreasThe TMRCA is currently not a legally protected area but a proposed PA

Key Conservation LandscapeAdd text here

Project LeadTenkile Conservation Alliance

Description of the project:The Tenkile Conservation Alliance (TCA) has 16 Project Officers, 16 Research Officers and 100 Rangers on staff. This grant will enable all of those staffwith the necessary equipment and training they need to map the Torricelli Mountain Range Conservation Area (TMRCA) using Global Information System(GIS) technology.

Technical equipment such as phones and computers will be purchased. The engagement of all landowners to identify the special management areas (no-go zones) and areas for sustainable land use will lead to the inclusion of women, an increase of local leadership and improve community awareness ofthe benefits of the TMRCA.

Three TCA staff will participate in GIS mapping training with the University of Papua New Guinea to lead in the production of printed maps for villagesand Government Agencies to use in the management of forests.

TCA Staff will also participate in training to use various phone applications such as Lukim Gather, SMART and Cybertracker to enhance the level ofengagement, monitoring effectiveness and increased knowledge of biological assets and indigenous knowledge of the TMRCA. All of these activities willhelp TCA increase capacity in using technology and enable TCA to deliver tangible results in terms of mapping the TMRCA.

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Diagnostic Tools UsedThe TMRCA uses the METT as its diagnostic tool.


Enforce the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation in Protected Areas.

Priority Need AddressedPriority for action identified is the Protected Area has inadequate materials based on the METT analysis. The report recommended the following on page 153:1. Clarify Boundaries and communicate them to all parties.2. Provide large-scale printed maps to landowners and governments3. Build capacity for field management – maintenance of equipment and basic research

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasWe expect that this grant will help the Tenkile Conservation Alliance (TCA) to achieve its capacity building goals which is to improve local staff capabilities in using technology – smart phones, computers, GPS and GIS mapping. These skills will improve the land use plans we have already created with more detailed maps produced. These maps and relevant local knowledge included in those maps and land use plans will directly inform local level, Provincial and National Governments of land boundaries and assets within the Torricelli Mountain Range Conservation Area (TMRCA). This will improve Forest Governance and protection from exploitation and illegal activity.

The project ‘Mapping and Monitoring theTorricelli Mountain Range ConservationArea (TMRCA)’ is financed by the EuropeanUnion and the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States through theBiodiversity and Protected AreasManagement (BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Tenkile Conservation Alliance and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Palau Protected Areas Network: Community Engagement and Media Training Workshop for PAN Site Management


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

National PA Agency

Capacity-building Awareness/education

Duration08.02.2021 – 07.02.2021

WDPA ID555645482, 555645476, 555645489, 555645470, 555645464, 555645490, 555645471, 555645465, 555645478, 555645466, 555645479, 555645492, 555645473, 555645467, 555645480, 555645461, 555645499, 555645474, 555583351, 555583342, 555584966, 555583317, 900813, 555583344, 555585897, 555583325, 555585976, 555583335, 555583346, 555583156, 555583347, 555583370, 555583310, 555586416, 220010, 18256, 4247, 220009, 220005

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant | EUR 71,425

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/country/pw

LocationPalau, Pacific Region

Protected & Conserved AreasPalau Protected Areas Network

Project LeadMinistry of Natural Resources, Environment, and Tourism, Republic of Palau; Protected Areas Network, Republic of Palau

Description of the project1. Media Production Training Workshop for site managers, conservation officers, communication officers and key staff from PAN sites, PAN Office,

PAN Fund and key partners. This training will be conducted by the Palau Conservation Society, the oldest and largest conservation NGO in Palauand the Micronesia region.

2. Community Engagement Training Workshop for site managers, conservation officers, communication officers and key staff from PAN sites, PANOffice, PAN Fund and key partners. The training will be conducted by Ann Singeo of Ebiil Society who has a Masters in communications specializedin RARE campaign method.

3. The purchase of a 4WD vehicle to allow for ongoing support to all 10 states on the main island of Babeldaob with 30 PAN sites. The vehicle willmainly be operated by the Communications Officer who will oversee all outreach activities including training, mentorship and relevant activitiesunder this project.

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Marine Managed Areas Key Landscape for Conservation

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Diagnostic Tools UsedPAME


Priority Need AddressedTraining.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasThe PAN Office, on behalf of the network, aims to achieve the following outcomes:• PAN will improve communications and outreach skills particularly in community engagement.• PAN sites will have draft education and outreach plan to be finalized and integrated into site management plans.• The purchase of the vehicle will enable more regular and effective outreach activities across 30 PAN sites. This vehicle will initially support

the above trainings, but will also allow for ongoing PAN Office support to site managers and communities.

The project ‘Palau Protected AreasNetwork: Community Engagement andMedia Training Workshop for PAN SiteManagement’ is financed by the EuropeanUnion and the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States through theBiodiversity and Protected AreasManagement (BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of the Ministry of Natural Resources, Environment, and Tourism, Republic of Palau and the Protected Areas Network, Republic of Palau and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Selected Projects

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Enhancing the role of local communities in the protection of Rugezi Marsh and its iconic Grey Crowned Cranes


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Enforcement Threatened Species Ecosystem/habitat restoration

Duration27.08.2020 – 26.06.2023

WDPA ID109095

Type of grant & project budgetMedium Grant| 332,037.64€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/pa/109095

LocationRwanda, Eastern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasRugezi-Burera-Ruhondo Ramsar Site, Wetland of International Importance

Project LeadRwanda Wildlife Conservation Association (RWCA)

Description of the projectThis project will implement a range of activities to address conservation problems, while engaging and involving community membersin the management and protection of the Marsh. RWCA will recruit and train additional Community Rangers at Rugezi Marsh to carryout patrols, report illegal activities, educate community members and monitor populations of Grey Crowned Cranes and breedingactivities. Community campaigns and other educational events will be organised to raise awareness among community membersabout key conservation messages. The team of Marsh Rangers also increase awareness by educating community members during theirpatrols. The project will involve community members in conservation actions including the restoration of two islands within the Marshplanting 6,000 indigenous trees. There will be opportunities for paid work for community members to plant the trees. RWCA believesin the idea of ‘growing trees’ rather than just ‘planting trees’ so communities will also be involved in follow-up activities. Additionalactivities will work to strengthen law enforcement through workshops with local leaders, joint patrol exercises with stakeholders,organising meetings of the Inter-Agency Committee for Illegal Wildlife Trafficking and a workshop for police and other agenciesintroducing the new wildlife law in Rwanda.

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Women


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Diagnostic Tools Used

R-METT (Ramsar Site Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool)

The BIOPAMA Action Component Objectives Addressed

• Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site infrastructure/equipment for patrolling, poaching control, developing capacity of staff).

• Enforce the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation.• Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected

areas management.

Priority Need Addressed

The project will address the following priority needs: • to enhance the role of local communities in the protection of Rugezi Marsh and its iconic Grey Crowned Cranes, with the ultimate goal

of building their sense of ownership so that they can play a greater role in managing the marsh, ensuring its sustainable use, and protecting biodiversity and

• to improve the protection of Rugezi Marsh and law enforcement so that illegal activities are reduced, and the Grey Crowned Crane population is able to recover.


Rugezi Marsh is a Ramsar protected site of international importance and this project will bring about a number of key changes to improve its management and protection. Engaging and involving communities in the management of the Marsh will increase its protection in a sustainable way. As RWCA strengthens its team of Community Marsh Rangers, this will reduce the number of illegal activities that take place around the Marsh. Education is key to engaging communities and changing attitudes towards conservation issues. As the project raises awareness, communities will show increased knowledge of conservation issues which will increase their collaboration and involvement in the management of the Marsh. Additionally, increased protection will come from the strengthening of law enforcement efforts which will also reduce the risk of illegal trade of Grey Crowned Cranes. Information gathered about Rugezi Marsh will be shared with international stakeholders and databases which will help to improve and develop management plans. Overall, as a result of the holistic approach that targets the problem from many angles, the result will be an increase in biodiversity and an increase in the population of Grey Crowned Cranes at Rugezi Marsh which will be a good indicator of the health of the ecosystem.

The project Enhancing the role of localcommunities in the protection of RugeziMarsh and its iconic Grey Crowned Cranesis financed by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Rwanda Wildlife Conservation Association and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Benefiting livelihoods by improving biodiversity and management effectiveness of Uganda’s only wild rhino sanctuary


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Privately protected area

Livelihoods

Local Communities

Livelihoods/Alternative economic activities

Ecosystem/habitat restoration Invasive alien species

Duration01.09.2020 – 31.08.2021

WDPA IDNot reported

Type of grant & project budgetRapid Response Grant| 99,500€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/ug

LocationUganda, Eastern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasZiwa wildlife sanctuary

Project LeadRhino Fund Uganda

Description of the project:Activities include reinstatement of a Biodiversity Management Program (BMP) that was suspended due to Covid19, to improve the habitat for white rhinos by bush clearing and invasive species management allowing supressed grasses to flourish. The success of the program to date shows that it will enable other wildlife and bird species to utilise the improved habitat thereby increasing biodiversity.

The Biodiversity Improvement Program will employ and equip local manual labour, trained Rhino Fund Uganda rangers and a Uganda graduate Biodiversity Officer, all who, in turn, will add to the economic prospects of the local community due to their improved purchasing power.

A Revolving Goat Scheme (RGS) will bring new, income earning opportunities to women in the local community, who will have the opportunity to raise goats for food or sale. In either case, this will help alleviate malnutrition and enhance the community economy.

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Women National Government

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The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) AddressedSupport to maintain community livelihoods and/or enhanced resilience of local communities to major shocks caused by COVID pandemic, whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management

Priority Need AddressedCovid-19 has hit Rhino Fund Uganda (RFU) hard, resulting in income loss of 93% overnight, representingurgent and serious threats to ranger and community livelihoods, which are exacerbated by other socio-economic impacts. Should RFU fail, there is no other NGO, or other organisation, in Uganda with the relevantexpertise or manpower to take on the sanctuary.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasThis project will improve community livelihoods via employment and micro-enterprise, bicycle and goatdonations, firewood and cattle-grazing access, and combatting malnutrition, excessive charcoal productionand over-grazing in community lands. It will improve biodiversity and habitat within the Sanctuary, optimizingthe carrying capacity for white rhinos, enabling calving rates to be maintained. It will ensure social dynamicsthat reduces inter-species fighting and thereby injury or death of the endangered rhinos. Managementeffectiveness in anti-poaching and tourism will be maximised.

The project Benefiting livelihoods byimproving biodiversity and managementeffectiveness of Uganda’s only wild rhinosanctuary is financed by the EuropeanUnion and the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States through theBiodiversity and Protected AreasManagement (BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Rhino Fund Uganda and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Digitised data collection and improved visitor facilities for enhancing management effectiveness


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Privately Protected Area


Private Sector

Eco-tourismProtected Area Management

EffectivenessMonitoring/Patrol Equipment

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.10.2021

WDPA ID555555499

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant | 99,957.00€


LocationKenya, Eastern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasOl Pejeta Community Conservancy

Project LeadOl Pejeta Conservancy

Description of the projectOl Pejeta’s three field-based teams conduct regular wildlife monitoring, anti-poaching and fencing patrols. Current methods of collecting and reporting data are manual and paper-based which often amounts to errors and delays of up to a week from initial observation. Faster transfer of accurate data from the source will significantly enhance the management of Ol Pejeta and our ability to respond to wildlife threats and incidents affecting neighbouring communities. Ol Pejeta will address this problem by shifting to a digital data collection system, supported by building staff capacity to competently implement it.

Visitor management is an important tool for Ol Pejeta to offer a quality recreational and educational experience to its visitors, respect social carrying capacity, and conduct security checks. Since 2017, visitor numbers have increased year on year to almost 109,000 in 2019. The current set-up at the main gate is inadequate and does not allow staff to adequately engage with visitors, capture visitor information, adjust to busy traffic flows, or perform a security function. As such, it is relatively easy for people to enter the conservancy without paying and a possible gap for poachers to take advantage of. This problem will be addressed by constructing a purpose-built visitor management facility that enables faster and smooth entry and exit for visitors, provides dedicated space for visitor information, and empowers staff to conduct security checks.

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National or local PA agency National Government

Conservancy Key landscape for conservation

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Diagnostic tools used

The IUCN Green List. (https://iucngreenlist.org/sites/ol-pejeta-conservancy/)

The BIOPAMA Action Component objective addressed

Enhance the Management and Governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations

Priority need addressed

❑ The first priority action will address problems caused by manual data collection by shifting to a digital data collection system, supported by building staff capacity to competently implement it.

❑ The second priority action will address visitor management and security by constructing a purpose-built visitor management facility that enables faster and smooth entry and exit for visitors to Ol Pejeta, provides dedicated space for visitor information, and empowers staff to conduct suitable visitor identification checks and ticket inspections.


The project will: ❑ Strengthen on-site data collection and analysis to improve management effectiveness.❑ Strengthen on-site infrastructure to improve visitor management and security.

By digitising data collection:❑ Our rangers across 3 areas will have the required digital equipment and skills to collect and report data ❑ The time for getting information from the field to the central office will be reduced from 7 days to one day.❑ Accurate data will enable faster and data-driven decision-making.❑ Digital data from different patrols can be analysed to produce analytical tools like geo-visualisations or distribution maps, benefiting Ol Pejeta

and potentially other members of the conservation community.

Since eco-tourism is a main source of revenue for Ol Pejeta, we want visitors to receive the best service and tourism experience. By strengthening visitor management, we expect to achieve:❑ A better all-round experience for visitors who will be welcomed and have the opportunity to access information and ask questions.❑ An easier and smoother process for visitors to enter and exit the conservancy.❑ Suitable space and opportunity for our staff to perform needed ticketing, ticket inspections and identification checks comfortably and

efficiently.❑ Improved data capture of visitors and hence improved relationships with visitors enabling us to keep in touch in the future if they indicate this

as a preference.❑ Enhanced security from reduced unauthorised access to the Conservancy.

The project Digitised data collection andimproved visitor facilities for enhancingmanagement effectiveness is financed bythe European Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Ol Pejeta Conservancy and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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CARIBBEANREGION

Improved management models at four of Belize’s highest priority protected areas


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Marine Protected Area and Conserved Area

Local Communities

Livelihoods/Alternative Economic Activities Enforcement Protected Area Management

Effectiveness (PAME)

Duration 01.07.2020 – 30.06.2023

WDPA ID 10579, 301918, 2213, 301906

Type of grant & total budget Medium Grant | 604,741.65€

BIOPAMA RRIS Link https://rris.biopama.org/country/bz

Location Belize, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved Areas Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, Victoria Peak Natural Monument, Half Moon Caye Natural Monument and the Blue Hole Natural Monument

Project Lead Belize Audubon Society (BAS) Description of the project The project will build BAS’ capacity to effectively and use the four high priority protected areas as landscape and seascape models ‘Centres of Excellence’ for other protected areas in Belize, with a focus on promoting improved long term biodiversity conservation, protection, provision of ecosystem services, and socio-economic benefits across the Belize National Protected Areas System (NPAS). The system consists of important marine reserves and terrestrial protected areas that secure our nature, our culture and our life. The project has five objectives with activities carried out to attain the latter, highlights include: 1.  Improving enforcement and surveillance—development of framework/plan, training, equipment, on the ground implementation via patrols.

2.  Improve sustainable tourism product—marketing, visitor surveys, equipment, and ensuring public resource use plan implementation.

3.  Build research and monitoring program—develop in house database and disseminate information local and internationally.

4.  Build capacity for adaptive management.

5.  Improve livelihoods of communities with income diversification initiatives; improve community communication through development of

communication strategy.

Farmers/Fishermen


Terrestrial Protected Area and Conserved Area

Women

Governance

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Marine Managed Areas

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Diagnostic Tools Used Belize National Protected Areas System and Management Effectiveness Evaluation Tool (revised, 2019)

The BIOPAMA AC Objectives Addressed ü  Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site

infrastructure/equipment for patrolling, poaching control, developing capacity of staff);

ü  Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need Addressed Enhance the management effectiveness in the Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary, Victoria Peak Natural Monument, Half Moon Caye Natural Monument and the Blue Hole Natural Monument.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areas At the end of the project, two management zones: Cockscomb Basin Wildlife Sanctuary/Victoria Peak Natural Monument (CBWS/VP) and Half Moon Caye Natural Monument/Blue Hole Natural Monument (HMC/BH) will be prepared for IUCN Green List of Protected and Conserved Areas, a first for Belize. BAS will have improved its capacity to effectively manage and use four high priority protected areas (CBWS/VP & HMC/BH) as landscape and seascape models ‘Centres of Excellence’ for other protected areas in Belize and the region. These areas will have systems in place for improved long-term biodiversity conservation, protection and provision of ecosystem services, and socioeconomic benefits across Belize’s National Protected Areas System. •  Four protected areas will have strategic landscape and seascape enforcement models developed and implemented.

•  Four protected areas will have in place a sustainable Tourism plan and marketing to ensure high visitor safety and satisfaction and has

the infrastructure, equipment, public use plans, policies contributing towards financial sustainability.

•  BAS will have a management information system in place to support data collection and analysis that informs adaptive management of CBWS/VP and HMC/BH and provides accessible information to support conservation and communication strategies.

•  BAS will increase its score for management effectiveness with improved governance and institutional frameworks.

•  Pressure on the natural resources of both CBWS/VP and HMC/BH will be reduced through improved community and stakeholder communication, engagement and socio-economic benefit.

The project Improved management models at four of Belize’s highest Priority protected areas is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the Biodiversity and Protected A reas Management (B IOPAMA) Programme. BIOPAMA assists the African, Caribbean and Pacific countries to address their priorities for improved management and governance of biodiversity and natural resources. BIOPAMA provides a variety of tools, services and funding to conservation actors in the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries. The BIOPAMA grant-making facility is managed by IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) and supports projects on the ground to strengthen the management and governance of protected and conserved areas, with a total budget of 21 million Euros.

This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Belize Audubon Society and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS. Photo credits: Belize Audubon Society (BAS)

Improving the knowledge, monitoring and protection of Mesoamerican reef's fish, spawning aggregations and replenishment zones


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Management Plan Legal Framework/Regulation Co-management

Duration01.07.2020 – 30.06.2023

WDPA ID342407, 220100, 220039

Type of grant & budgetMedium Grant | 761,753€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/pa/220100https://rris.biopama.org/pa/342407https://rris.biopama.org/pa/220039

LocationBelize, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved Areas1-mile San Antonio Rd. Toledo, Belize C.A.

Project LeadToledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE)

Project Partners Belize Southern Environmental Association and Healthy Reefs for Healthy PeopleDescription of the project :

This project will address the following objectives based on the protected areas associated with the project:

1. To obtain legal recognition and management of Cayman Crown in Belize, a recently discovered fish spawning aggregation site by 2022.

2. To promote participatory monitoring and protection of 3 sentinel spawning aggregation sites in Belize as an integral part of the Mesoamerican Reef spawning aggregation network.

3. To gain support for project activities through communication and income diversification programs.

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Indigenous people Farmers/Fishermen

Livelihoods Governance

Key Biodiversity Area Transboundary Areas

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Diagnostic Tools UsedBelize Management Effectiveness Evaluation (2009), Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (2011) and Belize National Protected Areas Systems Plan

The BIOPAMA Action Component Objectives Addressed✓ Enhance the management and governance of priority areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site infrastructure/

equipment for patrolling, poaching control, developing capacity of staff);

✓ Strengthen the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation;

✓ Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need AddressedImproved management effectiveness and governance indices at the end of action by 2023.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasThe implementation of this project will bring significant positive change for the protected areas (Gladden Spit Silk Cayes Marine Reserve, Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve including the Cayman Crown Site and the Port Honduras Marine Reserve) associated with the project. Foremost, by providing information on spawning aggregation sites and engaging local actors for their protection: Policies will be put in place, in countries where this is necessary, for the full protection of spawning aggregation sites or temporary protection during spawning seasons; the law will be applied during spawning periods in spawning sites, not only in already protected areas but also in new areas proposed at Cayman Crown; local fishermen will adhere to no-fishing guidelines according to the rules set out in the spawning aggregation sites; and the number of fish documented in these areas during the spawning period will be stable or increase for all species.

The project Improving the knowledge, m o n i t o r i n g a n d p r o t e c t i o n o f Mesoamerican reef's fish, spawning aggregations and replenishment zones is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pac i f i c S ta tes th rough the Biodiversity and Protected Areas Management (BIOPAMA) Programme.

BIOPAMA assists the African, Caribbean and Pacific countries to address their priorities for improved management and governance of biodiversity and natural resources. BIOPAMA provides a variety of tools, services and funding to conservation actors in the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries. The BIOPAMA grant-making facility is managed by IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) and supports projects on the ground to strengthen the management and governance of protected and conserved areas, with a total budget of 21 million Euros.

This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of the Toledo Institute for Development and Environment (TIDE) and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Improving management effectiveness – Blue & John Crow Mountains National Park and World Heritage Site


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities

Ecosystem/habitat restoration Capacity-building Monitoring/Patrol equipment

Duration03.08.2020 – 02.08.2023

WDPA ID28856; 555555555



LocationJamaica, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved AreasBlue & John Crow Mountains National Park and World Heritage

Project LeadJamaica Conservation and Development Trust

Description of the projectThe activities of this project are divided by three main areas of work:1. Boundary Marking (at key areas): Install firebreak, small signs, paint on trees, ribbon of trees (where there are no trees) and forestrestoration in deforested areas immediately behind the boundary. This work will be focused on the most encroached boundary (onthe southern slopes of the Blue Mountains). The same small signs and paint on trees will be placed along other boundaries that areeasily accessible. GPS tracking will be used to ensure the park staff install the signs/symbols at the correct locations. This activity willbe implemented by the Park Manager and Ranger Corps.

2. Enhanced Enforcement & Compliance Programme: improve/expand Ranger Stations; Procure & use: vehicles, equipment & gear including camera traps and drones and other technology; Conduct Ranger training. These activities will enhance the ability of National Park Rangers to promote compliance and deter against illegal activities in and around the National Park.

3. Raised community awareness, knowledge and Improved sustainable livelihood practices: Involve community members and volunteers in work of the National Park; Community Outreach activities e.g. fairs, public education; Sustainable Livelihoods andNational Park management training. In addition, there will be a strategic effort to improve communications and facilitation of sustainable livelihoods based on lessons learned, studies conducted over the last three years and best practices.

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Youth-Farmers/Fishermen National or local PA agency


Key Landscape for Conservation


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METT Scorecard 2015/16 and National Park Management Plan 2017/18 – 2026/27

The BIOPAMA Action Component Objective Addressed

✓ Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site infrastructure/equipment for patrolling, poaching control, developing capacity of staff);

✓ Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.


Decrease encroachment through boundary marking, improved enforcement & compliance programme, enhanced community awareness and sustainable livelihoods opportunities and forest restoration.


The vehicles, equipment and gear will significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of management of the National Park and protection of its core Preservation Zone, which is a World Heritage Site. In particular, it will ensure greater presence of the National Park Rangers and improved observation of any breaches of the protected area or other environmental legislation. Along with the more organised training of the National Park Rangers and the improved Ranger Station conditions, this will improve the morale within the National Park Ranger Corps. The boundary marking, particularly along the most encroached boundary, will result in the improved visibility of the boundary, making it easier to defend and for local farmers to obey, therefore reducing encroachment. There will also be activities aimed at addressing land tenure in the area, with other additional funding. Reduced encroachment and consequently reduced damage to the forest within the boundary as well as restoration of forest on degraded land inside the National Park boundary will improve the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystem services in the area. The community outreach and facilitation of sustainable livelihoods is aimed at changing behaviour as we have found from recent studies that community members are quite aware of best environmental practices however they require more of an on-going, mentoring approach in addition to incentives and enforcement action.

The project Improving ManagementEffectiveness – Blue & John CrowMountains National Park and WorldHeritage Site is financed by the EuropeanUnion and the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States through theBiodiversity and Protected AreasManagement (BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Jamaica Conservation and Development Trust and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Action to promote climate resilience through improved management and sustainable livelihoods in the Enriquillo Lake National Park and surrounding communities


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Conservancy

Governance

Local Communities

Management Plan Livelihoods/ Alternative Economic Activities

Ecosystem/Habitat Restoration

Duration 14.10.2020 – 13.10.2023

WDPA ID 900786

Type of grant & budget Medium Grant | 447,870.03€

BIOPAMA RRIS Link https://rris.biopama.org/pa/900786

Location Dominican Republic, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved Areas Ramsar Site, Wetland of International Importance, KBA

Project Lead National Fund for the Environment and Natural Resources Project Partners Sur Futuro Foundation and Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources Description of the project During the period of execution of the project, activities will be carried out to increase the efficiency of the management, through trainings of the protected areas, construction and maintenance of the infrastructure of protection and surveillance, planning and surveillance, training to personnel and delivery of protection and surveillance equipment. Additionally, for the development of the municipalities, a Committee of participation will be established for the surveillance of the management plan and a Fund of Conservation and Ecodevelopment will be designed and installed for the financial sustainability of the protected area. It is expected to incorporate good agricultural practices in the environment of the Protected Area. Finally, it is expected to make a participatory diagnosis of the vulnerability to the risk of flooding of the residents and to support the sustainable productive activities.

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Women Farmers/Fishermen


Key Landscape for Conservation Key Biodiversity Area

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Diagnostic Tools Used Management Efficiency Tools

The BIOPAMA Action Component Objectives Addressed ✓  Improved biodiversity conservation, sustainable management of natural resources, ecosystem services and resilient livelihoods

of local people in Enriquillo Lake National Park and its surroundings;

✓  Strengthened the management of the protected area and sustainable livelihoods of the surrounding communities, increasing resilience and adaptation to climate change, improved sustainability of community livelihoods.

Priority Need Addressed The project seeks to address the improvement of management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing constraints and, on the other hand, to support local community initiatives aimed at improving the livelihoods of local people, while contributing effectively to the management of protected areas. The main results expected during the implementation of the project are to strengthen the system of protection and surveillance of protected areas, improved governance of natural resources in the environment of the protected area and improved sustainability of community livelihoods.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areas The project will provide a better understanding of the dynamics of vulnerable ecosystems and initiate ecological restoration actions, allowing the dynamics and populations of crocodiles and iguanas to be better-known, protected and suitable breeding sites to be provided. The project will also train personnel for protection and surveillance, visitor services and supervision of the species. The protected area will have the necessary equipment for its adequate management. On the other hand, the information for the access, knowledge and orientation of the visitors and the community will be improved allowing that the limits of the zone are visible on the land mainly in the zones of greater human presence or of agricultural activities. On the other hand, through training and awareness workshops the population will gain knowledge about climate change, the protected area and alternative livelihoods and will seek to improve solid waste management at the municipal level, reducing its carryover into water bodies and the community.

The project Action to promote climate r e s i l i e n c e t h r o u g h i m p r o v e d management and sustainable livelihoods in the Enriquillo Lake National Park and surrounding communities is financed by t h e E u r o p e a n U n i o n a n d t h e Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the Biodiversity and Protected Areas Management (BIOPAMA) Programme. BIOPAMA assists the African, Caribbean and Pacific countries to address their priorities for improved management and governance of biodiversity and natural resources. BIOPAMA provides a variety of tools, services and funding to conservation actors in the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries. The BIOPAMA grant-making facility is managed by IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) and supports projects on the ground to strengthen the management and governance of protected and conserved areas, with a total budget of 21 million Euros.

This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of National Fund for the Environment and Natural Resources and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS. Photo credits: Karen Hedeman, Sur Futuro Foundation

Action to promote climate resilience through improved management and sustainable livelihoods in the Enriquillo Lake National Park and surrounding communities


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Conservancy

Governance

Local Communities

Management Plan Livelihoods/ Alternative Economic Activities

Ecosystem/Habitat Restoration

Duration14.10.2020 – 13.10.2023

WDPA ID900786

Type of grant & budgetMedium Grant | 447,870.03€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/pa/900786

LocationDominican Republic, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved AreasRamsar Site, Wetland of International Importance, KBA

Project LeadNational Fund for the Environment and Natural Resources

Project Partners Sur Futuro Foundation and Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources

Description of the project During the period of execution of the project, activities will be carried out to increase the efficiency of the management, through trainings of the protected areas, construction and maintenance of the infrastructure of protection and surveillance, planning and surveillance, training to personnel and delivery of protection and surveillance equipment.

Additionally, for the development of the municipalities, a Committee of participation will be established for the surveillance of the management plan and a Fund of Conservation and Ecodevelopment will be designed and installed for the financial sustainability of the protected area. It is expected to incorporate good agricultural practices in the environment of the Protected Area. Finally, it is expected to make a participatory diagnosis of the vulnerability to the risk of flooding of the residents and to support the sustainable productive activities.

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Key Landscape for Conservation Key Biodiversity Area

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Diagnostic Tools UsedManagement Efficiency Tools

The BIOPAMA Action Component Objectives Addressed✓ Improved biodiversity conservation, sustainable management of natural resources, ecosystem services and resilient livelihoods

of local people in Enriquillo Lake National Park and its surroundings;

✓ Strengthened the management of the protected area and sustainable livelihoods of the surrounding communities, increasing resilience and adaptation to climate change, improved sustainability of community livelihoods.

Priority Need AddressedThe project seeks to address the improvement of management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing constraints and, on the other hand, to support local community initiatives aimed at improving the livelihoods of local people, while contributing effectively to the management of protected areas. The main results expected during the implementation of the project are to strengthen the system of protection and surveillance of protected areas, improved governance of natural resources in the environment of the protected area and improved sustainability of community livelihoods.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasThe project will provide a better understanding of the dynamics of vulnerable ecosystems and initiate ecological restoration actions, allowing the dynamics and populations of crocodiles and iguanas to be better-known, protected and suitable breeding sites to be provided. The project will also train personnel for protection and surveillance, visitor services and supervision of the species. The protected area will have the necessary equipment for its adequate management. On the other hand, the information for the access, knowledge and orientation of the visitors and the community will be improved allowing that the limits of the zone are visible on the land mainly in the zones of greater human presence or of agricultural activities. On the other hand, through training and awareness workshops the population will gain knowledge about climate change, the protected area and alternative livelihoods and will seek to improve solid waste management at the municipal level, reducing its carryover into water bodies and the community.

The project Action to promote climate r e s i l i e n c e t h r o u g h i m p r o v e d management and sustainable livelihoods in the Enriquillo Lake National Park and surrounding communities is financed by t h e E u r o p e a n U n i o n a n d t h e Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the Biodiversity and Protected Areas Management (BIOPAMA) Programme.

BIOPAMA assists the African, Caribbean and Pacific countries to address their priorities for improved management and governance of biodiversity and natural resources. BIOPAMA provides a variety of tools, services and funding to conservation actors in the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries. The BIOPAMA grant-making facility is managed by IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature) and supports projects on the ground to strengthen the management and governance of protected and conserved areas, with a total budget of 21 million Euros.

This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of National Fund for the Environment and Natural Resources and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

Photo credits: Karen Hedeman, Sur Futuro Foundation

Improving tourism and visitor management at Lucayan National Park


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Enforcement Sustainable FinancingProtected Area Management

Effectiveness (PAME)

Duration15.09.2020 – 14.04.2021

WDPA ID11841

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant | 48,960.79 €

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://caribbean-rris.biopama.org/pa/11841

LocationThe Bahamas, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved AreasLucayan National Park

Project LeadBahamas National Trust (BNT)

Description of the project

The following activities are associated with the project:

1. Construct a small wooden structured gift shop/ visitor center powered by solar energy directly on the foundation of a former pavilion structure. The building will encompass a total size of 25ft x 25ft inclusive of a wrap-around veranda. The building will be strategically located in close proximity to the parking area, cave trail entrance and restrooms to allow for quick and easy access by visitors. The design of the building is based on similar gift shop buildings found at various parks, historical and recreational areas around The Bahamas. An open floor plan will be utilized and the building will be designed for practicality.

2. Acquisition of a vehicle (truck) to support the transport of building materials, supplies for park maintenance, and support park surveillance and enforcement. This will be be a 4x4 truck capable of transporting heavy and sometimes long loads and be able to handle rough terrain and driving on sand.

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Private Sector Subnational Government

Livelihoods

Key Biodiversity Area Marine Protected and Conserved Area

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Diagnostic Tools UsedThe Bahamas Protected Area Network Management Effectiveness Assessment, 2014, Bahamas Management Effectiveness 2009 reportand the BNT 2018-2022 Strategic Plan.

The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) Addressedü Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations.

Priority Need AddressedLucayan National Park (LNP) experienced severe damage from Hurricane Dorian in 2019, mainly from extensive coastal erosion restricting access to Gold Rock Beach, resulting in the Park’s closure in September 2019. The park’s closure was a detriment to the tourism industry on Grand Bahama as LNP is a high touristic attraction with Gold Rock Beach receiving the #1 best beach award for the island in 2018. LNP has reopened in January 2020, however with the loss of the visitor pavilion, a small visitor center is essential to park operations, visitor management, and increasing revenue to expand park infrastructure. Staff and visitor facilities are an important issue for between half and two-thirds of protected areas, and this issue is particularly important in areas where tourism is a threat, as is Lucayan National Park. This project seeks to enhance the management and governance of priority areas by addressing existing limitations through strengthening on-site infrastructure and equipment for managing visitation and improving park operations.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasThe construction of a new visitor facility would provide improved management for park visitation and overall park operations; increase park revenue through merchandise sales; and improve the visitor experience by having a dedicated space where guests can learn about the Park’s importance prior to exploring the features of Lucayan National Park. The construction of this building will allow for the sales of BNT souvenirs and light food items. The construction of this building will also create possible job opportunities and livelihoods for East Grand Bahama residents to either be hired or contracted to manage the gift shop.

The acquisition of a truck for Lucayan National Park would improve park operations considering the remote distance of the park from the city center, not only for transporting materials and supplies, but also to improve surveillance and enforcement patrols for the management of the expanded park boundaries.

The project Improving tourism and visitormanagement at Lucayan National Park isfinanced by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Bahamas National Trust and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

Photo credits: Elijah Sands, Bahamas National Trust

Bridging the COVID-19 funding gap to maintain the Portland Bight Protected Area


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Enforcement Capacity Building Participation

Duration15.02.2021 – 14.02.2022

WDPA ID220101; 902859

Type of grant & budgetRapid Response Grant | 49,995.75 €

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/pa/220101https://rris.biopama.org/pa/902859

LocationJamaica, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved AreasPortland Bight Protected Area

Project LeadThe Caribbean Coastal Area Management Foundation

Description of the projectThe project will address directly the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Portland Bight Protected Area (PBPA). The grant supports thefollowing activities:

Continued enforcement through monitoring and patrol of the fish sanctuaries to reduce the level of poaching through training of CaribbeanCoastal Area Management Foundation (C-CAM) staff, partners and community members (e.g., Fisheries law and SMART technology) andcovering the costs of equipment, salaries and fuel. The funds will be utilized to reduce the potential negative impact of COVID-19 on C-CAM‘soperations and upgrade the field station office with sanitization spaces, signage and support staff training.

Updating C-CAM’s strategic and financial plans will include planning for future potential shocks to move the organization towards sustainability.C-CAM will also be installing appropriate signage throughout the PBPA to continue the public awareness activities which are key to providinginformation about no-take areas or where endangered species (e.g., crocodiles) inhabit. The funds will also be used to undertake the audit tomaintain C-CAM’s financial transparency and assist in its ability to continue to attract financial support.

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Key Biodiversity Area Terrestrial Protected Area



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The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) Addressedü Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations.

ü Enforce the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation in protected areas.

ü Support the local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need Addresseda. To bridge shortfalls in salaries, operating costs and maintenance budgets to facilitate continued patrol and monitoring activities as

well as vehicular and building maintenance.b. To make the Caribbean Coastal Area Management Foundation and its main office, field station and Portland Bight Discovery Centre

COVID-19 compliant, purchase supplies, provide training in compliance for staff and community guides and provision of communications equipment. Funds will support the health of staff, and allow for the limited reopening of facilities, generating revenue for The Caribbean Coastal Area Management Foundation and community members (mostly vulnerable women).

c. To support the adaptation and continuation of the community monitoring programme.d. To develop strategies for adapting to the new realities through updating Caribbean Coastal Area Management Foundation’s strategic

plan (including financial planning);e. To complete financial audits for 2020 to maintain transparency.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasThe project will help to maintain enforcement and monitoring operations in the PBPA at usual levels despite COVID-19 and budget cuts. This will be achieved through the provision of training and equipment, including mobile phones and two-way radios, equipment maintenance, and the installation of signage which will improve the team’s capacity for protected area management. The involvement of community monitors, volunteer game wardens and partner agency representatives in the training aims to improve the overall management of the protected area while ensuring stakeholder buy in and collaborative monitoring with community members seeks to ensure project sustainability. Making C-CAM’s offices COVID-19 adapted which will ensure safe space for staff and visitors which facilitate continued working operations.

The strategic and funding plans will be updated to include COVID-19 implications which will improve sustainability planning to look at long term support for protected areas management. The financial audit report for 2020 will allow C-CAM to maintain transparency in managing the Portland Bight Protected Area to include reporting to stakeholders and donors.

The project Bridging the COVID-19 fundinggap to maintain the Portland BightProtected Area (PBPA) is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of the Caribbean Coastal Area Management Foundation and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Strengthening of coastal zone management initiatives for the Three Bays Marine Managed Area, Haiti


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Enforcement Livelihoods/ Alternative Economic Activities

Monitoring/Patrol Equipment

Duration19.09.2020 – 19.09.2021

WDPA ID555643716


BIOPAMA RRIS Link https://rris.biopama.org/pa/555643716

LocationHaiti, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved AreasThree Bays Marine Protected Area, Haiti

Project LeadFondation pour la Protection de la Biodiversité Marine (FoProBiM)

Description of the projectIn order to complete project objectives members of the Agence Nationale des Aires Protégées (ANAP), FoProBiM, and local university students will betrained in environmental sciences, coastal and marine resources and basic biology, non-lethal (un-armed) environmental law enforcement engagement,laws relating to coastal and marine resources and marine protected areas, and how to operate various types of equipment (boats, motors, snorkelling,and communications equipment).

FoProBiM will provide training to 20 local stakeholders in apiculture as an alternative livelihood and provide them with 100 hives and apicultural equipment in order to begin honey production.

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Youth /Women Farmers/Fishermen


Key Biodiversity Area Transboundary Areas

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Diagnostic Tools UsedManagement Effectiveness Tracking Tool

The BIOPAMA AC Objectives Addressedü Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations in human capacity through training

as well as equipment need;

ü Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areasmanagement.

Priority Need AddressedHaiti’s marine protected areas are relatively new, with all having been declared after 2013. With either no, or at best, extremely limited resourcesavailable, this project will address a critical need to increase capacity (human and equipment) to monitor and manage resources within the MPA aswell as address the need to provide environmentally friendly and sustainable alternative income generating opportunities for local stakeholders inorder to enhance local management of the marine protected area.

The change the project implementation will bring for the protected areasWithout this project the opportunity to provide a presence throughout the marine protected areas through the training of human resources withinANAP, the Gad Ekolojik, FoProBiM, local universities, and the local communities to begin to ensure proper and sustainable monitoring,surveillance, educational and enforcement activities would remain severely limited, if not non-existent. All of these groups will be provided a totalof 10 days of training: 2 days each of environmental; non-lethal (un-armed) environmental law enforcement engagement and laws; how to operatevarious types of equipment; “water” classes (snorkelling, swimming, etc.), and; field work including wildlife ID, boat patrols, hiking, etc.). Tosupport the development of presence throughout the MPA the acquisition of equipment to strengthen both ANAP’s and FoProBiM’s capacities toundertake surveillance, monitoring, research, and enforcement activities by increasing their mobility is a crucial component of this project.Without this presence, and the increase in surveillance it affords, the continued illegal and unsustainable exploitation of resources would continue.The second component of this project is the continued development and strengthening of environmentally friendly and sustainable non-extractiveincome generating apiculture with 2 local communities and 2 associations to provide livelihood generation in order to reduce unsustainableresource extraction while protecting biodiversity.

The project Strengthening of coastal zonemanagement initiatives for the 3BaysMarine Managed Area is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Fondation pour la Protection de la Biodiversité Marine and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Boosting EcoTourism Belize to support sustainable conservation in the Maya Golden Landscape of southern Belize


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Livelihoods

Local Communities

Livelihoods/ Alternative Economic Activities Eco-tourism Capacity Building

Duration01.10.2020 – 31.07.2021

WDPA ID301941


BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/pa/301941

LocationBelize, Caribbean

Protected & Conserved AreasGolden Stream Corridor Preserve

Key Conservation LandscapeGolden Stream Corridor Preserve (GSCP), within the Maya Golden Landscape (MGL)

Project LeadYa'axché Conservation Trust

Description of the project Ya’axché Conservation Trust’s social business initiative, EcoTourism Belize (ETB) facilitates sustainable ecotourism to local and international audiences, of which the proceeds are directly reinvested into conservation and community development across southern Belize. This project focuses primarily on boosting natural and cultural ecotourism offerings within Golden Stream Corridor Preserve (GSCP), Ya'axché’s private protected area, and the surrounding buffer communities.

Through this project, a new restroom facility will be constructed and the current bunkhouse providing visitor accommodations on the grounds of GSCP’sranger station will be updated and improved through new paint, ceiling fans, bed linens and furnishings, as well as through the addition of a screenedveranda. To increase the diversity of available lodging and appeal to a wider audience, two tents will be purchased to provide camping opportunitieswithin GSCP. The visitor grounds will be further improved through the installation of directional signs indicating visitor facilities. Ecotourism offeringswhich allow visitors to experience GSCP and the intact ecosystems protected by the Preserve will be enhanced through the purchase of kayaks, canoepaddles and binoculars, and GSCP’s self-guided nature trails will be demarcated with new signs for ease of visitor use. To provide convenienttransportation from guest accommodations to tour sites, a tour van will be purchased.

In addition to the GSCP-based ecotourism activities offered, ETB partners with local indigenous women’s groups so that they can share their cuisine,crafts, music and Maya culture with interested visitors. Therefore, this project provides capacity building for these women through workshops focused onhospitality and customer service.

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Indigenous people Women

Privately Protected Area Key Landscape for Conservation

Governance Management Effectiveness

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Diagnostic Tools UsedGolden Stream Corridor Preserve Management Plan 2020-2025, Golden Stream Corridor Preserve Management Plan Annexes 2020-2025, GoldenStream Corridor Preserve Evaluation Workbook and Ya'axché Land Title for Golden Stream Corridor Preserve.

The BIOPAMA AC Objectives Addressedü Enhance the management of governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site

infrastructure/equipment for patrol, poaching control, developing capacity of staff;

ü Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need AddressedImproved protected area management through the bolstering of EcoTourism Belize's (ETB) sustainability and impact through investment in equipment and infrastructure.

Shared local indigenous culture and supported Golden Stream Corridor Preserve (GSCP) buffer communities through innovative ecotourism initiatives.


The livelihoods of many buffer communities are highly dependent and rely on the land, water and biological diversity found locally. Ecosystem services provided through Ya’axché’s ability to safeguard Golden Stream Corridor Preserve (GSCP) include clean water and air, game species, flood control, pollination and non-timber forest products. Through investment in capacity building, infrastructure and equipment, EcoTourism Belize (ETB) will develop consistent and environmentally responsible tourism programs, empowering local indigenous women and communities and leading effective biodiversity conservation of Golden Stream Corridor Preserve (GSCP) and the larger Maya Golden Landscape (MGL). This will allow ETB to emerge post-Covid-19 in a strong position, for the first time, to generate consistent income for Ya’axché’s conservation and development initiatives across southern Belize’s protected areas.

Through infrastructure investment within GSCP, two zones (Zone 1 for General Use; Zone 2 for Education and Recreation) demarcated in the PCA’s management plan will have improved infrastructure and sustainable access for visitors, allowing ETB to reach a larger population of visitors and elevating the visitor experience. Furthermore, through ownership of equipment, ETB’s ecotours within GSCP will no longer hinder patrolling or field research, allowing for more effective protected area management.

The project Boosting EcoTourism Belize tosupport sustainable conservation in theMaya Golden Landscape of southern Belizeis financed by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility ofYa'axché Conservation Trust and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Selected Projects

CENTRALAFRICANREGION

Projet de développement de l’écotourisme communautaire dans les monuments de l’Est du Burundi (Chutes de Karera et Failles de Nyakazu)

Type d’aire protégée

Objectif primaire

Groupes cibles

Activité principale

Aire terrestre protégée

Gouvernance

Communautés locales

Ecotourisme

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.10.2021

WDPA ID9168; 9167

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant | 98,828.10€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/bi

LocationBurundi, Afrique Centrale

Protected & Conserved AreasChutes de Karera Nature Monument; Failles de Nyakazu Nature Monument

Organisation principaleAssociation Protection des Ressources Naturelles pour le Bien-Etre de la Population au Burundi (APRN/BEPB)

Organisations partenairesASBL : Conservation et Communauté de Changement (3 C)

Description des activités du projet:▪ Construire deux guérites d’accueil ;▪ Poser des barrières à l’entrée des chutes et des failles ;▪ Poser des gardes fous sur les sentiers touristiques ;▪ Installer les panneaux d’interprétation et de publicité ;▪ Former les femmes restauratrices à l’art culinaire ; ▪ Former les jeunes à l’artisanat ; ▪ Former les éco-guides touristiques et les connecter aux tours opérateurs ; ▪ Mettre en place un cadre multi-acteurs de concertation permanent pour la prise de bonnes décisions de gestion.

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Jeunes Femmes

Efficacité de la gestion Moyens d’existence

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Outil diagnostic utilisé

Integrated Management Effectiveness Tool (IMET)

Objectifs du FA BIOPAMA réalisés

❑ Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance de zones prioritaires, en luttant contre les difficultés existantes (renforcement de l’infrastructure/équipement sur site pour les patrouilles, lutte contre le braconnage, développement des capacités du personnel) ;

❑ Soutenir les initiatives des communautés locales destinées à renforcer les moyens de subsistance des populations locales, tout en contribuant efficacement à la gestion des aires protégées et conservées.

Besoin prioritaire répondu

❑ Mise en place des infrastructures de base pour améliorer l’accueil des visiteurs ;❑ Impliquer les communautés locales dans les activités écotouristiques tout en améliorant leurs moyens d’existence.

Changement que l’exécution du projet apporter à l’aire(s) protégée(s)

Le projet va améliorer la qualité des infrastructures d’accueil des visiteurs. Il va améliorer également la qualité d’accueil et de guidage des visiteurs à travers la formation des guides touristiques communautaires. Le projet impliquera les communautés locales dans la gestion des activités écotouristiques. Les femmes formées à l’art culinaire contribueront nettement à l’amélioration de l’image des chutes et de failles par la qualité de leur service à proposer des mets variés et bien préparés aux visiteurs. C’est une grande innovation car ce service n’a jamais été rendu sur les deux sites. De même, le projet renforcera les capacités des jeunes à pouvoir valoriser la tradition du terroir en proposant aux visiteurs des objets d’arts fabriqués sur place. Toutes ces initiatives en faveur des communautés locales leur permettront de profiter directement des retombées financières générées par l’affluence des visiteurs.

The project Projet de développement del’écotourisme communautaire dans lesmonuments de l’Est du Burundi (Chutes deKarera et Failles de Nyakazu) is financed bythe European Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Association Protection des Ressources Naturelles pour le Bien-Etre de la Population au Burundi (APRN/BEPB) and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Improving the Protection & Management of Lésio-Louna Reserve through increased monitoring against illegal activities combined with development of existing eco-tourism product.


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Eco-tourismSurvey/Data knowledge

managementMonitoring/Patrol equipment

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.10.2021

WDPA ID99862

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant| 94,488.26€


LocationRepublic of Congo, CentralAfrica

Protected & Conserved AreasLésio-Louna Reserve

Project LeadThe Aspinall Foundation

Description of the project:The operational capacity of field staff and eco-guards will be strengthened by:• The purchase of a car that will support a significant increase in the coverage of reserve by motorized patrols to an average 2000 ha / month. • The purchase of 10 additional camera traps to be deployed in selected areas of the reserve.• The purchase of 3 smartphones, and 3 GPS devices to be used on patrols• The purchase of 2 laptops, and an A3 printer to be used for data analysis and reports as well as 3 external hard drives for backup and data storage.• Training for 12 field staff in the use of the SMART system.• Training for 15 eco-guards and field staff in the use of the equipment and also data collection using the SMART system.• Additional training for 15 eco-guards and field staff in bio-monitoring, including the use of camera traps.

The improvement in the performance and services of the ecotourism infrastructure will be achieved by:• The purchase and installation of all the equipment required to renovate the solar energy system at the Iboubikro eco-tourism site. • The purchase of an outboard motor to improve access to the eco-tourism site via the Lefini river.

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Livelihoods

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RAPPAM evaluation; Parcs and reserves of Congo; Protected area management effectiveness evaluation

The BIOPAMA AC Objective(s) Addressed

• Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations• Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected

areas management.


The project addresses two priority needs for the Lésio-Louna Reserve• To protect the gorillas and the ecosystem of the reserve by strengthening the operational capacity of field staff and eco-guards in their

duties against poaching and illegal actions. • To promote and develop eco-tourism by improving the performance and services of the ecotourism infrastructure.


The ability to conduct motorized patrols will enable eco-guards to regularly undertake missions covering a wider area of the reserve, and thedevelopment of field staff to using the SMART system will enable the project results to be verified and analysed on a larger scale whilstmaintaining a high level of detail and accuracy. The capacity for data collection is also increased with the camera traps. These changes willsignificantly impact on the level of protection for the reserve and will result in an increase in the number of arrests and interruptions of illegalactivities. The enhanced data collection will also increase knowledge of the range of species within the protected area.

The improvements to the eco-tourism infrastructure will enhance the visitor experience. The installation of the new solar energy system willreduce noise and pollution by an estimated 83% compared to the existing system and, together with the improved access via the Lefini river,it should lead to an increase in visitor numbers. There are 23 villages surrounding the Lésio-Louna Reserve, with over 17,000 residents, whocould ultimately benefit as tourism revenue is used to support local communities and contribute to financing the protected area.

The project (Improving the Protection &Management of Lésio-Louna Reservethrough increased monitoring against illegalactivities combined with development ofexisting eco-tourism product) is financed bythe European Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of The Aspinall Foundation and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

Photo credits: Matthieu Bonnet; Laingoniaina Rakotonirina

Selected Projects

SOUTHERNAFRICANREGION

Enhancing biodiversity, livelihoods and climate change resilience through improved management of protected wetlands in Madagascar


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities


Ecosystem/habitat restoration Protected Area Management Effectiveness

Duration01.08.2020 – 31.07.2023

WDPA ID555624846

Type of grant & project budgetMedium Grant | 432,885 €


LocationMadagascar, Southern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasLac Sofia, Ramsar Site, Wetland of International Importance

Project LeadWildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT)

Project PartnersDurell Wildlife Conservation Trust (DWCT), Asity Madagascar (AM), Organisation de soutien pour le development rural a Madagascar(OSDRM)

Description of the projectThe project aims at enhancing biodiversity, livelihoods and climate change resilience through improved management of protected wetlands in Madagascar. More specifically, the first objective is to strengthen the capacity of community associations to implement an agreed community-based management plan at the Lake Sofia Ramsar Site and surrounding catchment, tackling the highest ranking threats of over-harvesting of natural resources, habitat clearing through over-burning, and water extraction and pollution from unsustainable agriculture. The second objective is to build capacity within Ramsar Site managers and the National Ramsar Committee (CONARAMS), providing a baseline of conservation management effectiveness through diagnostic tools (notably Ramsar Management Effectiveness Tracking Tools/R-METTs) which informs a consolidated CONARAMS action plan and training and support for Ramsar Site Managers to plan for long-term climate resilient management. action.biopama.org

National Government Subnational Government


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Quantified management and governance assessment tools; Strategic documents at the protected and conserved area, national and regional levels; Studies validated by PA(s) management authorities.



• Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.


Madagascar is a global conservation priority due to its high level of species endemism and the magnitude of threats to its biodiversity. Extreme poverty, exacerbated by rapid population growth and climate change, are accelerating environmental degradation. Since 1960, over 60% of Madagascar’s wetlands are estimated to have been lost. Those remaining are subject to an array of pervasive threats including sedimentation, pollution and over-harvesting. The Lake Sofia catchment in north-western Madagascar is home to a wealth of threatened biodiversity and supports the livelihoods of some 10,000 local people, who rely heavily on the natural resources and ecosystem services provided by the lake. Unsustainable farming practices, burning of land for cattle grazing, and the over-harvesting of natural resources have severely degraded the lake. These challenges are compounded by the site’s vulnerability to extreme weather events, which are predicted to increase in number and severity over the coming years. The responsibility for the management of the lake has been transferred to local communities, with nine community structures in place across the catchment, all working together under a Watershed Management Group. These new structures are laying the foundations for a sustainable community-led management system for the Lake Sofia catchment, but they require further support to enable them to operate independently in the future. Lake Sofia is one of twenty Ramsar Sites in Madagascar. Few have Ramsar Site Management Plans and conservation managers have little support to generate information on the condition of, and threats to, their sites. An effective, standardised approach for assessing the management effectiveness of protected wetlands is required in order to generate a baseline for the national comparison of sites and help monitor conservation progress and changes to threats. A National Ramsar Committee (CONARAMS) does exist in Madagascar but has no funding nor a plan of action, so it has been effectively dormant for several years. This has resulted in missed opportunities to influence decisions around planning and regulatory frameworks around wetland systems. A strong and well organised committee is essential for ensuring vitally important wetland systems are represented in the future.


The project will improve biodiversity habitat and provide more secure and resilient ecosystem services for 10,000 local people living in the Lake Sofia catchment, by strengthening the capacity of community associations to develop and implement a comprehensive community-based management plan at site. The work at Lake Sofia will act as a showcase for improved management of wetland systems in Madagascar. The project will also empower a well organised National Ramsar Committee to promote sustainable use of wetland systems whilst supporting a better informed network of wetland managers to enhance the long-term resilient management and governance of Ramsar Sites across the country.

The project (Enhancing biodiversity,livelihoods and climate change resiliencethrough improved management ofprotected wetlands in Madagascar) isfinanced by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Mobilising local fisher-folk to control an upsurge in wood exploitation in Pointe à LarréeSpecial Reserve, Madagascar


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local communities

Enforcement Participation Livelihoods/ Alternative economic activities

Duration01/04/2021 – 31/03/2022

WDPA ID555697898

Type of grant & budgetRapid Response Grant | €46,958.00

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttps://rris.biopama.org/country/mg

LocationMadagascar, Analanjirofo

Protected & Conserved AreasPointe à Larrée Special Reserve

Project LeadMissouri Botanical Garden

Project PartnersMampita, Missouri Botanical Garden

Description of the project:Previously Missouri Botanical Garden has enjoyed a trusting relationship with the fishing communities adjacent to the Pointe à Larrée Special Reserve- an area of rare littoral forest on Madagascar’s East Coast. However, markets for the sale of fresh fish have been impacted travel restrictions, introducedin an attempt to control the pandemic, leading the fisher folk to seek wood from the forest to dry their fish and timber to sell to supplement theirincome. To reduce this pressure on the forest, this project will to engage the fisher-folk in a mutually beneficial relationship in which the fishing familieswill obtain improved livelihoods while conserving the protected area. This will be done by creating a competent interface of fisher-folk with which wecan work to reduce the collection of wood from the protected area without negatively impacting their already precarious livelihoods. This outcome willbe achieved by: a) providing conservation-orientated, alternative sources of income from fishing; b) supporting the use of solar fish driers and moreefficient wood driers consuming fuel derived from invasive alien plants; and c) supporting improved surveillance of the forest through paid daily patrolsof the forest by fisher-folk trained as rangers.

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Livelihoods


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Rapid Response activities support to maintain community livelihoods and enhanced resilience of local communities to major shocks caused by COVID-19 pandemic, whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.

Priority Need AddressedTo reduce poverty-driven exploitation of wood from within the forest of the Pointe à Larrée Special Reserve.


The overall objective of this project is that the livelihoods of local fisher-folk living adjacent to the Pointe à Larrée Special Reserve are maintained whilst they contribute to the effective conservation of the protected area. This objective will be achieved through three major changes: 1) the creation of a functional association of a local fisher-folk association; 2) much improved surveillance of protected area through intervention of local people; and 3) improved subsistence for local fisher folk based on employment in conservation related-activities and support to dry fish using wood of alien invasive trees and shrubs.

The project ‘Mobilising local fisher-folk tocontrol an upsurge in wood exploitation inPointe à Larrée Special Reserve,Madagascar’ is financed by the EuropeanUnion and the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States through theBiodiversity and Protected AreasManagement (BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Mampita and Missouri Botanical Garden and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Supporting management effectiveness and improve socio-economic resilience in the Cousin Island Special Reserve, Republic of Seychelles


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus

Privately protected area


Local Communities

EnforcementLivelihoods/ Alternative

economic activitiesEco-tourism

Duration01.01.2021 – 30.06.2021

WDPA ID555643555

Type of grant & budgetRapid Response Grant| 49,972.91€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/sc

LocationSeychelles, Southern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasCousin Island Special Reserve

Project LeadNature Seychelles

Description of the projectThe project aims to assist rectifying the shortfall in financing due to the collapse of the tourism industry in the Seychelles as a result of COVID-19. It willdo this primarily by funding the salaries of 8 Wardens, 1 Island Coordinator and 1 Science Officer to ensure that they can remain stationed on the islandand continue to carry out a variety of conservation activities including monitoring, marine & terrestrial patrols, census activities as well as eco-tourismactivities such as guided tours of the reserve. As the conditions improve, the project also aims to see the re-establishment of the Conservation BootCamp, a course managed by Nature Seychelles on Cousin Island which gives participants experience with in-the-field conservation activities. The CousinIsland Special Reserve contributes to many livelihoods of the locals based on the nearby Praslin Island in two ways – firstly by increasing the number oftourist visitors to Praslin, and secondly by allowing local tour operators to ferry visitors to Cousin Island, a service that they charge for.

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Youth Private Sector

Livelihoods

Conservancy Key Biodiversity Area

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Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations.


Additional financing facing the pressures of the COVID-19 pandemic.


The project is key in providing relief and give Cousin Island Special Reserve precious time to explore alternative financing models to diversify its resilience, such as a proposal with Huawei via IUCN to enable it to establish virtual tourism solutions. Without the project, the pressures of the pandemic would be much greater - realistically leading to either a reduction of staff on the island or a closure. Either of the two would lead to a reduction in management effectiveness of the privately managed reserve, and open it up to poaching such as that which has been seen on nearby islands - primarily seabirds and hawksbill turtles, both of which nest on Cousin Island. In the past there have also been instances of fishing within the protected marine area surrounding Cousin Island, of both fish and sea cucumbers which are prized for their commercial value in the export market.

The project Supporting managementeffectiveness and improve socio-economicresilience in the Cousin Island SpecialReserve, Republic of Seychelles is financedby the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Nature Seychelles and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Enhancing biodiversity, livelihoods and climate change resilience through improved management of protected wetlands in Madagascar


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities


Ecosystem/habitat restoration Protected Area Management Effectiveness

Duration01.08.2020 – 31.07.2023

WDPA ID555624846

Type of grant & project budgetMedium Grant | 432,885 €



Protected & Conserved AreasLac Sofia, Ramsar Site, Wetland of International Importance

Project LeadWildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT)

Project PartnersDurrell Wildlife Conservation Trust (DWCT), Asity Madagascar (AM), Organisation de soutien pour le development rural a Madagascar(OSDRM)

Description of the projectThe project aims at enhancing biodiversity, livelihoods and climate change resilience through improved management of protected wetlands in Madagascar. More specifically, the first objective is to strengthen the capacity of community associations to implement an agreed community-based management plan at the Lake Sofia Ramsar Site and surrounding catchment, tackling the highest ranking threats of over-harvesting of natural resources, habitat clearing through over-burning, and water extraction and pollution from unsustainable agriculture. The second objective is to build capacity within Ramsar Site managers and the National Ramsar Committee (CONARAMS), providing a baseline of conservation management effectiveness through diagnostic tools (notably Ramsar Management Effectiveness Tracking Tools/R-METTs) which informs a consolidated CONARAMS action plan and training and support for Ramsar Site Managers to plan for long-term climate resilient management. action.biopama.org

National Government Subnational Government


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Quantified management and governance assessment tools; Strategic documents at the protected and conserved area, national and regional levels; Studies validated by PA(s) management authorities.



• Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.


Madagascar is a global conservation priority due to its high level of species endemism and the magnitude of threats to its biodiversity. Extreme poverty, exacerbated by rapid population growth and climate change, are accelerating environmental degradation. Since 1960, over 60% of Madagascar’s wetlands are estimated to have been lost. Those remaining are subject to an array of pervasive threats including sedimentation, pollution and over-harvesting. The Lake Sofia catchment in north-western Madagascar is home to a wealth of threatened biodiversity and supports the livelihoods of some 10,000 local people, who rely heavily on the natural resources and ecosystem services provided by the lake. Unsustainable farming practices, burning of land for cattle grazing, and the over-harvesting of natural resources have severely degraded the lake. These challenges are compounded by the site’s vulnerability to extreme weather events, which are predicted to increase in number and severity over the coming years. The responsibility for the management of the lake has been transferred to local communities, with nine community structures in place across the catchment, all working together under a Watershed Management Group. These new structures are laying the foundations for a sustainable community-led management system for the Lake Sofia catchment, but they require further support to enable them to operate independently in the future. Lake Sofia is one of twenty Ramsar Sites in Madagascar. Few have Ramsar Site Management Plans and conservation managers have little support to generate information on the condition of, and threats to, their sites. An effective, standardised approach for assessing the management effectiveness of protected wetlands is required in order to generate a baseline for the national comparison of sites and help monitor conservation progress and changes to threats. A National Ramsar Committee (CONARAMS) does exist in Madagascar but has no funding nor a plan of action, so it has been effectively dormant for several years. This has resulted in missed opportunities to influence decisions around planning and regulatory frameworks around wetland systems. A strong and well organised committee is essential for ensuring vitally important wetland systems are represented in the future.


The project will improve biodiversity habitat and provide more secure and resilient ecosystem services for 10,000 local people living in the Lake Sofia catchment, by strengthening the capacity of community associations to develop and implement a comprehensive community-based management plan at site. The work at Lake Sofia will act as a showcase for improved management of wetland systems in Madagascar. The project will also empower a well organised National Ramsar Committee to promote sustainable use of wetland systems whilst supporting a better informed network of wetland managers to enhance the long-term resilient management and governance of Ramsar Sites across the country.

The project (Enhancing biodiversity,livelihoods and climate change resiliencethrough improved management ofprotected wetlands in Madagascar) isfinanced by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Enhancing governance of Community-based natural resource management (CBNRM) for better conservation and social outcomes in Zambia (EGC)


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities

Protected Area Governance Effectiveness (PAGE)

Capacity building Co-management

Duration01.11.2020 – 30.04.2023

WDPA ID4094, 4093, 555626090, 62095, 303859, 4095.

Type of grant & budgetMedium Grant| 399,674.55€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/zm

LocationZambia, Southern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasMumbwa GMA, Namwala GMA, MafuntaGMA, Chiawa GMA, Rufunsa GMA, LuanoGMA

Project LeadInternational Institute for Environment and Development

Project PartnersZambia Community-Based Natural Resource Management Forum

Description of the project❑ Stakeholders of six game management areas (GMAs) in Zambia will plan and effectively implement priority actions to strengthen governance. This

will include activities such as stakeholder action planning workshops, communication of assessment results and action plans, implementation of specific priority actions, peer-to-peer exchanges with other GMAs, regular monitoring of progress, and governance capacity building for community-based natural resource management (CBNRM) based on needs assessments.

❑ Stakeholders of four game management areas (GMAs) in Zambia will complete governance assessments for deeper analysis of governance challenges and identifying site-specific actions.

❑ Learning on strengthening community-based natural resource management (CBNRM) governance will be shared within Zambia and more widely across Africa, with substantial capacity building in governance assessment. Activities towards this will include establishing and facilitating a CBNRM governance strengthening learning group, the publication of a report on governance assessment for CBNRM, a policy briefing on why governance should be at the heart of conservation, a guidebook for strengthening CBNRM governance, and presentations of project learnings on improving governance in CBNRM at relevant national, regional and global events.

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Private Sector National or local PA agency


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Quantified management and governance assessment tools such as Integrated Management Effectiveness Tool (IMET), Protected Areas Management Effectiveness (PAME), Enhancing our Heritage (EoH), and other equivalent tools; or, in instances where no such assessment was available, studies validated by PA(s) management authorities.


❑ Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site infrastructure/equipment for patrolling, poaching control, developing capacity of staff).

❑ Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas management.


Game management areas (GMAs) are protected areas in communally owned lands that make up more than 70% of the total protected area in Zambia. Overall governance of GMAs has been in decline, reflected in an increased rate of habitat loss, land disputes and declining wildlife populations. This has serious consequences for conservation in Zambia. The project will address tackle key governance challenges at GMAs including issues related to benefit sharing, accountability, rights recognition, participation in decision-making, gender equality, transparency and information sharing, and law enforcement.


The project will improve governance of the six target protected areas and is designed to have a wider impact on governance of protected areas within Zambia as well as across the eastern and southern Africa region that are using a CBNRM approach. Improved governance will lead to more effective and equitable management of the protected area and associated benefit flows to local communities which in turn will enhance local livelihoods and well-being and improve the health of the ecosystem and its wildlife populations. In some respects, the project may deliver more for well-being than typical alternative livelihood interventions since governance interventions contribute to non-material aspects of human well-being, e.g., dignity, voice, security, social capital, and generally cost less than alternative livelihood interventions.

The project Enhancing governance ofCommunity-based natural resourcemanagement (CBNRM) for betterconservation and social outcomes in Zambia(EGC) is financed by the European Unionand the Organisation of African, Caribbeanand Pacific States through the Biodiversityand Protected Areas Management(BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of International Institute for Environment and Development and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Protecting the world’s last free ranging Black Rhino


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Management Plan Threatened Species Capacity building

Duration01.09.2020 – 01.09.2022

WDPA ID555542988; 555542989; 555542921; 555542924; 555542943; 555542957; 555542951; 555542941; 555542916; 555542922

Type of grant & project budgetMedium Grant| 200,000€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/na

LocationNamibia, Southern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasEtendeka Concession, Palmwag Concession, UibasenTwyfelfontein Communal Conservancy, Huab Communal Conservancy, Sesfontein Communal Conservancy, Sorris SorrisCommunal Conservancy, Torra Communal Conservancy, AnabebCommunal Conservancy, Doro Nawas Communal Conservancy, Khoadi-Hoas Communal Conservancy

Project LeadSave the Rhino Trust (SRT) Namibia

Description of the projectThrough the support of the BIOPAMA project, SRT will purchase SMART capable devices and train staff and rhino rangers to use them during field patrols. The devices are a key component to ensuring accurate rhino monitoring data which is captured in the longest running black rhino database around the globe. The project will further focus on training for SRT trackers and rhino rangers in advanced rhino monitoring and securing the scene of crime if they come across a deceased rhino to ensure forensic evidence is secured for the investigation team. Funds will also be utilized to purchase a much needed radio communication system and complete work on field camps used by the monitoring teams to safely overnight in the field during their 21 day patrol cycles. The project will help develop a conservancy rhino conservation recognition scheme which promotes national and international recognition for conservancies directly contributing to the rhino ranger programme. A similar recognition scheme will be introduced for private sector tourism operators who are conducting rhino tracking. Through BIOPAMA’s support, SRT Namibia will continue hosting conservancy workshops on the rhino ranger programme to actively promote ways to improve the sustainability of the program. Other activities include assistance in drafting of a rhino tourism policy, and a rhino ranger programme strategic plan, focused on financial sustainability. action.biopama.org

Youth

Livelihoods

Conservancy

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SMART patrol report


The project will enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations through strengthening on-site infrastructure/equipment for patrolling, controlling poaching, developing capacity of staff. Furthermore, the project will support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people while effectively contributing to protected areas management.


SRT has long recognized the importance of conservation as a rural and sustainable development tool. To this end SRT has included support to communal conservancies as a core pillar in the strategic plan, in line with the national CBNRM policy. Rhino tourism earned around US$250,000 for communal conservancies in 2017. Over the years we have developed a rhino trekking viewing protocol which is grounded on conservation principles of low disturbance and guest interaction with locally employed rhino trackers. SRT has helped to facilitate three contracts between communal conservancies and private sector partners and has worked to support these relationships to ensure that maximum income reaches conservancies. This income provides a sustainable income based on conservation principles and has helped to diversify the livelihoods of a large number of community members who are directly and indirectly engaged in conservation and tourism. At a local and more practical level, support from this project will ensure that rhino tourism and the rhino ranger program remain sustainable. The rhino ranger programme has been noted as one of the most innovative community based rhino conservation initiatives in Africa (link). SRT believes that the approach of incentivising local participation in conservation has contributed significantly to the reduction of poaching in the landscape. In terms of climate change adaptation, we believe that income from rhino monitoring has provided a sustainable form of alternative livelihood income for the approximatively 50 community based rhino rangers currently working in the region. These rangers form part of the beneficiaries of the project.


The implementation of the project will strengthen the monitoring efforts of black rhino in ten targeted protected areas which covers approximately 20, 000 square kilometres. Eight protected areas which consists of communal conservancies will become less reliant on donor funding for monitoring of black rhino and become more self-sustainable. Through policy development, the project will mitigate potential negative environmental and social impacts.

The project Protecting the world’s last freeranging Black Rhino is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Save the Rhino Trust Namibia and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

Photo credits: Andrew Beck, SRT

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Developing a management plan for Mondrain Reserve (Mauritius) and improving accessibility for greater protected area management, effectiveness and visibility


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Management effectiveness

Local Communities

Management Plan

Duration01.12.2020 – 30.11.2021

WDPA IDNot Reported


BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/mu

LocationMauritius, Southern Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasMondrain Reserve

Project LeadMauritian Wildlife Foundation

Description of the projectThere are two main activities for this project:

1. The development of a management plan, which will provide a clear vision for the future of the reserve and a how to prioritise activities, in a time-bound and costed manner. The plan will be developed through a stakeholder site visit to the Mondrain reserve to establish the broad management objectives, an updated METT analysis (which will feed into the development of the management plan) and two stakeholder workshops to further gather views of field staff, horticulturists, managers, from MWF and its partners in government, private sector, academia etc. Views will be collated and draft circulated for discussion and finalisation during the workshops, in a stepwise process.

2. The purchase of a dedicated 4x4 vehicle, will improve access to the reserve and improve the management of the reserve for managers, scientists, community members and other stakeholders, help in conducting small group visits by students and tourists (which may be expanded in the future), improve monitoring and evaluation, increase research and provide transportation for labourers working in the reserve.

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Private sector National or local PA agency

Privately protected area Key biodiversity area

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Venkatasamy S (2009). PA Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool – “METT” for the project Expanding coverage and strengthening management effectiveness of the protected area network on the island of Mauritius. Government of Mauritius/UNDP.


Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations.

Priority Needs Addressed

• Development of a management plan for the conservation of a key area of Mauritian biodiversity;• Updating the METT Analysis;• Easing access to the reserve for conservation work, research, education and eco-tourism.


The development of management plan will increase the effectiveness of the management of the reserve as we are using an inclusive and participatory approach (with inputs from academia, local communities, local experts and other organization working on reserve management/plant conservation, government department working on biodiversity conservation etc.) By having ideas and contributions from different stakeholders, it brings together new insights, new findings and new information and it allows us to develop a plan that is based on sound science, good practices but is also pragmatic and easier to implement. This will ultimately benefit the reserve and help safeguard the unique habitat and threatened species found there. The management plan will be the blue print that will help prioritize actions and guide future work in the reserve. The vehicle is an important asset that will allow us, over the years to come, to continue implement actions towards the protection of the reserve by providing access to the reserve to key staff, students, researchers and visitors.

The project Developing a management planfor Mondrain Reserve (Mauritius) andimproving accessibility for greater PAmanagement, effectiveness and visibility isfinanced by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Mauritian Wildlife Foundation and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

Photo credits: Issabelle Desire, MWF

Mangabe Reserve: a home for people and biodiversity, benefiting each other


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities

Management Plan Sustainable development Capacity building

Duration01.12.2020 – 30.11.2021

WDPA ID555697885




Protected & Conserved AreasMangabe-Ranomena-SahasarotraNational Park

Project LeadMadagasikara Voakajy

Description of the projectUpdating the management planTo write up and validate the management plan, Madagasikara Voakajy will organize three workshops. The first one will involve MV and MEDD team members and will focus on writing up the management plan based on the existing data and the new template provided by the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development of Madagascar. The second workshop will present and validate the management plan at the regional level. The third workshop will present and validate the management plan at the national level. The final version of the management plan will be shared with all stakeholders in the relevant format and language.

Improving the infrastructure, equipment and facilitiesMadagasikara Voakajy will acquire two new motorbikes during the first quarter of the project. This will allow the team to intervene more rapidly in the field. The grantee will build and equip an information centre in three villages: Andranomandry, Avolo and Mangabe, and run monthly awareness campaigns at these centres. It is expected that community members attend the campaigns and visit the centre regularly. Tent shelters will be established in Mangabe to welcome tourists.

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Youth Women

Management effectiveness Livelihoods

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IMET, Integrated Management Effectiveness Tool


This project addresses two the BIOPAMA Action Component objectives:❑ Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations, and❑ Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to

protected areas management.


This project will address two priority needs of the protected area: ❑ Updating the management plan, and❑ Improving the infrastructure, equipment and facilities.


As a direct result of this project, Madagasikara Voakajy expects to:❑ Have an agreement with all stakeholders on the priorities for the next five years documented in the protected area’s management plan,❑ Be able to reduce the transport costs to the sites and respond more promptly to community requests,❑ Allow community members to always access information and get updates on a regular basis from the information centres,❑ Plan for more regular tourism activities in Mangabe Protected Area.On the long term, this project will contribute to reducing deforestation in Mangabe Protected Area, increasing community members’knowledge and skills to manage the protected area, and improve their livelihoods through efficient agricultural techniques.

The project Mangabe Reserve: a home forpeople and biodiversity, benefiting eachother is financed by the European Unionand the Organisation of African, Caribbeanand Pacific States through the Biodiversityand Protected Areas Management(BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Madagasikara Voakajy and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Soutien au renforcement des capacités de la brigade de surveillance de la réserve de biosphère transfrontière du Mono

Type d’aire prioritaire

Objectif primaire

Groupes cibles



Gouvernance


Efficacité de la gestion des aires protégées

Renforcement des capacitésSuivi/équipement des

patrouilles

Duration15.11.2020 – 14.07.2021

WDPA ID95398, 2341


BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/tg

LocationTogo, Afrique de l’Ouest

Protected & Conserved AreasTogodo-Nord, Togodo-Sud

Organisation principaleDirection des ressources forestières; ministère de l'environnement, du développement durable et de la protection de la nature

Description du projetAction1 : Equipement des brigades de la surveillance du complexe de Togodo en matériels de locomotion et de GPS.▪ Activité1.1 : Acquisition d’un (01) véhicule Toyota L/C79L/CPU 79 4X4 D/C 4164 CC DSL-HZJ79L-DKMRS70 pour le renforcement de la surveillance du

complexe Togodo ;▪ Activité 1.2 : Acquisition de six (06) GPS Garmin 64S.Action 2 : Formation des gestionnaires et autres parties prenantes intervenant dans la gestion des aires protégées.▪ Activité 2.1 : Organisation d’un atelier de formation des gestionnaires et autres parties prenantes sur les outils d’évaluation de l’efficacité de gestion

des aires protégées.

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Secteur privé Agence nationale ou régionaledes aires protégées

Efficacité de la gestion

Zone clé pour la biodiversité Zone transfrontalière

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Outil de diagnostic utilisé

▪ UICN/PACO (2008). Evaluation de l'efficacité de la gestion des aires protégées: aires protégées du Togo, ▪ Plan simple d’aménagement et de gestion du complexe d’aires protégées de Togodo,▪ Stratégie de financement durable des aires protégées,▪ Stratégie nationale de gestion des aires protégées,▪ Plan national de développement (PND, 2018-2022)


Le projet répond au besoin prioritaire de manque matériels et de capacité des agents. Ainsi, la mise en œuvre du projet permettra le renforcement de la surveillance à travers les équipements en matériel de locomotion et de monitoring et la formation des gestionnaires en outils d’évaluation de l’efficacité de gestion des aires protégées (METT, IMET).


L’acquisition du véhicule et de GPS va énormément faciliter renforcer à la surveillance, les activités écotouristiques, la recherche, les travaux d’inventaires et de suivi de la biodiversité. Avec ce matériel, les agents de la brigade de surveillance seront plus incités à couvrir une grande partie de la réserve. La formation des parties prenantes et des conservateurs en outils d’évaluation de l’efficacité de gestion des aires protégées, notamment l’IMET, permettra à la direction des ressources forestières et les gestionnaires des aires protégées de disposer des données actualisées sur la gestion des aires protégées en vue d’aider les décideurs à la prise de décisions et de partager des information avec l’observatoire régional pour la biodiversité et la gestion des aires protégées et le RIS .

The project Soutien au renforcement descapacités de la brigade de surveillance de laréserve de biosphère transfrontière duMono is financed by the European Unionand the Organisation of African, Caribbeanand Pacific States through the Biodiversityand Protected Areas Management(BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Direction des ressources forestières; ministère de l'environnement, du développement durable et de la protection de la nature and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance des aires protégées prioritaires en répondant aux limitations existantes

Amélioration des infrastructures d’accueil du Parc national du Banco pour le développement de l’écotourisme et l’éducation environnementale dans l’agglomération d’Abidjan


Objectif primaire

Groupes cibles



Gouvernance


Ecotourisme Espèces menacées Sensibilisation/Education

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.05.2021

WDPA ID725


BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/ci

LocationCôte d’Ivoire, Western Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasParc national du Banco

Organisation principaleOffice Ivoirien des Parcs et Réserves

Description du projetLe projet permettra :▪ la mise en place d’infrastructures spécifiques et l’acquisition d’équipements adéquats afin que le Parc national du Banco joue son rôle de pôle

écotouristique et d’éducation environnementale au profit d’une population estimée à un peu plus de 4 707 000 habitants en 2014 ;▪ la réhabilitation et l’équipement de l’écomusée, ancienne résidence du gouverneur Reste du temps de la colonisation française, situé à l’intérieur du

Parc et qui sert d’ores et déjà de site pour l’éducation environnementale des visiteurs ;▪ la réalisation de l’étude de faisabilité de la construction d’une passerelle dans la canopée des arbres (canopy-walk way) afin, in fine, de disposer

d’une infrastructure qui apporte une plus-value en matière de promotion touristique, à l’instar du Parc national de Kakun au Ghana, qui a un grand nombre de visiteurs, dont 135 870 visiteurs en 2009.

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Jeunes Femmes


Paysage clé pour la conservation

Zone clé pour la biodiversité

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Outil diagnostique utilisé

Plan d’aménagement et de gestion du Parc national du Banco 2019-2028


❑ Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance des aires protégées prioritaires en répondant aux limitations existantes.

Besoins prioritaires répondus

❑ Accroissement de l’attractivité du Parc à travers l’entretien des bâtiments techniques, touristiques, éducatifs et autres infrastructures.

❑ Mise en place d’aménagement diversifié à but touristique via la construction d’un Canopy walk.

Changement que l’exécution du projet va apporter aux aires protégées visées

Le projet permettra l’accroissement de l’attractivité au plan touristique du Parc travers l’entretien des bâtiments techniques, touristiques, éducatifs et autres infrastructures et, à terme, la mise en place d’aménagements diversifiés à but touristique via la construction d’un Canopywalk way.

The project Amélioration desinfrastructures d’accueil du Parc national duBanco pour le développement del’écotourisme et l’éducationenvironnementale dans l’agglomérationd’Abidjan is financed by the European Unionand the Organisation of African, Caribbeanand Pacific States through the Biodiversityand Protected Areas Management(BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Office Ivoirien des Parcs et Réserves and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Technical equipment to improve the protection of endangered loggerhead sea turtles on their nesting beaches


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus



Local Communities

Illegal activities Threatened Species Monitoring/Patrol equipment

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.10.2021

WDPA ID109005

Type of grant & budgetSmall Technical Grant| 81,199 €

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/cv

LocationCape Verde, Western Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasCurral Velho, Ramsar Site of International Importance; Reserva Natural Ponta do Sol; Reserva Natural Boa Esperanca; Reserva Natural da Tartaruga; Parque Natural do Norte

Project LeadFundação Tartaruga Cabo Verde

Project PartnersTurtle Foundation Germany

Description of the project:The first project activity is focused on the purchase of two vehicles, one for the drone team and the second for the dog team as these are particularly suitable for their specific needs. The vehicles will allow both teams to become more independent and to reach their full potential.

Given that the female sea turtles come to the beaches to lay their eggs at night, all direct protection measures have to occur at night. Even under bright moonlight conditions, it is impossible to detect poachers hidden between bushes and dunes with the naked eye or conventional binoculars. For this reason, two thermal imaging binoculars for night-vision will be purchased. These will help a part of the Sea Turtle Surveillance Task Force, who mainly support the drone team during night operations.

The second project activity aims at enhancing the Sea Turtle Surveillance Task Force capacities through trainings. A driving training safety will be offered to employees, in order to provide them with a safe driving feeling, and also to protect the vehicles so as to give them the longest possible life duration. The second training will be for the ground team rangers on the use of the night-vision devices – these are highly technical devices and it is important for the team to use them correctly and strategically.

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National or local PA agency


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Action Plan for Sea Turtles in West Africa 2017 – 2022 (initiated by MAVA Foundation)


❑ Enforce the legal framework required to achieve effective biodiversity conservation in protected areas; ❑ Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected

area management.


The overall aim of the project is to reduce poaching of endangered sea turtles on Boa Vista. This will be done though the implementation oftwo new techniques aimed at better protecting sea turtles: Conservation Dogs and Night-Vision Drone. Both projects are designed toprovide technical, logistical, and strategical support to the “Sea Turtle Surveillance Task Force” (STSTF) initiative, initiated by the CapeVerdean Ministry for Agriculture and Environment. The priority will be to improve patrol operations teams by the acquisition of fieldequipment and devices and training.


Thanks to the new equipment and training, the Sea Turtle Surveillance Task Force (STSTF) will be able to increase effectivity of beachprotection through improved, independent, and unrestricted mobility. Beaches can be monitored more frequently during the sea turtlenesting season while increasing the range of patrolling activity. The expected result is to cover 55 single beaches from 7 geographicallydistinguish beach-areas with a total of 15 km2.

The new equipment and the training will not only make the work of the teams safer and more efficient and will allow for strategicimprovements in night-time beach surveillance, some of which would not even be possible without them. Taken together, both the temporaland spatial coverage of beach protection by the STDTF teams is significantly increased and the quality is improved.

Thanks to the support of BIOPAMA it is expected that poaching activity will continue to decrease on Boa Vista quickly, effectively, andsustainably. This would be a major contribution to the recovery of the endangered sea turtle population in Cape Verde.

The project (Technical equipment toimprove the protection of endangeredloggerhead sea turtles on their nestingbeaches) is financed by the European Unionand the Organisation of African, Caribbeanand Pacific States through the Biodiversityand Protected Areas Management(BIOPAMA) Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of <Fundação Tartaruga Cabo Verde> and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Renforcement de la gouvernance et de l’attractivité écotouristique du Parc Naturel Communtaire de la Vallée de Sitatunga


Objectif primaire

Groupes cibles

Activités principales




Ecotourisme Efficacité de la gestion Efficacité de la gouvernance

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.10.2021

WDPA IDNon rapporté


BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/bj

LocationBénin, Afrique de l’Ouest

Aires protégées et conservéesParc Naturel Communautaire de la Vallée du Sitatunga (PNCVS)

Project LeadCREDIT-ONG

Activités du projet▪ Elaborer les documents juridiques, administratifs et financiers régissant la création de l’EPCI ; ▪ Conduire un plaidoyer auprès des nouveaux élus du PNCVS ;▪ Elaborer un plan/ stratégie de financement durable ;▪ Mettre en place les organes de gestion au niveau communal et local ;▪ Elaborer un plan de développement touristique;▪ Former les écoguides au gestes de premier secours, guidage, interprêtation écologique ;▪ Créer et aménager de nouveau circuits écotouristiques.

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Peuples autochtones

Aire conservée par les communautésautochtones et locales

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IMET, Integrated Management Effectiveness Tool


❑ Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance des aires protégées prioritaires en répondant aux limitations existantes ;❑ Soutenir les initiatives des communautés locales destinées à renforcer les moyens de subsistance des populations locales, tout en

contribuant efficacement à la gestion des aires protégées.


❑ Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance du Parc Naturel Communautaire de la Vallée de Sitatunga à travers la mise en place d’un EPCI;❑ Renforcer les moyens de subsistance des communautés à travers la promotion de l’écotourisme fluvial sur le territoire de la Vallée du

Sitatunga.


❑ Amélioration du statut de conservation du Parc Naturel Communautaire de la Vallée de Sitatunga par la reconnaissance de l’aire protégée au niveau départemental (grâce à la création de l’EPCI) étape indispensable à sa reconnaissance au niveau national.

❑ Amélioration de la qualité de la gouvernance intercommunal du Parc Naturel Communautaire de la Vallée de Sitatunga par le nouveau cadre de travail offert par l’EPCI et ses démembrements au niveau communal et local.

❑ Améliorartion de l’attractivité écotouristique du Parc Naturel Communautaire de la Vallée de Sitatunga.

The project Renforcement de lagouvernance et de l’attractivitéécotouristique du PNCVS is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of CREDIT-ONG and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Build the capacity for comprehensive survey and monitoring of key wildlife species and habitat features in the Niokolo-Koba National Park, Senegal


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local and national PA agency

Threatened Species Survey/Data knowledge management

Capacity building

Duration01.09.2020 – 31.08.2022

WDPA ID2580



LocationSenegal, Western Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasNiokolo-Koba National Park and World Heritage Site

Project LeadPanthera Wildlife Trust Limited

Project PartnersDirection des Parcs Nationaux du Senegal (DPN)

Description of the projectAll the actions developed through this project are ultimately aimed to strengthen on-site capacity of the Direction of National Parks (DPN), to conduct wildlife surveys in ascientifically sound manner and to establish an ecological monitoring system for better management of Niokolo Koba´s key wildlife and habitats. To achieve this, the projectwill implement the following activities:• Providing to the park an ultra-light plane and experienced pilot to carry out park-wide wildlife monitoring and threat assessments;• Providing to the park an appropriate flat-bottom boat to conduct crocodile inventories;• Providing to the park a Technical Assistant for ecological monitoring ensuring appropriate training of DPN´s staff in the use of monitoring methods and tools and that

results are used for adaptive management;• Setting up targeted population monitoring for a sub-set of extremely rare species, such as lion, African wild dog, Western giant eland and elephant;• Mapping and assessing the status of all water points and other key wildlife habitats within the park;• Contributing to the formulation of management solutions and providing relevant information at a national and international level for awareness raising and

conservation planning.

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Strategic documents at the protected area, national and regional levels (e.g. management plans, KBAs and key landscapes for conservation analysis).

The BIOPAMA Action Component Objective Addressed

Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations (strengthening on-site infrastructure/equipment for patrolling, poaching control, developing capacity of staff).


• Provide survey (baseline and/or monitoring) of a minimum number of key elements before any management decision on key species and ecosystem services;

• Minimise the threats to the protected area, including poaching, nomadic grazing and invasive species.


Protected Areas of regional/global importance such Niokolo Koba National Park generally have comprehensive monitoring programs which keep track of the health status and trends of key natural assets, permitting an early warning and the formulation of corrective measures should a specific species, biome or important habitat feature come under threat. All such mechanisms are currently lacking in Niokolo-Koba, and the park authorities depend on outside assistance to produce relevant updates on the status of key wildlife and habitat features. In the context of the BIOPAMA AC objective "to enhance the management and governance of priority areas by addressing existing limitations" the proposed project will strengthen the ability of the DPN to effectively (and eventually autonomously) manage the park´s irreplaceable biodiversity assets by generating relevant and updated ecological information and by providing the DPN with the tools and the capacity for an appropriate, comprehensive, standardized and easily replicable park monitoring system, targeting all key wildlife species and habitat features.

The project Build the capacity forcomprehensive survey and monitoring ofkey wildlife species and habitat features inthe Niokolo-Koba National Park, Senegal isfinanced by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Panthera Wildlife Trust Limited and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Projet d’Amélioration de la Gestion des Aires Protégées dans 02 Réserves de Biosphères du Sénégal : Réserve de Biosphère du delta du Fleuve Sénégal et Réserve de Biosphère du

Delta du Saloum (PAGERE)

Type de zone prioritaire

Objectif principal

Groupes cibles

Principal axe de l’activité

Aire marine protégée

Gouvernance


Moyens d’existence/Activitéséconomiques

Efficacité de la gestion Efficacité de la gouvernance

Durée01.09.2020 – 31.08.2023

WDPA ID555629214; 866; 352704; 867; 869

Type de subvention & budgetSubvention moyenne| 400,000€

BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/se

LocationSénégal, Afrique de l’Ouest

Aires protégées & ConservéesRéserve Naturelle Communautaire de Palmarin, Aire Marine Protégée de Gandoule, Parc National du Delta du Saloum, Aire Marine Protégée de Saint-Louis, Parc National des Oiseaux du Djoudj, Parc National de la Langue de Barbarie

Organisation principaleDirection des Parcs Nationaux (DPN)

Parternaires du projetDirection des Aires Marines Communautaires Protégées (DAMCP)

Description du projetLe projet inclue les activités suivantes: ▪ Actualisation des plans d’aménagement et de gestion au niveau des six aires protégées du projet en intégrant dans la planification les actions retenues dans le projet et les modèles de gestion à

intégrer son intervention;▪ Formation des gestionnaires sur l’outil IMET qui concernera l’ensemble des aires protégées du Sénégal (Parcs, Réserves et AMP) ainsi que les représentants des communautés locales et personnel des

institutions;▪ Evaluation de l’efficacité de gestion qui vise l’élaboration de la situation de référence des sites en début de projet et de mesurer leur performance en fin d’intervention;▪ Appui au fonctionnement de la station biologique du Djoudj qui permet à la structure de remplir pleinement son rôle à travers le renforcement en équipement de suivi des paramètres bioécologiques; ▪ Renforcement de capacités des acteurs pour la collecte de données afin d’améliorer le système de collecte, de traitement et de partage des données sur les aires protégées ;▪ Mise en place d’un cadre de gouvernance concerté à travers la réalisation d’une étude diagnostique et d’évaluation de la gouvernance afin de mettre en place un mécanisme de gouvernance concerté

et adapté au contexte des six sites du projet. Comme finalité, le cadre mis en place par le projet sera considéré comme des modèles adaptés aux parcs, réserves et aires marines protégées et qui seront de référence au niveau du réseau d’aires protégées du Sénégal;

▪ Identification et appui aux opportunités/activités génératrices de revenus rentables socialement acceptées et respectueuses de l’environnement qui permettra au projet de développer des activités socioéconomiques rentables au bénéfice des communautés périphériques des aires protégées;

▪ Renforcement des capacités des acteurs locaux en entreprenariat et appui à la mise en place d’un processus de labellisation et promotion des produits autour des aires protégées.

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Jeunes Femmes

Efficacité de la gestion Moyens d’existence

Aire terrestre protégée Zone transfrontalière

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Integrated Management Effectiveness Tool (IMET)


❑ Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance de zones prioritaires, en luttant contre les limites existantes;❑ Soutenir les initiatives des communautés locales destinées à renforcer leurs moyens de subsistance tout en contribuant efficacement à la

gestion des aires protégées et conservées.


❑ Amélioration de la planification et de la gestion des aires protégées du Sénégal;❑ Renforcement du système de gouvernance des aires protégées;❑ Amélioration des moyens de subsistance des communautés locales.

Changement que l’exécution du projet va apporter aux aires protégées visées:

❑ Renforcement des capacités: L’amélioration des capacités des parties prenantes va renforcer les aptitudes du point de vue opérationnel,organisationnel et technique dans la manière de gérer les aires protégées. Par ailleurs, les acteurs investis dans les activités génératricesde revenus seront plus autonomes financièrement grâce à l’accompagnement du projet en termes de formation dans les processus delabellisation des produits et la mise en place de ces activités. Une amélioration de l’efficacité de gestion des aires protégées et du systèmede planification des aires protégées est aussi visée avec l’appropriation par les gestionnaires de l’outil d’évaluation de l’efficacité degestion IMET2 et la prise en charge des lacunes identifiées dans les processus d’actualisation des outils de gestion. L’intégration d’unsystème innovant de collecte et de traitement de données sur les aires protégées.

❑ Gouvernance: Une amélioration de la gouvernance participative et l’appropriation des objectifs de gestion par les acteurs locaux.❑ Renforcement des bénéfices au profit des communautés: Renforcement de la sécurité alimentaire et amélioration des retombées

financières au bénéfice des communautés périphériques. Promotion des produits issus des aires protégées avec la mise en place d’unlabel pour assurer la durabilité.

Le projet d’Amélioration de la Gestion desAires Protégées dans 02 Réserves deBiosphères du Sénégal : Réserve deBiosphère du delta du Fleuve Sénégal etRéserve de Biosphère du Delta du Saloum(PAGERE) est financé par l'Unioneuropéenne et l'Organisation des Etatsd'Afrique, des Caraïbes et du Pacifique àtravers le Programme de Gestion de laBiodiversité et des Aires Protégées(BIOPAMA).

BIOPAMA aide les pays d'Afrique, desCaraïbes et du Pacifique à répondre à leurspriorités pour une meilleure gestion etgouvernance de la biodiversité et desressources naturelles. BIOPAMA fournit unevariété d'outils, de services et definancements aux acteurs de laconservation dans les pays d'Afrique, desCaraïbes et du Pacifique (ACP). Lemécanisme d'octroi de subventionsBIOPAMA est géré par l'UICN (Unioninternationale pour la conservation de lanature) et soutient des projets sur le terrainvisant à renforcer la gestion et lagouvernance des zones protégées etconservées, avec un budget total de 21millions d'euros.

Ce projet est financé par l’Union Européenne et l’Organisation des Etats Africains, des Caraïbes et du Pacifique à travers le programme BIOPAMA. Le contenu de ce matériel est la seule responsabilité de la Direction des Parcs Nationaux et ne peut en aucune circonstance n’être perçu comme reflétant la position de l’UE ou de l’OACPS.

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Securing the future of Kambui Hills, Sierra Leone


Primary objective

Target groups

Main activity focus


Governance

Local Communities

Co-management Ecosystem/habitat restoration Awareness/education

Duration01.09.2020 – 31.08.2021

WDPA ID303925; 29972


BIOPAMA RRIS Linkhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/sl

LocationSierra Leone, Western Africa

Protected & Conserved AreasKambui Hills and Extensions Forest Reserve; Kambui South Forest Reserve

Project LeadConservation Society of Sierra Leone

Description of the project:Several years of neglect in terms of management has resulted in increased illegal and damaging human activities within the reserve. Large areas havebeen encroached upon and degraded through activities like chain saw logging, charcoal harvesting, mining, slash and burn farming and settlementdevelopment and hunting. The unclear boundary creates ambiguity as to where the reserve ends and where the salvage lands begin.To reveres this situation a robust awareness campaign about the reserve, its purpose and its usefulness will be undertaken with the aim of getting thecommunities to subscribe to and support its conservation. The campaign will also popularize the laws governing the reserve. The ill-defined andambiguous boundaries which rationalise encroachment will be made clearly visible through brushing of the border, beacon erection, sign posting andestablishment of a buffer zone. The degraded areas will be rehabilitated.Damage is done to the reserve as forest edge communities utilize forest resources to finance a living. The project will create opportunities for alternativelivelihoods. Alternative livelihoods will divert human activities away from the reserve into the salvage lands and so reduce pressure on the former.A management plan and local bye laws will be created in consultation with the communities and the project will obtain an agreement between all focalcommunities, and the National Protected Area Authority /Forestry Department, and the Conservation Society of Sierra Leone to adhere to Forestprotection laws. To ensure that all parties keep to the agreements a task force who will oversee and monitor events within the forest be instituted. Areserve governance structure will also be established.The project will also contribute to the alleviation of poverty which is so high in the region, by establishing a loan scheme and promoting tourism.

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Indigenous people

Management effectiveness Livelihoods


Key biodiversity area

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National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (https://www.cbd.int/doc/world/sl/sl-nbsap-v2-en.pdf)


❑ Enhance the management and governance of priority protected areas by addressing existing limitations;❑ Support local communities’ initiatives aiming to enhance the livelihoods of local people whilst effectively contributing to protected areas

management.


The priority need of the project is to deliver a well-managed forest reserve, clearly demarcated and highly visible and known and appreciated by localcommunities, The reserve should help conserve ecosystems and maintain a rich biodiversity. It should provide ecosystem services for both humans andbiodiversity and help to combat climate change. The Kambui Hills Forest Reserve forest should be co-managed by the government and thecommunities.


The project will deliver a reserve with visible and well demarcated boundary known to all stake holders, and with a buffer zone around the perimeter.Stakeholders will be aware of governmental laws and regulations governing the reserve; and the reserve will be benefitting from people’s improvedattitude towards it. An agreement between forest edge communities on one hand and NPAA/FD, Kenema DC and CSSL on the other, to adhere to Forestprotection laws will be in place. There will be increased support of the stakeholders for the protection of the reserve. The establishment of alternativelivelihoods will redirect the activities of the communities to areas outside the forest and positively influence their economic capacity. A well trained taskforce will overlook the benefit sharing scheme which would have been established. Most of the degraded areas within the reserve would be rehabilitated.A popularised Governance structure will exist. The FMCs and FD staff will have greater capacity to undertake forest management as a result of trainingCommunity members have appropriate opportunities to participate in management planning, processes and actions in collaboration with the NPAA andthe department of forestry. Thus the project will leave behind a well-managed functional reserve, with highly protected rich biodiversity, and maintainedecosystem, with the species richness and diversity maintained or improved. It will provide an opportunity for threatened species to thrive again. Negativehuman activities will be minimal.

The project Securing the future of KambuiHills, Sierra Leone is financed by theEuropean Union and the Organisation ofAfrican, Caribbean and Pacific Statesthrough the Biodiversity and ProtectedAreas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Conservation Society of Sierra Leone and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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Projet d’appui à la consolidation de la LAB dans le complexe W-Arly-PoNaSi


Objectif primaire

Groupes cibles



Gouvernance


Activités illégales Renforcement des capacités Suivi/équipement des patrouilles

Duration01.11.2020 – 31.04.2021

WDPA ID124385, 555705201

Type de subvention & budgetSmall Technical Grant| 99,804.71€

BIOPAMA RRIS Lienhttp://rris.biopama.org/country/bf

LocationBurkina Faso, Western Africa

Aires protégées et conservéesComplexes W-Arly et PoNaSi

Organisation principaleAnges gardiens de la nature (AGN)

Description du projetPour répondre aux objectifs du Projet, trois grandes activités sont prévues: ▪ Activité 1 : amélioration des capacités matérielles et infrastructurelles de la base vie des écogardes par la production d’électricité plus respectueuse

de l’environnement et moins coûteuse pour les besoins des équipes et une adduction d’eau à partir d’un forage solaire.▪ Activité 2: Surveillance et lutte anti-braconnage: la surveillance et l'occupation du terrain avec le renforcement des équipes existantes et la

collaboration avec les projets de « BRIGADE MIXTE » dans le WAP (projet FOMEK-UE), le projet PONASI-UE sur le terrain du complexe PONASI et l’OFINAP (Office National des Aires protégées du Burkina).

▪ Activité 3: Suivi juridique et renseignement communautaire: développement d'un réseau d'informateurs visant à identifier et arrêter les criminels et l'aide au suivi juridique auprès du Ministère de la Justice.

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JeunesAgence des aires protégées

nationale ou régionale


Paysage clé pour la conservation

Zone transfrontalière

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IMET Arly 2015 et documents stratégiques nationaux.


Améliorer la gestion et la gouvernance des aires protégées prioritaires en répondant aux limitations existantes.

Besoin prioriaire répondu

Le projet s'inscrit dans un objectif général de renforcement, de professionnalisation de la lutte anti braconnage et de la stabilité encourageant le développement durable par la sécurisation et la bonne gouvernance des AP des complexes PONASI et OUEST ARLY et de leurs périphéries.

Changement que l’exécution du projet va apporter à l’aire protégée

Le dispositif anti-braconnage et la sécurité des aires protégées sera renforcé par la création de la nouvelle brigade mobile, opérationnelle qui viendra en complémentarité avec les projets déjà actifs que sont FOMEK et PONASI financés par l’UE.Les bénéficiaires finaux de cette action étant prioritairement les communautés riveraines des deux complexes qui vivent directement ou indirectement des ressources issues des services de l’écosystème desdits complexes ou de leur périphérie bénéficieront directement de la stabilité apportée par la sécurisation. Elles bénéficieront également d'une voix plus forte pour faire entendre leurs problématiques et seront plus impliquées dans la gestion décentralisée de la problématique globale. Les formations et les savoir-faire du projet permettront ainsi de créer un cadre plus favorable au développement durable des régions et des réserves concernées du WAP- PONASI.

The project Projet d’appui à la consolidationde la LAB dans le complexe W-Arly-PoNaSiis financed by the European Union and theOrganisation of African, Caribbean andPacific States through the Biodiversity andProtected Areas Management (BIOPAMA)Programme.


This project is financed by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States through the BIOPAMA Programme. The contents of this material are the sole responsibility of Anges gardiens de la nature and can under no circumstances be regarded as reflecting the position of the EU nor of the OACPS.

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This publication has been produced withsupport from the 11th EuropeanDevelopment Fund. The contents of thispublication are the sole responsibility ofIUCN and can in no way be taken toreflect the views of the European Unionnor of the Organisation of African,Caribbean and Pacific States.

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