Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Strengthening Conservation and Management across the Mt. Navotuvotu-Mt. Kasi Forest Corridor, Fiji

Grantee Name: Wildlife Conservation Society

Hotspot: Polynesia-Micronesia
Location: Fiji
Amount: $99,925
Dates: Apr 2012 – Jun 2013
Keywords: Community-based conservation, Conservation planning, Livelihoods

Identify priority areas for conservation investment through analysis of biodiversity values and clan willingness to conduct local management over their tenure areas. Discuss the establishment of new community forest parks and riparian buffer zones through participatory process to develop zoning and management plans. Develop small-scale livelihood projects including kuta mat weaving to stimulate a local economy.

Strategic Direction :

2 Strengthen the conservation status and management of 60 key biodiversity areas

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Strengthening Conservation and Management across the Mt. Navotuvotu-Mt. Kasi Forest Corridor, Fiji

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