Strategic Direction 3 

Securing Safe Environment for Critically Endangered Vulture Species by Declaring and Ensuring Diclofenac Free Zones in Central and Western Low Lands of Nepal
Secure safe environment for Critically Endangered vulture species in the Terai Arc Landscape of Nepal through sensitization of stakeholders, developing appropriate policy and regulation, and declaration of diclofenac free zones. The project will also build the capacity of stakeholders in monitoring and management of vultures and their habitats for long-term conservation.

Amount	$34,955
Grant Term	11/09 - 03/11
Grantee	Bird Conservation Nepal
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 150 KB)

Establishment of Community-Based, Anti-Poaching Networks to Reduce Poaching and Trade in Endangered Wild Species of Flora and Fauna in Kangchenjunga Singhalila Complex, Nepal
Establish community-based, anti-poaching networks in two transboundary trade routes in Eastern Nepal and create a mechanism for effective partnership to advocate against poaching and illegal trade. The project will sensitize communities on rules and regulations related to flora and fauna conservation, assess human-wildlife conflict and identify mitigation measures.

Amount	$43,328
Grant Term	10/08 - 09/10
Grantee	Kangchenjunga Landscape Concern Group
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 50 KB)

Promoting Coordinated Community-Based Landscape Conservation in the Trans-Boundary Region of the Kanchenjunga-Singalila Complex
Strengthen communication and cooperation between communities and district government across the transboundary area of Kangchenjunga Singalila Complex to address threats to key habitats. The project will also strengthen capacity of community groups to monitor and manage key habitats to ensure reduction in threats to biodiversity.

Amount	$69,959
Grant Term	10/08 - 09/10
Grantee	The Mountain Institute
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 46 KB)

Building Capacity of Civil Society for the Conservation of Biodiversity with Special Focus on Livelihood, Sanitation, and Health Development in Kanchanjunga-Singalila Areas of Sikkim State
Increase participation of civil society groups in conservation and management of locally important and threatened medicinal plants in the Varsay key biodiversity area of Kanchenjunga Landscape. Promote collaboration and partnerships at the state and local levels, and with local communities, especially for in situ and ex situ conservation of medicinal plants.

Amount	$74,614
Grant Term	01/08 - 12/10
Grantee	Voluntary Health Association of Sikkim
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 45 KB)

Building Grassroots Civil Society Support for Biodiversity Conservation in Bhutan
Establish a network of local support groups in six pilot districts within key biodiversity areas of the Bhutan Biological Conservation Complex.  Royal Society for the Protection of Nature will also build capacity of these groups to identify and undertake conservation actions for key biodiversity areas and important habitat linkages, with action grants and funds leveraged from small grant schemes.

Amount	$123,858
Grant Term	07/07 - 09/10
Grantee	Royal Society for the Protection of Nature
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 35 KB)

Biodiversity Conservation Initiatives through Grassroots Participation
Build partnerships among stakeholders to incorporate biodiversity conservation perspectives in forest management outside of protected areas within the Kangchenjunga-Singhalila Complex. This includes advocacy at the local and national government level, as well as raising awareness and building capacity at the local level to plan and monitor biodiversity in key project sites.

Amount	$69,989
Grant Term	04/07 - 03/09
Grantee	Environmental Camps for Conservation Awareness
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 63 KB)

Developing Civil Society Networks to Conserve Key Biodiversity Areas in Nepal, Focusing on the Kanchenjunga-Singalila Complex
Develop civil society networks to manage, monitor, and mitigate threats to biodiversity conservation in the Kangchenjunga-Singhalila Complex. Pilot projects will establish local community conservation groups or "Site Support Groups" to identify and promote conservation solutions that sustain biodiversity while meeting the livelihood needs of rural communities.

Amount	$69,704
Grant Term	04/07 - 03/09
Grantee	Bird Conservation Nepal
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 123 KB)

CEPF Coordination in the Eastern Himalayas
Lead CEPF implementation in the Eastern Himalayas Region. The team will ensure maximum participation of civil society groups, support the development of effective conservation projects in line with the CEPF ecosystem profile for this region, and engage stakeholders to leverage funds for sustainable long-term investment.

Amount	$943,132
Grant Term	01/06 - 03/11
Grantee	World Wildlife Fund, Inc.
Project Documents	- Final report, English (PDF - 63 KB)
Related News and Information	- Document: Brochure English (PDF - 694 KB) - Document: Eastern Himalayas Bulletin: Issue 11, December 2009 English (PDF - 488 KB) Issue 10, September 2009 English (PDF - 390 KB) Issue 9, June 2009 English (PDF - 416 KB) Issue 8, March 2009 English (PDF - 332 KB) Issue 7, December 2008 English (PDF - 279 KB) Issue 6, August 2008 English (PDF - 318 KB) Issue 5, May 2008 English (PDF - 399 KB) Issue 4, February 2008 English (PDF - 447 KB) Issue 3, October 2007 English (PDF - 433 KB) Issue 2, July 2007 English (PDF - 1.08 MB) Issue 1, April 2007 English (PDF - 219 KB)