Strategic Direction 2:
Develop innovative, locally led approaches to site-based conservation at 28 key biodiversity areas
Developing a Model for the Sustainable Wild Collection of Medicinal Plants through the Implementation of FairWild in Viet NamDevelop a model for sustainable wild harvesting of medicinal plant species in the Northern Highlands Limestone corridor by applying the FairWild Standards that can be replicated elsewhere in Vietnam. Reduce over-exploitation of targeted medicinal plant species by developing and implementing sustainable harvesting and management tools, strengthening market linkages, and assessing the demand for third-party certification of the selected products.
Conserving Biodiversity and Sustaining Livelihoods along the Mekong River in Luang Phrabang, Xayabouri and Vientiane Provinces, LaosProvide a sound platform for natural resource planning along the main stream of the Mekong River between Luang Prabang and Vientiane by undertaking detailed biodiversity and community surveys. Identify sites of the highest conservation priority; draft site management plans for them, and form local management groups to implement conservation actions. Establish the first biodiversity monitoring program along the Lao Mekong.
| Amount |
$248,248 |
| Grant Term |
05/11
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06/13 |
| Grantee |
INTERNATIONAL UNION FOR CONSERVATION OF NATURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES (IUCN) |
Sustainable Development to Support Wise Use and Conservation of the Wetland Ramsar Site in Stung Treng, CambodiaEnsure the wise use of the critical ecosystems of Stung Treng Ramsar Site and reduce natural resource dependency, through provision of alternative, farm-based livelihoods and the establishment and capacity building of community-based organizations. Link these activities to the conservation objectives of the Ramsar Site through local regulations, environmental awareness-raising and supporting communities to take local conservation actions.
| Amount |
$80,016 |
| Grant Term |
04/11
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03/13 |
| Grantee |
Cambodian Rural Development Team |
Conserving Freshwater Biodiversity and Critical Wetland Resources for Local Communities Along the Mekong River, Kratie and Stung Treng Provinces, CambodiaConserve the ‘Central Section’ of the Mekong mainstream in Cambodia by designating key habitats as a Special Management Site, and establishing conservation management structures and capacity. Strengthen community capacity to manage natural resources, and develop sustainable alternative livelihoods that contribute to biodiversity protection and poverty reduction, such as direct payments to local people for protection of turtle and waterbird nests.
Sustainable Livelihoods for Mekong Biodiversity and Critical Wetland Resource Conservation in CambodiaConserve the ‘Central Section’ of the Mekong mainstream in Cambodia by reducing local people’s reliance on natural resources and empowering communities to implement site-based conservation measures. Help at least 500 households to adopt alternative livelihoods and increase their disposable incomes. Link these benefits to conservation actions and build local capacity for conservation by establishing community-based organizations and environmental action groups.
Strengthening Community Conservation of Priority Sites Within the Ba Be / Na Hang Limestone Forest Complex, Northern VietnamImplement conservation actions at five priority sites in the Northern Highlands Limestone corridor, aimed at supporting conservation at the local level, influencing development projects, and targeting technical and financial support towards global conservation priorities. Establish a catalytic platform on which future conservation interventions can be developed, and contribute to on-going policy dialogue on collaborative natural resource management within protected areas.
Promoting Community-Based Collaborative Management To Strengthen Long-Term Conservation Of Globally Threatened Primates And Trees In Priority Sites Of Northern VietnamImplement priority actions at 11 target sites in northern Vietnam, with a particular focus on the Northern Highlands Limestone Corridor. Consolidate ongoing, participatory conservation activities for globally threatened primates and trees, develop actions at new sites based on opportunities identified by local communities and conduct surveys at little-known sites to assess their importance for the conservation of target species.
Planning and Partnership Development for Conserving Freshwater Biodiversity and Resources Along the Central Section of the Mekong River in Cambodia
Improve coordination and joint-planning among the WWF Cambodia Country Programme, Community Economic Development and the Cambodian Rural Development Team, resulting in submission to CEPF of revised, complementary project plans to conserve freshwater biodiversity and critical wetland resources for local communities along the Mekong River, Kratie and Stung Treng provinces.