Strategic Direction 7:
Reinforce and sustain the conservation gains achieved as a
result of CEPF investment in the initial 5-year investment period for
the region
Consolidating the Node Small Grants Program to Engage Local Actors in Biodiversity Conservation in MadagascarProvide support to ensure the long-term conservation of five newly established protected areas in Madagascar: Daraina-Loky-Manambato; Mahavavy-Kinkony; Ankeniheny-Zahamena; Nosivolo and Menabe. These sites contain unique terrestrial and freshwater biodiversity, which is threatened by unsustainable land-use practices. The Node organizations present in these areas will provide alternative opportunities for the people living in and around these sites to reduce degradation and improve livelihoods.
Establishing Comprehensive Baselines, Disseminating Efficient Participatory Management Tools and Stimulating Partners Commitment to the Extension of Managed Resources Protected Areas in MadagascarUndertake an in-depth assessment of the most effective approaches adopted by stakeholders in establishing community-managed protected areas throughout Madagascar. Define the core roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders as well as the most effective tools to protect natural resources and generate benefits from ecosystem services to communities engaged in sustainable natural resource management.
Education for ConservationDevelop an environmental education center and associated materials featuring the spiny forests of Madagascar. The center will act as a resource for local schools, community groups and visitors, highlighting the importance of this a unique but rare and threatened habitat and educate people on means to improve land-use practices to protect the forest.
Strengthening Local Community-Based Resource Management for Tambohorano and BealananaPromote the community management of two new protected areas, Tambohorano and Bealanana that support several endemic, endangered and threatened species in conjunction with community-based organizations. In so doing, develop community monitoring and fire management strategies and promote improved fishery management and beekeeping practices to provide alternative, sustainable livelihoods.
Support to the Malagasy International Association VahatraReinforce the infrastructure, management and profile of Vahatra through increased technical and financial capacity of this fledgling organization. Make publically available research and conservation science findings in the Journal Malagasy Nature, as well as raise awareness amongst the general public of the importance of the unique fauna and the threats faced.