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A local fisherman of Kerkennah making a net, Tunisia.
A local fisherman of Kerkennah making a net, Tunisia.
© Nada Abdelkader

Conservation of the Coastal Biodiversity of the Kerkennah Archipelago, Tunisia

Grantee Name: Association Tunisienne de Taxonomie

Hotspot
Mediterranean Basin
Location
Tunisia
Amount
$20,000
Dates
Mar 2021 – Jun 2022
Keywords
Awareness, Biodiversity mainstreaming, Conservation planning, Marine

Protect biodiversity richness in Kerkennah archipelago in Tunisia through supporting traditional fishing practices of Charfia and Drina. The project aim to raise awareness on sustainable practices to preserve the natural resources and to promote local product by setting a three days fair. The project is also an opportunity to ensure the transfer of knowledge through generations

Strategic Direction :

1 Support civil society to engage stakeholders in demonstrating integrated approaches for the conservation of biodiversity in coastal areas

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