Consolidating Private and Public Protected Areas in the Atlantic Forest Hotspot Biodiversity Corridors

Organize the physical and logistical structure to initiate operation of the Atlantic Forest Protected Areas Initiative (AFPAI) and its funding mechanism. Prepare the terms of reference and agreement models for the projects to be supported by AFPAI, ensure their approval and implementation, and monitor execution. Maintain close contact with state and federal government to optimize the AFPAI efforts and design, organize and initiate a capacity-building program for private reserves associations.