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Two men surveying ground next to bush.
Surveying plant biodiversity in Bethlehem.
© Mohammad Najajrah

Green Oasis in Bethlehem for Plant and Ecosystem Conservation, Palestine

Grantee Name: Bethlehem University

Hotspot
Mediterranean Basin
Location
Palestinian Territory,Occupied
Amount
$20,000
Dates
Aug 2020 – Oct 2021
Keywords
Awareness, Capacity building, Ex situ conservation, Species Conservation

Develop a botanical garden for the conservation of rare plant species and unique ecosystem. Build capacity of young researchers, and create modules of awareness, education and empowerment that benefit the local community. Undertake workshops and meetings to raise the awareness of the local community on plant conservation.

Strategic Direction :

4 Strengthen the engagement of civil society to support the conservation of plants that are critically endangered or have highly restricted ranges

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