Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Implementation of Activities for Creating a Protected Area Network and Biodiversity Conservation Corridors in Liberia

Grantee Name: Society for the Conservation of Nature of Liberia

Hotspot: Guinean Forests of West Africa
Location: Liberia
Amount: $155,000
Dates: Jun 2002 – Jun 2003
Keywords: Capacity building, Conservation planning, Protected Areas

Support creation of a protected area system to include 1.5 million hectares of Liberia's remaining rain forest. Specific activities include providing management and expertise to plan and develop the network, recruiting and training appropriate staff, constructing and maintaining infrastructures at Sapo National Park and ensuring boundaries are demarcated, maintained and patrolled.

Strategic Direction : 1 Strengthening Institutional Capacities for Conservation

Implementation of Activities for Creating a Protected Area Network and Biodiversity Conservation Corridors in Liberia

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