Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Rescue Marine Biodiversity in South Beach Lebau

Grantee Name: Yayasan Pengkajian dan Pengembangan Sosial

Hotspot: Wallacea
Location: Indonesia
Amount: $89,566
Dates: Apr 2016 – Jun 2018
Keywords: Community-based conservation, Fisheries, Marine, Protected Areas

Help coastal communities on the Indonesian island of Solor, east of Flores, establish small Marine Protected Areas. Start "community coastal watch" groups to monitor illegal and destructive fishing practices, and promote sustainable activities that profit from marine resources.

Strategic Direction : 4 Strengthen community-based action to protect marine species and sites