Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Strengthening Conservation and Management of Small-Scale Fisheries in Peleng-Banggai, Indonesia

Grantee Name: Perkumpulan Japesda

Hotspot: Wallacea
Location: Indonesia
Amount: $64,991
Dates: Apr 2021 – Nov 2022
Keywords: Awareness, Community-based conservation, Fisheries, Habitat conservation and management, Livelihoods, Marine, Restoration

Strengthen the management of marine protected areas and surrounding fishing zones to better maintain the coral reefs off the coast of Central Sulawesi. Work with the villages of Lambangan and Uwedikan to institute best fishing practices. Conduct coral reef restoration off the coast of Uwedikan.

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