Protecting Biodiversity by Supporting People

Arial view of Rennell Island surrounded by blue ocean in the Solomon Islands. — Rennell Island, Solomon Islands.

© Conservation International/photo by Russell A. Mittermeier

Strengthening Governance and Management Needs of Communities in East Rennell

Grantee Name: Live & Learn Solomon Islands

Hotspot: East Melanesian Islands
Location: Solomon Islands
Amount: $35,089
Dates: Mar 2014 – Mar 2016
Keywords: Capacity building, Governance

Strengthen the capacity of two non-governmental organizations in the Solomon Islands, Lake Tegano World Heritage Site Association and East Rennell Council of Chiefs, to conserve East Rennell Key Biodiversity Area. Ensure these groups have a clear mandate from community members and an enhanced profile and influence with national-level stakeholders. And assist in building community consensus around an application for protected area status for Lake Tegano World Heritage Site.

Strategic Direction : 4 Increase local, national and regional capacity to conserve biodiversity through catalyzing civil society partnerships