The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is responsible for implementing the project, while the Ministry of Environment, Water and Fisheries (MEPDD) leads its execution. Local communities are engaged in sustainable natural resource management and income-generating activities. Public-private-community partnerships play a role in facilitating sustainable ecosystem management. Governmental and non-governmental institutions support governance and capacity building throughout the project.
GEF grants
co-funding
In the Mayo-Kebbi Ouest region, the project will apply a set of coordinated approaches to restore degraded ecosystems and improve land management. These efforts will be tailored to the region’s diverse ecosystems and biodiversity, using integrated methods to support long-term sustainability.
The project will focus on strengthening local governance and building capacity for sustainable natural resource management, ensuring that communities are equipped to lead and maintain restoration efforts.
Maintaining the ecological continuity of forest blocks will be a priority, supported by sustainable ecosystem management practices and the promotion of agroforestry and sustainable land use.
Income-generating activities will be developed to support local livelihoods, while also enhancing community resilience to climate change through targeted interventions.
A Geographic Information System (GIS) will be implemented to monitor vegetation cover. Public-private-community partnerships will be established to support sustainable ecosystem management and long-term collaboration.
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