Mangroves

Assessment of the Status of Marine Fisheries Resources and Management Practices in Sre Ambel Area

The aims of the project are to: -To explore a possible solutions for stakeholder conflicts in the access of marine fisheries resources in the area - Provide capacity building to grassroots following the adaptation of a proposed mechanism alternative for the conflict solutions.

The Ecosystem Functioning of KwaZulu-Natal Estuaries, South Africa, and their Influence on the Nearshore Coastal Environment: Implications for their Conservation

The aim of the project is to determine the ecosystem functioning of selected estuaries in KwaZulu-Natal and represent their dynamics through ecosystem models to predict various scenarios for environmental threats.

Programme for Mobilisation of Community Wetland Defenders in Kabarole District, Western Uganda

Project will ensure sustainable management of wetlands through strengthening approaches that champion direct community involvement in planning and implementation of required actions.

Lake Conservation as Citizens' Initiative in India

The aim of the project is to conserve Jaipur's Man Sagar lake through peoples' participation, doing so by way of volunteering and organising annual Birding Fairs.

Developing Sustainable Solutions for Small-Scale Shrimp Aquaculture, to Promote Biodiversity Conservation in the Gulf of Fonseca

This project is designed to promote the responsible and sustainable use of coastal resources, working directly with small-scale shrimp farmers to rehabilitate currently barren ponds to biodiverse wetland habitats. The provision of economic incentives to small-scale shrimp producers to alter their practices, not through simple dispersal of funds, but through utilizing naturally occur products that can help reduce overhead costs of production and improve productivity. The combination of utilizing natural resources and appropriate technology will provide an enhanced productivity and income to coastal communities, whilst directly promoting ecologically sound practices.

Mangrove Forest Structure and Coverage Change Analysis Using Remote Sensing and Geographical Information System Technology: A Case Study of Can Gio Mangrove Biosphere Reserves, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

The aim of the project is to use the Remote Sensing & GIS technology in managing natural resources at the International Biosphere Reserve Can Gio, Ho Chi Minh city is better now. The long-term aim is to build and develop methodology, application in RS & GIS technology for the management, conservation, rehabilitation and development of mangrove forests in Viet Nam.

Monitoring of Mangrove Forest Quality in the Pacific Slope of Guatemala

The aim of the project is to learn about state of mangrove ecosystem in Hawaii area. The main objectives are to: -estimate annual water quality cycles and changes along the course of the Chquimulilla Channel; -learn about state of mangrove forest; monitor bird species living in the area and their distribution.

Local Community Involvement in the Management and Conservation of Luzira Wetland

The aim of this project is to empower the local community to actively participate and benefit from the conservation and sustainable management of the Wetland of Kitintale and Bugolobi area adjacent to Luzira Wetland.

Conservation of Riverine Resources through People’s Participation

Present project aims to conserve wetland ecosystems and fish fauna through holistic, ecosystem approach and to generate sustainable livelihood for fishermen and labourers.

Using Indigenous Knowledge for King’wal Wetland Conservation

The broad goal of this project is to promote community based conservation for King’wal swamp.