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Creating a World Where Forests Belong The Story of the Integrated Forest Management and Development Programme

Creating a World Where Forests Belong The Story of the Integrated Forest Management and Development Programme. Why the Programme?. Depleting Forest Resources- estimated loss of 3% per annum Limited Awareness of the importance of forest to National Development

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Creating a World Where Forests Belong The Story of the Integrated Forest Management and Development Programme

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  1. Creating a World Where Forests BelongThe Story of the Integrated Forest Management and Development Programme

  2. Why the Programme? • Depleting Forest Resources- estimated loss of 3% per annum • Limited Awareness of the importance of forest to National Development • Need for people involvement in the management of the Natural Resources. • Changes in global economic environment a threat to rural livelihoods • Need for the maintenance of an appropriate forest cover for soil and water conservation.

  3. The Development Process • Early discussions with CANARI and Regional Forestry Officer of FAO • First Design Workshop held in April 2001 • Establishment of the steering committee • Min. Agriculture, Forestry, SVBGA, Vinlec, CWSA, EU, UFP, Dept Tourism

  4. The Development Process Cont’d • Four background research studies • Anthropology of Marijuana Cultivation • Assessment of Livelihood Issues relatives to Forest and Forest Resources • Study of the Economic context and the Identification of Economic Options • Scooping Environmental Issues

  5. The Programme(Proposed Funding) None of these sources have materialized however after a Cabinet decision in 2003 two Utility Companies (Electricity and Water) make annual financial contributions to the Programme Management Unit

  6. Alternative Livelihood Projects • Greater community participation in Forest management • Reduced deforestation in critical watersheds • Reduced unemployment and poverty reduction • Appreciated contribution of forestry to socio-economic development • Secure Livelihood opportunities available for young people

  7. The Results (Proposed) • Appropriate Policy and Legislative Frame work • Awareness amongst all levels of society of the importance of protecting the forest resources • Alternative Livelihood programme for rural people.

  8. Where are we • Presentation to Cabinet • Cabinet decision to establish PMU (2003) funded by CWSA & Vinlec • Identification of Critical Watersheds • None of the proposed funding realized • Government Capital funding (up to 2006) • Sourcing of funding through CANARI; UNDP/GEF Small Grants • Environmental Watershed Project to Facilitate Forest Based Livelihood Opportunities

  9. Lessons Learnt • Need to put a real price on Marijuana Cultivation (Cost/Benefits) • What should be done and by whom? • Identify & examine limitations and opportunities • Identify and link supporting programmes and synergies • Better understanding and recognition of the values and roles of Forest Resources • Must have policies that deal with land use issues and sustainable development

  10. Thank you

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