Creating a network of resilient MPAs in globally significant areas of the Western Indian Ocean

Donors/Funders: 
Blue Action Fund; other match funding
Implementers: 
Wildlife Conservation Society (lead); Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association
Countries: 
Objectives: 
The project addresses the issue of deteriorating marine environments by expanding & improving a network of climate resilient, sustainable & effectively managed MPAs and improving their management. The project will also enhance the community management of sustainable small-scale fisheries & work towards reducing post-harvest losses & improving marine related supply chains. Work areas: i) MPA governance; ii) species conservation/sustainable fisheries; iii) habitat conservation & restoration; iv) sustainable livelihoods.
Timeframe: 
2019 to 2023
Budget: 
3826686.00
Currency: 
EUR
Thematic Focus: 
Agriculture, Community Livelihood Dev, NR Protect & Mgt, Other
Other Thematic Focuses: 
Governance