The WIO region lacks coherent systems of governance to support more diverse management of marine and coastal resources. As a result, local-level benefits from conservation are less effectively maximised, as resource users rarely play an equitable role in decision-making on the management of the resources.
This project, implemented in Mozambique, Seychelles, Kenya and Tanzania, builds on existing experiences and knowledge to enhance socio-ecological resilience and biodiversity conservation by strengthening governance and management of marine and coastal resources.
The project will engage at multiple levels in order to:
- Deliver tangible benefits through direct action at the local level
- Strengthen the enabling institutional environment through policy influencing, advocacy, awareness and capacity building at national levels
- Promote regional collaboration and cross-sharing of knowledge to enhance uptake across multiple countries in the WIO region.
Countries: Kenya, Mozambique, Seychelles and Tanzania
Donor: BMU IKI
