Conservation, Cultivation, and Sustainable Utilization of Medicinal Plants: Integrating Amchis’ Traditional Environmental Knowledge and Practices with Community-Based Biodiversity Conservation, Sustainable Livelihoods, and Culturally Appropriate Health Care in Mustang District (NEP/OP3/2/07/10)
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Country:
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NEPAL
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Grantee:
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Himalayan Amchi Association - HAA (Non-government Organization)
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Focal Area:
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Biodiversity
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Op. Program:
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OP1 - Arid and Semi-Arid Ecosystems
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Project Type:
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Full
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Operational Phase:
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OP3 - Y2 (Mar 06 - Feb 07)
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Dates:
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5/2007 - 11/2010
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Grant Amount:
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49 691,00 USD
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Project Status:
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Currently under execution
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Project Details & Results
Himalayan herbal doctor "Amchi" have been contributing significantly to the health care system of remote mountain communities in the Himalaya region. In many parts of Nepal. amchi are the sole providers of health care. However, despite the great benefit that comes from amchi, medicine, this system is under threat in Nepal. The younger generation is having a difficult time sustaining this practice amidst changing social, economical and cultural circumtances. The project aims for conservatin, cultivation and sustainable utilization of medicinal plants, support amchi clinical and educational institutions and promote networking and collaboration for marketing and income generation.
Project Photo Gallery
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Amchi with patient
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Community preparing nursery bed at high himalaya
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