Forest development program at La Blanca communities, Ocós, San Marcos
Forest development program at La Blanca communities, Ocós, San Marcos

To provide access to training on forestry activities and the use of tree seedlings of native tree species for reforestation purposes, as mean for diminishing human pressure over the mangrove forests of the Manchón Guamuchal wetland (RAMSAR site).
This project will develop a series of workshops to strengthen organizations, provide specific training on forestry related activities such as forest species seed selection and tree nursery establishment, as well as tree planting techniques and forest protection to 6 community women's groups.
 
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Project Snapshot

Grantee:
Fundación Interamericana de Investigación Tropical
Country:
Guatemala
Area Of Work:
Biodiversity
Grant Amount:
US$ 11,945.00
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 13,372.21
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 6,233.67
Project Number:
PPS-04-2000
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed

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Project Characteristics and Results
Gender Focus
All formal participants are women, organized on local forestry committees.
Notable Community Participation
Outstanding. A total of 96 women are participating actively on project activities. Additionally, 450 school children have being trained on reforestation practices and will be participating on the next planting season.
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SGP Country office contact

Ms Gabriela Estrada
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Address

5a. Avenida 5-55 zona 14, Edificio Europlaza, Torre IV, Nivel 10
Guatemala, 01014