Involvement of Local Communities into the Preservation of Ecosystems of Debesnos and Ilga Wetlands
Involvement of Local Communities into the Preservation of Ecosystems of Debesnos and Ilga Wetlands
The project encompassed two wetlands in protected areas of two neighboring regional parks. The aims of the project were: 1) to involve communities of both regional parks into conservation of marshy ecosystems through work and cognitive activities, 2) to provide stability of biodiversity in Debesnos and Ilga wetlands, 3) to educate community on endangered species in the protected areas and biodiversity preservation. Various activities were executed by NGO to achieve these goals. Investigations of Debesnos and Ilga wetlands ecosystems were carried out in partnership with University of Siauliai, and programs and wetland area management plans are prepared. Local people actively participated in activities for the wetland cleaning-up: for some of them temporary work places were created, while others were attracted by the possibility to use cut bushes for their needs (e.g. as a fuel). Through the publishing of brochures and booklets (two samples are added), seminars, community meetings and discussions awareness level of local communities about protected areas is raised. NGO was actively consulting with local people on it protected area management activities. Cognitive paths, information stands and survey sites for promotion of eco-tourism were installed in areas of both regional parks. This will serve not only as an educative tool, but will preserve biodiversity from disperse human pressure also.
 
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Project Snapshot

Grantee:
Association of Lithuanian Regional Parks
Country:
Lithuania
Area Of Work:
Biodiversity
Grant Amount:
US$ 21,869.45
Co-Financing Cash:
US$ 15,564.91
Co-Financing in-Kind:
US$ 15,893.21
Project Number:
LIT/01/01
Status:
Satisfactorily Completed
Project Characteristics and Results
Notable Community Participation
Community actively participated in educational events and voluntary participated in wetland management works.
Capacity - Building Component
From the SGP grant the NGO bought IT equipment that will be used for its future activities.
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