Bio-diversity

This project intends to undertake community-based activities to develop and support the protection and conservation of Tantanang Bay, primarily focusing on the expansion and strengthening of the Bantay Dagat; conservation and rehabilitation of mangroves, upland areas and sanctuary; community organizing, and development of Comprehensive Environmental Plan for Alicia.It is expected that the project will also result to: increase the awareness and understanding of the PO role in governance; improve the skills in the performance of their functions; increase awareness among the people on the developments in the local development councils and FARMCs, and increase the level of participation and coordination with the Sangguniang Barangay.Tantanang Bay is shared by 16 barangays of the Alicia municipality. Covering an estimated 4,500 hectares, 75% of the local population depends on the Bay for livelihood fish, shells and seaweeds.

Philippines