Bio-diversity

Three main objectives for this projects are: (1) to educate local people about environmental conservation and revitalization of cultural activities; (2) to assure conservation and sustainbale use of Mato highland forests and mountain ecosystems; and (3) to provide income generating alternatives and jobs to rural villagers and / or school drop-outs. Natural resources in Mato Highland have been declining due to high population growth, logging at un sustainable rate, and mass cocoa farming. The decrease of natural resources is leading to lack of food, housing, and income resources. Furthermore, it is causing conflicts and separation among villages, particularly around use of common property and recourse. This project s goal is to empower Mato tribal community members to actively participate in sustainable natural resources management in their communities to reduce poverty and improve livelihood. Expected Outputs; Empowered communities capacity for NR management in sustainable manners Developed new community plans, policies, regulation toward conservation of Moto Highland s env. Newly developed businesses opportunities and income generating opportunities Improved PLOA s capacity

Solomon islands