We protect the mangrove ecosystem on the Rio Sinú in Colombia by creating alternative income opportunities for the local population. Through the Reforestation and the introduction of new strategies for utilizing the ecosystem will improve the living conditions of the fishing communities in the long term.
The population along the Sinú River in northern Colombia is highly dependent on the ecosystem services provided by the mangroves. Fishing and the use of mangrove forests for domestic and commercial purposes form the region’s main economic foundation and provide a livelihood for many families. However, the overuse of natural resources and the growing impacts of climate change are putting pressure on both food security and the livelihoods of the local population. At the same time, limited water resources make it difficult for households to access clean water and for agricultural production.
Through this project, we are helping to protect the critically endangered mangrove ecosystem while also improving the living conditions and future prospects of local communities.
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Project area
Goals
The mangrove communities develop participatory and economically sustainable approaches to diversify the local economy and implement them.
The protection and preservation of the Mangroven ecosystem of the lower Sinú-River is ensured through restoration measures.
Associations and municipal infrastructure for the development of activities are improved
The local project partner’s knowledge of mangrove conservation are improved.
Impacts
24.5 ha
of the mangrove forest in areas used for forestry reforested
310
Families benefit directly from mangrove conservation and gain sustainable income opportunities through eight microenterprises.
18
Fish ponds promote sustainable fish farming, food security, and local income
8
Wells improve access to water and irrigation for agriculture
Impressions
Contribution to the sustainability goals
Contact persons
Katharina Gehrig
Project Manager Development Cooperation
Tel: +49 7732 9995 84
gehrig@globalnature.org
Sponsor
Project partners
