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A moving target : Genetic resources and options for tracking and monitoring their international flows
… or public institu- tion, an ex-situ conservation centre, indigenous or local communities or an individual), contracts … often refers not only to the germplasm, but also to the indigenous knowledge associated with the use of those genetic … the strategies to protect the knowledge of indigenous peoples, and the conditions to facilitate access to …
Security considerations in the planning and management of transboundary conservation areas
… supporting such efforts. Both conservation and peace among peoples can be promoted through investing in putting these … and provide multiple benefits to local communities and indigenous peoples. The existence of TBPAs and their buffer … development, particularly for local communities, indigenous peoples and women; (b) promote the conservation …
Wetlands, water and the law. Using law to advance wetland conservation and wise use
… direct and immediate benefits for local communities and indigenous peoples living in or close to wetlands, particularly in the … there have been many deliberate introductions of non-indigenous species to provide new or additional food …
Albania and marine protected areas: Legal and insituttional framework assessment for conservation of coastal and marine biodiversity and establishment of MPAs
… both non-profit and for-profit); • Management by the indigenous peoples and local communities. In accordance with this … protected areas)? • Recognition of local communities and indigenous peoples. Are there any (special policy provisions …
Guidelines for species conservation planning - version 1.0
… advisers or academics, local community members and indigenous communities, possessing between them a huge array … is intended, which can include: ° an introduction beyond indigenous range; ° a reintroduction into previously occupied … to use judgement on what may be inferred as having been indigenous range (IUCN-SSC, 2013) in the past. 2.2 Present …
Manual of Compliance with and Enforcement of Multilateral Environmental Agreements
… affected businesses and business associations, and indigenous persons. q If a decision is made to participate in … I countries with regard the funding of the development of indigenous know-how. Technical assistance programs were quite … living modified organisms, and valuation of indigenous peoples’ lifestyle. Other Resources There are many other …
Protection of the deep ocean ecosystem and biodiversity from the threats of sea bed mining
… work of the ISA in accordance with UNCLOS; ACKNOWLEDGING indigenous peoples’ and local communities’ collective governance of … tourism and other values, often adversely impacting indigenous and local communities, host economies, the future …
The importance of adaptation and disaster risk reduction in coastal areas
… as a result of climate change; CONCERNED that many indigenous, local and poor communities live in low elevation … that management efforts are more effective when vulnerable indigenous peoples and local communities are respected partners and …
Biodiversity Risks and Opportunities in the Apparel Sector
… and all have had a dramatic and detrimental impact on indigenous wildlife and wider ecosystems. 10 amount of data … High magnitude of impact: Irreversible impact on indigenous wildlife and the wider ecosystem if the following … people in the developing world, in particular indigenous peoples and local communities, but also in developed regions. …