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Explanatory guide to the International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture
… UNESCO – United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization UPOV – International Union for the … accepted, that plant genetic re- sources were “a heritage of mankind and conse- quently should be available … resources will limit the evolutionary adjustment of agri- cultural systems to changing environmental and economic …
Introduction to the CMS Family - extract from InforMEA e-learning course
… species of wild animals are part of the world’s natural heritage. They form a significant portion of its biodiversity … food for other animals and humans. Many have spiritual and cultural significance and are key elements of ecotourism. …
Introduction to Human Rights and the Environment - extract from InforMEA e-learning course
… participation, association and expression, as well as cultural rights. Although there is growing international … the right to life. The Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR), the body of experts appointed to … and its biodiversity, the environment and the national heritage are the responsibility of everyone.” A program …
A critique of transboundary natural resource management in Southern Africa
… that wildlife on private farm land is under the agri- cultural administrative domain. Since communities do not own … but lasting and durable solutions to the region’s common heritage. SADC member states need to be able to articulate …
Depend on nature: Ecosystem services supporting human livelihoods
… • disease regulation • flood regulation • detoxification Cultural Non-material benefits obtained from ecosystems • … all three components and merits consideration from social, cultural, and geopolitical perspectives as well. At the … formed with the secretariats of CBD, CITES, CMS, World Heritage and Ramsar. However, successful implementation of …
Conservation and Sustainable Use under the International Treaty
… for food and agriculture and often play an important cultural role in local societies. They can provide a safety … features – area containing specific natural or natural/cultural feature(s) of outstanding or unique value because of … will be the most affected in East Africa and has a rich heritage of local varieties of some crops, in particular …
Global Re-introduction Perspectives: 2011 - More case studies from around the globe
… was established in 1996 to preserve Abu Dhabi’s natural heritage, protect our future, and raise awareness about … was established in 1996 to preserve Abu Dhabi’s natural heritage, protect our future, and raise awareness about … the forefront of the public’s awareness and there are few cultural or political issues. There is concern for …
Lessons learnt in the establishment and management of protected areas by indigenous and local communities in South Asia. TILCEPA report
… and others in India); 2. Areas conserved for their cultural/religious significance, such as, sacred groves, … village in North Kerala in India. 6. Religious and/or cultural concerns and traditional systems. E.g. Sacred … This Act provides for the declaration of Biodiversity Heritage Sites. Though community empowerment and …
Champions of Water Governance - Leadership building for local to transboundary water cooperation
… and adapting a leadership programme to a specific cultural, political and geo-political context is crucial for … and basins of the BRIDGE project, largely due to differing cultural, political and water resources contexts. Four … Ambassadors for the Protection of Lake Chad Resources and Heritage.’ Learn- ing from BRIDGE’s experience in other …