Guyana Protected Areas System - phase III

After the GFA supported implementation of GPAS phase I and II since 2005, the third project phase contributes mainly to biodiversity conservation within prioritized ecosystems of Guyana.

Main results of the project encompass:

• Development of ecotourism and protection infrastructure for Kaieteur National Park as well as Shell Beach and Kanuku Mountains Protected Areas;
• provision of equipment for local offices of the Protected Area Commissions;
• consolidation of small grants projects in villages in and around protected areas, including livelihood measurements leading to sustainable natural resource use and improved living conditions of the local population;
• capacity development for protected area agency staff and practitioners of related institutes, focus on enhancing professional development and networking;
• capacity development enabling local people living in and around protected areas to develop and use additional competences.

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