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Addressing human-wildlife conflict important to achieving SGD2: Zero Hunger

Human-wildlife conflict threaten human life, livelihoods and wildlife around the world with significant negative impact on food security. Kristina Rodina, a Forestry Officer dealing with Wildlife and Protected Area Management at FAO, explains the importance of addressing HWC in order to contribute to achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 2: zero hunger and how FAO is working to assist member countries in tackling this issue.

  

    

Collaborative Partnership on Sustainable Wildlife Management

This animation illustrates the identity and remit of the CPW, and conveys this constructive message: We can confront existing challenges affecting wildlife. It emphasizes the fact that appropriate and sustainable wildlife management can significantly contribute to work in addressing key global issues, such as achieving food security, improving livelihoods, combating unsustainable and illegal wildlife trade, and conserving biodiversity.

  

                        

Partnering on wildlife management is important to protect biodiversity and livelihoods

Millions of people around the world rely on wild meat for their food security and livelihoods, so it is critical that organizations that research, regulate or implement programmes to address wildlife issues work together to find a balance between conservation and the sustainable use of wildlife. The CPW brings together all leading organizations working in that sector, said David Cooper, Deputy Executive Secretary of the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity.

 

         

Striking a balance between wildlife protection and use

John E. Fa, Professor of Biodiversity and Human Development at Manchester Metropolitan University and Senior Research Associate at Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), explains the significance of forest wildlife for food and nutritional security, and challenges related to the depletion of forest wildlife. Fa provides recommendations on how to strike a balance between wildlife use and protection.

 

         

Conserving wetlands and migratory water birds in Senegal

Meet Astou, Assane, Bruno and Issa, inspiring individuals who are working to conserve wetlands and migratory waterbirds in Senegal. Every year millions of water birds migrate from Europe to winter in the wetlands of the Senegal Delta. The RESSOURCE Project is supporting their work in the wetlands of Djoudj National Park and the Trois Marigots. The project aims to promote wetland conservation, water bird monitoring, sustainable-levels of hunting and effective conservation policies in the Sahel. It is also supporting community-led management.

 

 

Indigenous people are key to protecting wildlife and rural livelihoods

Actively involving indigenous peoples and local communities in wildlife conservation is key to maintaining biodiversity and ensuring sustainable rural livelihoods. The urgent challenges that the world faces in maintaining biodiversity worldwide requires that indigenous peoples are empowered to act at the national level with assistance from the international community. Sheila Wertz, Team Leader of the Forest Resource Management Team, explains the significant role of indigenous peoples plays in biodiversity conservation.

 

 

Three solutions for enhancing food security and protecting wildlife

At a World Forestry Week event held during COFO 23, David Wilkie, Director of Conservation Measures at the Wildlife Conservation Society, delivers this Tree Talk on the role of wildlife in human societies and the risk of creating empty forests and jeopardizing the food security and cultural identity of indigenous forest people.

  

 

Wildlife in a changing climate

FAO Wildlife and Protected Area officer Edgar Kaeslin highlights the case of mountain gorillas in Rwanda (the original 'gorillas in the mist') who are under threat due to climate change. The film showcases one of thousands of species that are predicted to come under greater threat of extinction due to climate change according to FAO’s new report, Wildlife in a Changing Climate.

 

 

Deforestation threatens biodiverse Zambia

Zambia has one of the highest rates of deforestation in the world, posing a threat, not only to Zambia’s wildlife, but also to its people. According to a new survey carried out by the Zambian forestry department with the technical support of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization and funding from the government of Finland, current extraction rates for Zambia’s forests.

 

Madagascar's communities support wildlife conservation

The Makira Natural Park in Madagascar is teeming with an extremely rich diversity of flora and fauna. Remote communities in the region rely on fishing and hunting for food.  However, wildlife is under threat from deforestation, hunting and illegal trade in wildlife.  How can we ensure a brighter future for people and wildlife? In Madagascar, the SWM Programme is being coordinated by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) in collaboration with national government agencies. 

 

 

Wildlife conservation by Indigenous People in Guyana

Indigenous People in the Rupununi region of Guyana rely on traditional hunting and fishing for food.  Their traditional practices and wildlife are now under threat from uncontrolled fires, new roads and commercial hunting. How can we ensure a brighter future for people and wildlife?  In the Rupununi, the SWM Programme is being coordinated by the Guyana Wildlife Conservation and Management Commission in coordination with the Centre for International Forestry Research (CIFOR). 

  

 

Wetland and water bird conservation in Senegal

 Every year, millions of water birds migrate from Europe to Africa to winter in the Sahelian wetlands.  These wetlands, which are essential for local community livelihoods and water birds, are now under threat. How can we ensure a brighter future for people and water birds? The RESSOURCE Project has been established to support communities in conserving wetlands and water birds in five countries. The project aims to promote water bird monitoring, sustainable-levels of hunting and effective conservation policies in the Sahel.

  

   

Sustainable wildlife management in the Rupuninu, Guyana

This video showcase the dependence of indigenous community from Rupununi region in Guyana and wildlife. Fish and hunting are an integral part of the indigenous culture and diet in this region. Although, hunting is not unsustainable in this region for most of the species as it is carried out in a traditional way and consumed locally, uncontrolled fires, new roads and commercial fishing are threatening the wildlife and therefore this indigenous community livelihood.

 

 

Community rights and wildlife conservation

This engaging animation tells the story of Leo, Alex and Barbara. The story shows how the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme works hand-in-hand with Indigenous Peoples and local communities to improve food security and wildlife conservation. The animation explains in a clear and visual way how we engage and involve local communities through the Free, Prior and Informed Consent process. The animation is being used by SWM field teams in their work with remote rural communities to improve understanding and involvement in the SWM FPIC approach.

   

 

Working together with rural communities

Respectful, participatory and long-term engagement with Indigenous Peoples and local communities is an essential part of the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme approach. We are working closely with communities and  governments to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife. We are working closely with communities and governments to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife. The SWM Programme is an Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States initiative, co-funded by the European Union and the French Facility for Global Environment. 

  

Increasing the supply of sustainably produced meat and farmed fish

The SWM Programme is an Organization of African, Caribbean and Pacific States initiative, co-funded by the European Union and the French Facility for Global Environment. We are working in over a dozen countries to increase the sustainable supply of meat, eggs and farmed fish in culturally acceptable and affordable ways. The aim is to reduce the demand for wild meat to sustainable levels, and in so doing improve food security and the conservation of wildlife.

 

 

A brighter future for people and wildlife - Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme

Millions of people rely on wild meat for food, particularly indigenous peoples and rural communities. However, the demand is growing, especially in towns. Hundreds of wild animal species face extinction, in part due to overhunting for wild meat. How can we ensure a sustainable future for both people and wildlife? The Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme is working closely with communities and governments to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife. It is an Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States initiative, co-funded by the European Union and the French Facility for Global Environment. 

 

Amazing wildlife caught on camera-Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme

Images from camera traps can help scientists better understand and conserve wildlife. Our camera traps are spread across 3 continents and capture images of wild animal’s 24 hours a day.The Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme is working closely with communities and governments to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife. It is an Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States initiative, co-funded by the European Union and the French Facility for Global Environment. 

 

Jean Rabe - A Malagasy hunter and conservationist

Find out about Bejean (Jean Rabe), a traditional hunter and wildlife conservationist living in the remote village of Marovovonana in North-east Madagascar on the edge of the Makira Natural Park. Fish and wildlife are an integral part of the local culture and diet in this region. However, threats to the rich local biodiversity are increasing. The Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme is working closely with Nirina and many other stakeholders to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife. In Madagascar, the SWM Programme is being implemented by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). Madagascar is one of twelve African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries participating in the initiative. The SWM Programme is co-funded by the European Union and the French Facility for Global Environment. 

  

 

Nirina - A Malagasy small-scale businesswoman

Find out about Nirina, an inspiring small-scale businesswoman who is trying to improve her life, and those of her two daughters, in the remote village of Marovovonana in North-east Madagascar on the edge of the Makira Natural Park.  The Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme is working closely with Nirina and many other stakeholders to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife. In Madagascar, the SWM Programme is being implemented by the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). Madagascar is one of twelve African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries participating in the initiative. The SWM Programme is co-funded by the European Union and the French Facility for Global Environment. 

 

     

Vivian- A Guyanese fisherman and wildlife guide

This video takes you inside Vivian’s life in the Rupununi area, Guyana. He is a fishermen and a wildlife guide at the community-run Rewa Eco-Lodge. Fish and wildlife are an integral part of the indigenous culture and diet in this region of Guyana, which borders Brazil and Venezuela. However, threats to the Rupununi’s rich biodiversity are increasing as the area becomes more accessible and new economic activities take off, risking their livelihood.

 

    

Asaph- A Guyanese hunter and wildlife conservationist

This video takes you inside Asaph’s life in the Rupununi area, Guyana. He is a traditional hunter and wildlife conservationist. Traditional hunting and fishing provide essential food and nutrients for indigenous communities of this region of Guyana, which borders Brazil and Venezuela, considered an integral part of their culture and diet. Nevertheless, improved access roads, commercial hunting and uncontrolled fires are threatening this region’s wildlife, putting in risk community’s livelihood.

 

 

Assane - An inspiring Senegalese conservationist

Discover how Assane actively contributes to migratory waterbirds conservation in Senegal. Wetlands in Senegal are a critical habitat for million’s of migratory water birds. Assane’s work with the Senegal National Parks helps protect these fragile habitats. The RESSOURCE project is training National Park staff and supporting communities to manage wetlands.

 

     

Astou - A young Senegalese conservationist and bird enthusiast

Astou is a young passionate conservationist from Senegal. Every year millions of water birds migrate from Europe to winter in the wetlands of the Senegal Delta. Astou actively contributed to the annual International Waterbird Census in the Djoudj National Park. She encourages other young African women to discover the beauty and importance of nature. The RESSOURCE Project is supporting Astou’s work.

 

 

FAO contributes to World Migratory Bird Day

World Migratory Bird Day takes place twice a year on the second Saturday in May and October to highlight the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. In this video interview, Bruno Portier, Forestry Officer, RESSOURCE Project Advisor, FAO, explains how, FAO is actively contributing to the Day through the RESSOURCE project.

  

 

Sustainable wildlife management near Makira Natural Park, Madagascar

Madagascar is a truly unique biodiversity hotspot. More than 80% of the flora and fauna can only be found on the island. However, this unique mosaic of life is under threat from deforestation, hunting and illegal trade in wildlife. Find out about the Sustainable Wildlife Management (SWM) Programme, which is working to improve food security and the conservation and sustainable use of wildlife in and around the Makira Natural Park, which is Madagascar’s largest protected.

 

last updated:  Thursday, January 14, 2021