CEBioS, Institute of Natural Sciences
Contact person: Anne-Julie Rochette
1. Science-policy interface development and stakeholder involvement in biodiversity conservation and sustainable use.
Exploring stakeholder involvement in biodiversity conservation, emphasizing local community perceptions, governance, and the science-policy-development interface. Organizing workshops, applying social methods, and capacity building to enhance stakeholder engagement in biodiversity management and outreach.
Applicable SDG(s):
SDG 15: Life on land
SDG 14: Life below water
SDG 1: No poverty
Countries and regions to which this topic applies: Any partner country of the Belgian development cooperation, with focus on DRC, Burundi and Benin.
2. Mangrove conservation, sustainable resource use, and local stakeholder perceptions of management and ecosystem services.
Focusing on mangrove conservation, sustainable natural resources use, the impacts of human activities, and ecosystem services. Understanding local stakeholders' perceptions of management plans and their role in supporting mangrove conservation. Producing relevant information for training of local managers on e.g. biomonitoring for sustainable use, exploring income-generating activities related to invasive species, or addressing human-wildlife conflicts.
Applicable SDG(s):
SDG 15: Life on land
SDG 14: Life below water
SDG 1: No poverty
Countries and regions to which this topic applies: Any partner country of the Belgian development cooperation, with focus on DRC, Tanzania and Benin.
3. Assessment of ecosystem services in Man and Biosphere Reserves.
Stakeholders-based methods to assess priority ecosystem services in Man and Biosphere Reserves or similar protected areas. Also to identify key pressures and possible management options, through perceptions-based approaches and stakeholder involvement.
Applicable SDG(s):
SDG 15: Life on land
SDG 14: Life below water
SDG 1: No poverty
Countries and regions to which this topic applies: Any partner country of the Belgian development cooperation, with focus on DRC, Burundi and Benin.
4. Biodiversity monitoring, sustainable resource use, and strengthening community engagement in conservation efforts in Benin
Inventorying, mapping, and monitoring biodiversity in target areas, assessing human impacts, and analyzing stakeholder perceptions. In order to promote the sustainable use of natural resources for improving local livelihoods, sensitizing decision-makers, managers, and local communities, and supporting community engagement in conservation. Producing key information for preserving critical habitats and endangered species, while strengthening biodiversity governance.
Applicable SDG(s):
SDG 15: Life on land
SDG 14: Life below water
SDG 1: No poverty
Country to which this topic applies: Benin.