Improved Monitoring, Reporting, and Socialization of Mangroves and Reserves

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Improved Monitoring, Reporting, and Socialization of Mangroves and Reserves

May 23, 2023

Establish the enabling environment for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan through strengthened governance, improved management and enhanced monitoring of Belize’s coastal and marine resources

Funds from Belize Fund ($BZD)
$,759,639.00

Grantee

Blue Bond & Finance Permanence Unit (BBFP)

Location

Belize Barrier Reef System

Thematic Area

Time-frame

April 2023 – November 2025

Project Goal:

To ensure the successful and timely delivery of the timebound Milestones and conservation commitment for the Government of Belize with a focus on establishing the enabling environment for the development of a Marine Spatial Plan through strengthened governance, improved management, and enhanced enforcement of Belize’s coastal and marine resources.

Project Objectives:

To improve the monitoring and reporting of mangrove cover and ongoing restoration activities while supporting the compliance of newly designated mangrove reserves and regulations.

Expected Outputs:

  1. Expansion of the National Forest Monitoring Database
  2. Effective Management of Mangrove Reserves within the BBRS