https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us RSS feeds for Los 5 Grandes Bosques 60 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22879/CIATs-market-profiles-of-sustainable-alternatives-in-the-Great-Forests#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22879 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22879&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22879/CIATs-market-profiles-of-sustainable-alternatives-in-the-Great-Forests Forest conservation depends on multiple factors, including adequate living conditions and sustainable economic development opportunities for the communities living in and around the forests. For this reason, under the framework of the European Union DeSIRA project, the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) analyzed various productive alternatives in selected sites in the Great Forests of Mesoamerica.  (CLICK ON THE IMAGE TO DOWNLOAD THE PUBLICATION) The analysis of each alternative included the exploration of multiple dimensions, such as its compatibility with the environment, community preferences, market opportunities, and its main strengths and threats, among others. For those products with the greatest potential, a more thorough exploration of the characteristics of their local markets and chains was carried out. These findings will enable decision-makers to take advantage of opportunities, strengthen current conditions and better prepare for potential challenges they may face. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 05:35:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22879 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23622/The-Jaguar-King-of-the-Forest-in-La-Moskitia-Honduras#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=23622 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23622&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23622/The-Jaguar-King-of-the-Forest-in-La-Moskitia-Honduras El Limi Tara (gran jaguar en idioma miskito) ve su territorio cada vez más reducido, al igual que las poblaciones de sus presas naturales. La avaricia humana está dejando sin espacio a la naturaleza, y es nuestro deber conservar estas riquezas naturales para las futuras generaciones. Tue, 24 Sep 2024 18:47:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23622 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23448/Meet-the-Winku-Tara-The-ghost-that-inhabits-Moskitia-Honduras#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=23448 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23448&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23448/Meet-the-Winku-Tara-The-ghost-that-inhabits-Moskitia-Honduras This specimen was recently recorded by the binational team from WCS Guatemala and Honduras in the flooded forests surrounding Brus Lagoon, in the Cultural Zone of the Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve. The giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla), also called Winku Tara in the Miskito language, is a mammal native to Central and South America, mainly living in tropical forests, savannas, and swampy areas. Mon, 09 Sep 2024 13:25:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23448 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23413/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-starts-activities-in-Moskitia-Honduras#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=23413 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23413&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23413/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-starts-activities-in-Moskitia-Honduras The British Embassy in partnership with the Honduran Institute for Forest Conservation (ICF), Indigenous Territorial Councils, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), Bosques del Mundo and Fundación para la Investigación y Conservación de los Ecosistemas y la Biodiversidad (INCEBIO) celebrated the recent start of activities of the project «Resilient and Biodiverse Landscapes of Northern Mesoamerica» in Moskitia which is funded through the Biodiverse Landscapes Fund. Wed, 28 Aug 2024 12:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23413 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23409/Indigenous-communities-in-Moskitia-give-their-consent-to-advance-the-declaration-of-Warunta-as-an-Indigenous-protected-area#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=23409 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23409&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23409/Indigenous-communities-in-Moskitia-give-their-consent-to-advance-the-declaration-of-Warunta-as-an-Indigenous-protected-area WCS, in alliance with the Institute of Forest Conservation, Protected Areas and Wildlife (ICF), with the support and supervision of MASTA (Moskitia Asla Takanka - "Unity of La Moskitia"), and at the request of the Indigenous communities, has carried out the process of Prior, Free and Informed Consent, a fundamental step to advance the declaration of Warunta as an Indigenous protected area. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 16:45:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23409 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23368/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-Launches-in-El-Salvador#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=23368 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23368&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23368/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-Launches-in-El-Salvador The British Embassy in El Salvador in partnership with the Government of El Salvador celebrated the in-country launch of the project «Resilient and Biodiverse Landscapes of Northern Mesoamerica», funded through the Biodiverse Landscapes Fund (BLF).   The event was held on August 12th at the Metapan Lagoon followed by a site visit of the area where seven communities are already coordinating activities within the framework of the project for the elaboration of a Climate-Smart Community Development Plan and to build capacity for regenerative agriculture. During the event, British Ambassador David Lelliott delivered equipment to prevent and tackle fires, in line with the support that El Salvador will receive to reinforce forest protection. His Excellency Dr. Felix Ulloa, Vice President of the Republic of El Salvador, delivered the event´s closing remarks. The National Executive Director of El Trifinio, Jorge Urbina, and the General Director of El Salvador Agency for International Cooperation (ESCO), Karla de Palma, were also present. The Biodiverse Landscapes Fund is financed with UK International Development funds from the UK Government. BLF supports poverty reduction, biodiversity protection and conservation, climate change mitigation and adaptation outcomes across six biologically diverse landscapes worldwide. One of which is the Mesoamerica Landscape, that covers areas in Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras. In Mesoamerica, the BLF will invest up to approximately $19 million dollars over the next six years.  In the Trifinio Region of El Salvador, the project´s investment will be close to  $2 million dollars and the activities are being implemented through the organisations the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) and the Tropical Agricultural Research and Higher Education Center (CATIE). The project is based on four components:  Prosperous and resilient communities: activities to develop sustainable income streams and implement climate-adapted rural development with proper social safeguards.  Protected areas and species protection: ensuring well-governed conservation areas and targeted protection activities for endangered species. Enabling policy and financing mechanisms: building consensus, multisector collaboration, and policy reforms to incentivize forest protection.  Learning and adaptive management: implementing a monitoring and evaluation framework as a core component to evaluate impact and guide decision-making. Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:29:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23368 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23004/World-Ranger-Day-in-Mesoamerica-Guardians-on-the-Frontline-of-Conservation#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=23004 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=23004&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/23004/World-Ranger-Day-in-Mesoamerica-Guardians-on-the-Frontline-of-Conservation Park ranger, forest ranger, ranger…these are some of the names given to those who watch over protected natural areas. Both in terrestrial and aquatic, as well as marine ecosystems, rangers often face complex situations and extreme weather conditions; cold, heat, rains, hurricanes, and floods, to name just a few.  They play a crucial role in preventing the expansion of illegal cattle ranching, land encroachments, wildlife trafficking, fires, logging, poaching, among other threats. Wed, 31 Jul 2024 03:40:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:23004 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22968/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-Launches-in-Belize#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22968 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22968&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22968/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-Launches-in-Belize On 18th July, the UK Government in collaboration with the Ministry of Sustainable Development and Climate Change, through the Belize Forest Department and partner organisations, celebrated the in-country launch of the project “Resilient and Biodiverse Landscapes of Northern Mesoamerica” funded through the Biodiverse Landscape Fund.  Thu, 18 Jul 2024 15:18:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22968 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22890/New-National-Women-in-Fisheries-Association-of-Belize-Formed#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22890 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22890&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22890/New-National-Women-in-Fisheries-Association-of-Belize-Formed Close to seventy women gathered from various coastal communities in Belize at Hopkins Village for the 7th Women in Fisheries Forum (WIFF), which was held under the theme, "Leave No One Behind in Building an Enabling Environment for Our Small-Scale Artisanal Fisheries." The annual forum is designed to bring recognition to the varied roles women play in Belize’s small-scale fisheries sector and to provide a space for women to voice the challenges they face and opportunities they would like to pursue. Fri, 21 Jun 2024 16:50:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22890 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22767/Placing-women-front-and-center-is-key-to-achieving-global-marine-conservation-and-sustainable-development-agendas#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22767 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22767&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22767/Placing-women-front-and-center-is-key-to-achieving-global-marine-conservation-and-sustainable-development-agendas Ahead of the United Nations Ocean Conference pre-meeting in Costa Rica, women leaders from 11  from Latin America and Caribbean countries released a call to action with major recommendations for better mainstreaming women’s priorities for coastal marine conservation and sustainable development into national policy dialogue.  Among other requests, the Women Ocean Guardians called for concrete actions by governments to eliminate gender-based violence, recognize the benefits and burdens of caregiving, enhance fairness of labor practices, guarantee health care, and foster leadership opportunities for women. Sat, 08 Jun 2024 15:30:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22767 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22385/World-Tapir-Day-The-forest-gardener#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22385 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22385&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22385/World-Tapir-Day-The-forest-gardener There are four species of tapir in the world and Central America is home to the Tapirus bairdii species, also known as danta o danto, considered a symbol of the jungle and fertility, present in myths and legends of various indigenous communities.  Fri, 26 Apr 2024 16:52:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22385 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22304/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-starts-activities-in-Trifinio#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22304 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22304&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22304/Biodiverse-Landscapes-Fund-starts-activities-in-Trifinio The UK Biodiverse Landscapes Fund is a global initiative covering six valuable biodiversity hotspots around the world. In Mesoamerica it will invest up to approximately US$19 million over the next six years. In Guatemala and Honduras, the fund will cover the areas of the Mayan Jungle, Trifinio and Mosquitia. Tue, 09 Apr 2024 15:27:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22304 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22296/Global-overview-and-forecast-for-Mesoamerica-and-its-Great-Forests-as-they-brace-for-the-impacts-of-El-Nino#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22296 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22296&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22296/Global-overview-and-forecast-for-Mesoamerica-and-its-Great-Forests-as-they-brace-for-the-impacts-of-El-Nino If we consider historical patterns during El Niño years, particularly the effects observed in Mesoamerica during dry and fire seasons, we could anticipate consequences for this year similar to those experienced in previous critical moments. For example, in 1998, El Niño contributed to one of the most severe fire seasons, devastating large areas of the Maya Forest, affecting biodiversity and exposing communities to critical levels of smoke pollution. Fri, 22 Mar 2024 13:14:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22296 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22880/Progress-results-and-reflections-about-the-Darien#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22880 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22880&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22880/Progress-results-and-reflections-about-the-Darien by WCS Mesoamerica and Western Caribbean The Darien Forest is a bastion of conservation and biodiversity worldwide and is also considered the best preserved American ecological corridor between countries and with excellent rates of species representative of South America and North America, product of geographical bridge of union of the continent. Its reason is the non-existence of roads and the presence and care of the forest by the indigenous communities through their Comarcas assigned by Panamanian law. Undoubtedly, indigenous knowledge and their commitment to nature are what make the difference. This note presents a series of reflections on the participation of the Comarcas, partners of the Mesoamerican Alliance of Peoples and Forests (AMPB), in the Small Grants initiative of the European Union project, within the framework of DeSIRA. Both Comarcas prioritize the protection of their forests and mainly the control of the advance of the cattle-agricultural frontier normally linked to the "Colonos and/or Latinos" (local colloquial name for non-indigenous mestizo outsiders). At the end of January and beginning of February 2024, a series of meetings and local analysis workshops were held on the threats to the territories and how to efficiently invest the European Union funds allocated to WCS via grants. For its part, the Emberá General Congress, titled its project, "Strengthening the territorial protection processes of the Comarca" and the Gunayala General Congress / Research and Development Institute of Kuna Yala (IIDKY) named it, "Strengthening and Protection of the bordering areas of the Gunayala Comarca, Panama." REFLECTIONS: a. The Darien Forest has suffered the least deforestation in the last 20 years, among the forests within the 5 Great Forests of Mesoamerica Initiative. (WCS, The Human Footprint, 2020). b. The organization and governance of the Comarcas has an impact on the co-responsibility of work, conservation and development of their territories. Community work towards forest protection is valuable, is valued and is being transmitted to the following generations. c. In both Comarcas, the advance of the frontier occurs on the southern border, coming from areas with road access and cattle ranches in the process of expansion. d. It is necessary to strengthen the Comarcas in the areas of state-of-the-art protection technology such as SMART (Spatial Monitoring and Reporting Tool), drones, mapping technology, access and equipment in geographic information systems, for better immediate control of their threats. e. Regardless of the state-of-the-art technology, patrols, delimitation, demarcation, control booths, and gaps are necessary and permanent actions for conservation effectiveness. f.  It is necessary to strengthen its administrative and financial management processes, mainly in the Emberá Comarca. The AMPB is planning, together with the work axes, a strengthening and training in fund management, project monitoring and basic operational regulations. It is essential that the Emberá update the Foundation created some years ago, which is currently inactive. g. It is important to update the tourism control measures in the Gunayala Comarca so as not to exceed the established carrying capacity, avoiding the destruction of the forests and their relationship with the ocean. Thu, 14 Mar 2024 05:39:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22880 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22878/The-5-Great-Forests-of-Mesoamerica--Newsletter-6-European-Union-Project--DeSIRA#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22878 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22878&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22878/The-5-Great-Forests-of-Mesoamerica--Newsletter-6-European-Union-Project--DeSIRA March 2024 Download the newsletter This newsletter includes independent notes about investment and results in the 5 Great Forests of Mesoamerica (5GB). It highlights the participation in the COP 28 within the SICA Pavilion with Team Europe, new implementers of the European Union in the Program. At the same COP, Debora Sanchez, Director of CLARIFI, shares her reflections on the human right to a healthy and prosperous environment.  From the Maya Forest, César Paz, from WCS Guatemala, informs us about the pilot tests of forest restoration in degraded areas recovered from illegal cattle ranching. Bianca Padilla of the WCS Honduras-Nicaragua binational program presents her reflections and analysis on the importance of indigenous territories in the Honduran Moskitia. In the Advances section, on this occasion a brief review of the work in the Indigenous Regions of Panama, within the Darien forest. Finally, we share the publications of the studies already completed by the Bioversity - CIAT Alliance on market and added value of agricultural products or forest by-products prioritized by the partner communities of the 5GB. If you are interested in publishing in this newsletter, do not hesitate to share your information to this email. The Great Forests of Mesoamerica at COP 28 by WCS Mesoamerica and Western Caribbean The panel of the Great Forests of Mesoamerica Program was presented at the El Salvador-SICA Pavilion during COP 28 in December 2023 with the European Team that implements it and the accompaniment of regional partners. THE MOSKITIA (HONDURAS)   The Human Right to a Healthy Environment: Reflections from COP 28 by Deborah Sanchez - Rights and Resources Initiative At this year's COP 28, my brothers and sisters have shared key insights that are fundamental to securing the UN's human rights agenda as well as planetary health. If the COP 28 negotiators are truly dedicated to securing our right to a healthy environment and planet, we need them to not only listen, but really pay attention and respond to what we are doing as communities on the front lines of the climate crisis.   Patrols and territorial defense in the Moskitia by Bianca Padilla - WCS Honduras-Nicaragua As part of the field activities carried out in the Río Plátano Biosphere Zone, Tawahka Biosphere, Warunta's proposed protected area, 52 indigenous and/or community rangers have been trained, as well as seven technicians from the Conservation Institute (ICF) and the Forestry Development, Protected Areas and Wildlife area. These trainings, carried out from October 2020 to December 2023, enabled them to carry out patrols collecting data from their observations through the use of the SMART tool. MAYA FOREST (GUATEMALA) Forest Landscape Restoration in Degraded Areas by César Paz - WCS Guatemala In the heart of the Maya Biosphere Reserve (MBR), within the Multiple Use Zone (MUZ), we face significant challenges caused by various factors, with illegal cattle ranching being the greatest environmental threat. This problem has led to massive deforestation and soil and forest degradation. Since 2009, the authorities of the State of Guatemala have joined together to initiate a valuable process of recovery of usurped territories in the "La Colorada/El Molino" Management Unit. These areas, which have been recovered, have established exotic pastures. In order to carry out the ecological reconstruction process of these areas, it is essential to initiate an active restoration process. DARIEN (PANAMA) Progress, Results and Reflections about the Darien by WCS Mesoamerica and Western Caribbean This note presents a series of reflections on the participation of the Comarcas, partners of the Mesoamerican Alliance of Peoples and Forests (AMPB), in the Small Grants initiative of the European Union project, within the framework of DeSIRA. Both Comarcas prioritize the protection of their forests and mainly the control of the advance of the cattle-agricultural frontier normally linked to the "Colonos and/or Latinos" (local colloquial name for non-indigenous mestizo outsiders). MARKET PROFILES OF SUSTAINABLE ALTERNATIVES CARRIED OUT BY IATTC IN LARGE FORESTS by International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) Forest conservation depends on multiple factors, including adequate living conditions and sustainable economic development opportunities for the communities living in and around the forests. For this reason, under the framework of the European Union DeSIRA project, the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) analyzed various productive alternatives in selected sites of the Great Forests of Mesoamerica. This publication has been funded/co-funded by the European Union. Its contents are the sole responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the European Union.   Thu, 14 Mar 2024 04:42:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22878 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22087/World-Wildlife-Day-Digital-and-technological-innovations-we-use-to-conserve-wildlife#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22087 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22087&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22087/World-Wildlife-Day-Digital-and-technological-innovations-we-use-to-conserve-wildlife As an organization dedicated to conservation, we enthusiastically celebrate World Wildlife Day. From the oceans, to forests, to the most remote places, we collaborate with local organizations, communities and governments to conserve and protect wildlife. Under this year's motto,“Connecting people and the planet: Exploring digital innovation in wildlife conservation”, we want to highlight how technology has become an essential tool in our work by sharing some examples of this: Sun, 03 Mar 2024 12:21:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22087 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22028/Bird-banding-a-technique-to-understand-the-ecology-of-birds-identify-their-migratory-routes-and-improve-conservation-strategies#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22028 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22028&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22028/Bird-banding-a-technique-to-understand-the-ecology-of-birds-identify-their-migratory-routes-and-improve-conservation-strategies The “Joint NABC Bird Banding Certification and Bird Genoscape Project Workshop with an introduction to Motus” was held with the participation of more than 25 bird specialists from Belize, Guatemala, Mexico, Nicaragua, Spain and the United States of America. Spanish, English and Creole were heard, but everyone comes together for a common cause: understanding the ecology of birds through their complete annual biological cycle and identifying migratory routes, in order to improve conservation strategies.    Fri, 16 Feb 2024 16:03:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22028 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21999/International-Day-of-Women-and-Girls-in-Science#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21999 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21999&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21999/International-Day-of-Women-and-Girls-in-Science On the International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we highlight the work of Anna, Francis, Sofía, and Yamira from the Mesoamerica and Caribbean program of the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS). Their sensitivity and passion exemplify a commitment to nature, communities, and wildlife. At WCS, we take pride in having a strong team of women in the field of science. Get to know them! Sun, 11 Feb 2024 14:15:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21999 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21968/Tribute-to-Archie-Chuck-Carr-III#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21968 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21968&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21968/Tribute-to-Archie-Chuck-Carr-III Chuck Carr, or “Don Chuck” as he was known throughout Mesoamerica, passed away January 21, 2024, and WCS lost one of the founding members of its conservation programs. He was such a special person who took his work seriously, and who dedicated his entire life to making this planet a better place for wildlife and humanity. Mon, 05 Feb 2024 14:33:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21968 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22313/Avian-Influenza-Virus-Threatens-Wildlife-Across-the-Globe#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=22313 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=22313&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/22313/Avian-Influenza-Virus-Threatens-Wildlife-Across-the-Globe With the frightening die-off of animals across the globe due to avian influenza, WCS is calling for governments internationally to treat this growing crisis with the urgency it demands. As we continue to monitor the death of innumerable species and track the movement of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) into mammal populations, we must strengthen the focus on integrating the surveillance of emerging influenza clades in wild birds and mammals to support critical vaccine libraries. Mon, 15 Jan 2024 11:33:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:22313 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21713/Case-studies-The-5-Great-Forests-of-Mesoamerica#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21713 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21713&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21713/Case-studies-The-5-Great-Forests-of-Mesoamerica The 5 Great Forests of Mesoamerica serve as the world's green lungs, playing a critical role in carbon capture and climate stability. This initiative showcases that collaborative and sustainable investment can serve as catalysts for conserving natural resources and stimulating economic growth. These experiences and stakeholders provide us with valuable lessons, serving as role models in our pursuit of a sustainable and equitable future for our planet. Thu, 28 Dec 2023 14:24:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21713 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21698/Trained-communities-protected-forests-La-Moskitia-the-most-endangered-forest-in-the-region#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21698 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21698&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21698/Trained-communities-protected-forests-La-Moskitia-the-most-endangered-forest-in-the-region La Moskitia, also known as "The Central American Amazon," stands as the binational forest that has suffered the most substantial loss of forest cover in Mesoamerica. According to the “Human Footprint Analysis" conducted by WCS, La Moskitia has witnessed an alarming decrease of approximately 30% in forest cover over the past 15 years, primarily due to illegal land encroachment and extensive cattle ranching. Wed, 27 Dec 2023 14:55:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21698 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21684/The-Diammayala-Initiative-An-alliance-between-territories-and-diverse-cultures-to-defend-water-and-forests#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21684 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21684&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21684/The-Diammayala-Initiative-An-alliance-between-territories-and-diverse-cultures-to-defend-water-and-forests To the northeast of Panama City, there is a conservation community known as the Mamoni Valley Reserve, which spans 4,820 hectares and borders the Gunayala and Emberara Ẽjuä So Indigenous territories, as well as the protected areas of Narganá and the Chagres National Park. Tue, 26 Dec 2023 16:08:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21684 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21700/Conservation-adapted-to-context-The-case-of-La-Amistad-and-its-buffer-zone#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21700 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21700&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21700/Conservation-adapted-to-context-The-case-of-La-Amistad-and-its-buffer-zone “By our very nature, and especially among Indigenous Peoples, we have an inherent drive to protect Mother Earth.” Lourdes Frasser Rojas, a member of the Brunka community and the Ecocultural Association of Indigenous Art and Tourism So Cagrú de Boruca, shares this message from her workshop located in the province of Punta Arenas, which is considered part of the buffer zone of the La Amistad International Park. Mon, 25 Dec 2023 15:05:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21700 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21699/Cacao-for-the-protection-of-territory-and-youth-in-Nicaragua#Comments 0 https://programs.wcs.org/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/RssComments.aspx?TabID=22825&ModuleID=48388&ArticleID=21699 https://programs.wcs.org:443/DesktopModules/DnnForge%20-%20NewsArticles/Tracking/Trackback.aspx?ArticleID=21699&PortalID=234&TabID=22825 https://programs.wcs.org/gcf-the5greatforests/en-us/Newsroom/ID/21699/Cacao-for-the-protection-of-territory-and-youth-in-Nicaragua "Our land is our heritage, and just as our ancestors have always preserved the land, we, the youth, must follow in their footsteps to ensure our future." This is the message shared by the young Alonso Joseph, the Secretary of the Regional Government of Indigenous Territories in Alto Wangky and Bocay, located in the Nicaraguan Moskitia. Sat, 23 Dec 2023 15:02:00 GMT f1397696-738c-4295-afcd-943feb885714:21699