AperƧu du projet
Ecosystem Based Risk Reduction in Coastal Areas of SamanĆ” and La Altagracia Provinces of the Dominican Republic
RĆ©publique dominicaine
This project used community-led rehabilitation of coral reefs, mangroves, forests, watersheds, and riparian areas to increase climate resilience, reduce flood risks, and protect biodiversity in SamanĆ” and La Altagracia. Its ridge-to-reef approach combined coral restoration, sustainable agroforestry, live barriers, community participation, livelihood incentives, and partnerships with local businesses.
Objectifs clƩs
- Restore selected coral reef, mangrove, forest, and riparian ecosystems
- Reduce erosion, flooding, and climate risks through a ridge-to-reef approach
- Scale community-led coral and mangrove restoration practices
- Support sustainable agroforestry, livelihood diversification, and local business participation
Focus sur l'Ć©cosystĆØme
Coral reefs, mangroves, forests, wetlands, rivers, riparian areas, watersheds, and coastal ecosystems.
CommunautƩs impliquƩes
Ce projet a Ć©tĆ© mis en Åuvre dans les communautĆ©s et zones de projet suivantesĀ :
- Selected coastal and watershed communities in SamanĆ” Province
- Selected coastal and watershed communities in La Altagracia Province
Organisations de mise en Åuvre
Organisation chef de file :
FundaciĆ³n REDDOM DĆ©veloppement Ćconomique Rural Dominicain
FundaciĆ³n REDDOM led community-based ecosystem restoration, sustainable production, livelihood development, and local stakeholder coordination across the target provinces.
Partenaires du projet
- Community organizations and farmersā associations in SamanĆ” and La Altagracia
- Local businesses and tourism stakeholders
- Public-sector environmental and local-government partners