Aperçu du projet
Ecosystem Based Risk Reduction in Coastal Areas of Samaná and La Altagracia Provinces of the Dominican Republic
République 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 Samaná 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 clés
- 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'écosystème
Coral reefs, mangroves, forests, wetlands, rivers, riparian areas, watersheds, and coastal ecosystems.
Communautés impliquées
Ce projet a été mis en œuvre dans les communautés et zones de projet suivantes :
- Selected coastal and watershed communities in Samaná Province
- Selected coastal and watershed communities in La Altagracia Province
Organisations de mise en œuvre
Organisation chef de file :
Fundación REDDOM Développement Économique Rural Dominicain
Fundación REDDOM led community-based ecosystem restoration, sustainable production, livelihood development, and local stakeholder coordination across the target provinces.
Partenaires du projet
- Community organizations and farmers’ associations in Samaná and La Altagracia
- Local businesses and tourism stakeholders
- Public-sector environmental and local-government partners