Project Overview
Integrated Coastal and Marine Ecosystems Management – JELEM Koray – Jesyon Entegre Litoral ak Ekositem Maren
Haiti
Part of the Green Pearl Programme in Haiti, this project increased the resilience of coastal communities in Corail-Cayemites Bay to ecosystem degradation, disasters, and climate change. It combined seascape restoration, community-based development, sustainable livelihoods, disaster preparedness, and improved management of coral reefs, mangrove forests, fisheries, and other marine resources.
Key Objectives
- Restore and improve management of coastal and marine ecosystems
- Strengthen community resilience to hurricanes, storm surges, and climate risks
- Support ecosystem-based sustainable livelihoods and fisheries
- Improve disaster prevention, preparedness, and community-based natural-resource governance
Ecosystem Focus
Coral reefs, mangrove forests, fisheries, coastal waters, and the wider Corail-Cayemites seascape.
Communities Involved
This project was implemented in the following communities and project areas:
- Corail
- Pestel
- The Cayemites
- Fishing communities in the Grand’Anse Department
Implementing Organizations
Lead Organization:
Netherlands Red Cross Society
The Netherlands Red Cross supported an integrated landscape and seascape approach linking ecosystem restoration, resilient livelihoods, community organization, and disaster-risk reduction.
Project Partners
- Haitian Red Cross
- Princess Margriet Fund
- Local authorities and community organizations in Grand’Anse