Project Overview
Enhancing Resilience to Climate Change in Vulnerable Coastal Communities in La Gonave: An Ecosystem-based Adaptation Project
Haiti
This project strengthened the resilience of vulnerable communities in La Gonave through improved coastal governance, ecosystem restoration, community participation, and sustainable livelihood development. Integrated coastal and blue-economy planning supported the protection of shoreline and freshwater ecosystems while economic incentives, access to finance, and community-led decision-making created foundations for long-term stewardship.
Key Objectives
- Strengthen local governance and community understanding of climate risks
- Restore and sustainably manage targeted coastal and freshwater ecosystems
- Develop integrated coastal-management and blue-economy plans
- Support alternative livelihoods, ecosystem-service incentives, and access to finance
Ecosystem Focus
Mangroves, coral reefs, shorelines, freshwater systems, and connected coastal ecosystems on La Gonave.
Communities Involved
This project was implemented in the following communities and project areas:
- Vulnerable coastal communities across La Gonave
- Fishing and natural-resource-dependent communities within the project area
Implementing Organizations
Lead Organization:
Pan American Development Foundation (PADF)
PADF led community engagement, governance strengthening, ecosystem restoration, livelihood development, and integrated coastal planning in partnership with a locally established marine-conservation organization.
Project Partners
- Fondation pour la Protection de la Biodiversite Marine (FoProBiM)
- Community organizations and local authorities on La Gonave
- Fishers, producers, and livelihood groups