The local government unit (LGU) in Siargao Island recognized the importance of involving the communities in the implementation of adaptation strategies to ensure sustainability, and for the communities to own the responsibility in the care of their natural resources. The mayor of Del Carmen organized  fish wardens from among the local fisherfolk, trained and deputized them to enforce the fisheries laws and ordinances.  He also organized people’s organization at the village level and trained and deputized them to manage the marine protected areas, and to carry out alternative livelihood activities. Empowering these groups , through trainings other government agencies and from Sentro Para sa Ikauunland ng Katutubong Agham at Teknolohiya (SIKAT), a non-government organization implementing community-based coastal resource management and disaster risk reduction programs meant that they will be able to effectively carry out their tasks and responsibilities with minimal supervision from the LGU, and ensure the success in the implementation of adaptation strategies.