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Identification du besoin et repérage forfaitaire de l’espace et des acteurs

Buidling Block 2

GIZ

Une CL contribuera seulement à une amélioration si les riverains ou usagers voient un intérêt de changer ou d’améliorer la gestion de cette ressource. Le besoin doit donc être exprimé sous forme de demande par des personnes et groupes clés concernées par la ressource.

Sur la base de la demande le cadre de concertation est défini : Qui facilitera le processus, avec l’appui de qui et avec quels moyens.

Pour pouvoir identifier les acteurs et afin de pouvoir lancer une analyse ultérieure plus détaillée, un premier repérage forfaitaire de la ressource en question est important.

Définir le site ou bien la zone en question, d’esquisser l’emplacement et le caractère des différentes sous zones ou ressources concernées et de fournir une première description approximative. Ces travaux se font avec des usagers et populations concernées.

L’identification des différents acteurs et décideurs, l’organisation sociale des communautés et des utilisateurs permanents et temporaires ainsi que le type et l’intensité des relations qu’ils entretiennent indique des centres de décisions. Souvent des sites ou ressources naturelles disposent déjà des règles de gestion. Il s’agit ici de les identifier et de les analyser.

Outils : Fiches descriptives, entretiens individuels et groupes, sorties terrain avec photos de base.

Veiller qu’il y a une demande bien exprimez par des chefferies traditionnelles et usagers pour l’élaboration d’une CL
Inclusion de tous les acteurs pertinents. Attention à la tendance d’exclusion de certains groupes sous représentés ou moins influents dans le Comité de Pilotage (CP) ou bien des groupes thématiques.
A veiller sur différentes sources de conflits autour de la ressource et la manière que ces conflits sont résolus.
A veiller que les personnes chargées plus tard avec l’appui à l’élaboration de la Convention Locale sont présentes lors des premiers ateliers. Free Prior Informed Consent (FPIC)
Veiller à la participation des femmes

L’identification précoce des conflits prévient les litiges futurs.
Une cartographie complète des ressources garantit une restauration ciblée.
Analyser les règles traditionnelles aide à mieux intégrer les dynamiques locales

Planning phase

Local

Orientation générale pour identifier des options pour l’élaboration des Conventions Locales (CL)

Plan Forets Sacrees

GIZ Cameroon

Landscape

GIZ

Une étude de base réalisée dans le cadre du programme AREECA au Cameroun a mis en évidence une grave dégradation des terres dans les zones situées au-dessus de 1 800 m. Les forêts montagnardes, réduites de 16 155 ha à 1 822 ha, ont été remplacées par des cultures vivrières, qui ont connu une expansion rapide (de 2 078 ha à 5 573 ha). Ces changements ont fragilisé les écosystèmes locaux et accru les pressions sur les ressources naturelles.

L’approche pour ’élaboration des CL a émergé comme une solution pour établir un cadre collaboratif entre les parties prenantes et gérer durablement les ressources au niveau le plus proche à la ressource (subsidiarité). Ce processus repose sur des prérequis clés : une dégradation avérée des ressources, la reconnaissance de l’autorité traditionnelle, une zone cible limitée et un engagement volontaire des acteurs

L’objectif est d’identifier les problématiques principales (ex. : restauration forêt sacrée ou d’un cours d’eau), d’impliquer les parties dans des discussions pour établir des règles de gestion partagées et de définir un cadre formel de collaboration. Les résultats attendus incluent la meilleure compréhension des défis, la priorisation des zones à restaurer et cadrer les solutions pour réduire menaces identifiées. Sur cette base les CL seront proposés des usagers et riverains directes.

Existence de zones dégradées avec potentiel de restauration.
Engagement volontaire des parties prenantes.
Chefferies traditionnelles respectées

Une évaluation initiale solide oriente les interventions ciblées.
L’adhésion des parties prenantes est essentielle pour un succès durable.
Baser et aligner les CL avec les lois et plans locaux/communales

Planning phase

Local

West and Central Africa

Développement de Conventions Locales de Gestion des Ressources Naturelles pour la restauration des écosystèmes

Hannah

Weggerle

Orientation générale pour identifier des options pour l’élaboration des Conventions Locales (CL)

Identification du besoin et repérage forfaitaire de l’espace et des acteurs

Campagne d’information et Lancement du processus d’élaboration de CL

Analyse de la ressource et assemblée de restitution de l’analyse

Ebauche de la Convention Locale, Pre-validation et Signature

Suivi de l’application et de l’impact de la Convention Locale

Southeast Asia

Women-led Fire Management in Ngao Model Forest

Narupot

Piampanya

Community Engagement and Leadership

Systematic Fire Management and Technology Use

Biodiversity Conservation and Food Security

pre-processed bamboo

Locals forage for wild mushrooms in their community forest

The Ngao Model Forest community places biodiversity conservation at the core of their efforts, raising awareness about the importance of protecting and restoring habitats to maintain ecological balance and support wildlife. Bamboo plantations play a crucial role by supporting the growth of mushrooms, insects, and worms, which provide additional food sources and income opportunities. This approach enhances food security and nutrition for the community. Protecting and restoring habitats ensures the survival of various plant and animal species, maintaining ecological balance. The fast growth and versatility of bamboo offer more economic opportunities for locals, supporting biodiversity conservation efforts. By integrating sustainable practices with economic development, the community ensures a better future for both people and nature.

Raising awareness on the importance of protecting and restoring habitats to maintain ecological balance and support wildlife places biodiversity at the core of efforts
Bamboo plantations support the growth of mushrooms, insects, and worms, offering additional food sources and income opportunities
Enhanced food security and nutrition from diverse food sources in the bamboo forests

Ecological Balance: Protecting and restoring habitats ensures the survival of various plant and animal species, maintaining ecological balance.
Economic Opportunities: Bamboo’s fast growth and versatility offer more economic opportunities for locals, supporting biodiversity conservation efforts.
Diverse Food Sources: Bamboo plantations provide diverse food sources, enhancing food security and nutrition for the community.

Implementation

Local

Community Engagement and Economic Diversification

bamboo cutting and preparing for process

The Ngao Model Forest community established a credit system where individuals earn credits for their contributions, such as labor or providing equipment, fostering cooperation and mutual support. This innovative system ensures equitable sharing of resources and efforts. The community transitioned to bamboo plantations, which offer new income streams and economic stability due to bamboo's fast growth and versatility. Bamboo forests also support the growth of mushrooms, insects, and worms, providing additional food sources and income opportunities. The presence of wildlife, such as snakes, rabbits, birds, squirrels, tree shrews, wild chickens, and wild boars, further contributes to the local economy. Strong community relationships and collaborative efforts have been key to the success of these initiatives, promoting sustainable practices and addressing the needs of the community.

Establishment of a credit system where individuals earn credits for their contributions
Collaborative effort to find alternative livelihoods opportunities, including the transition to bamboo plantations which has provided new income streams and economic stability
Wildlife presence further contributes to the local economy

A strong community relationship and shared collaboration is vital to the success of conservation efforts
Promoting sustainable practices and collaboration that also addresses the needs of the community is crucial
Community members work as a team, providing mutual support and assistance
Innovative community finance and governance arrangements can enhance stakeholder commitment and significantly improve the success rates of credit systems.

Implementation

Local

Community Engagement and Economic Diversification

bamboo cutting and preparing for process

Establishment of a credit system where individuals earn credits for their contributions
Collaborative effort to find alternative livelihoods opportunities, including the transition to bamboo plantations which has provided new income streams and economic stability
Wildlife presence further contributes to the local economy

A strong community relationship and shared collaboration is vital to the success of conservation efforts
Promoting sustainable practices and collaboration that also addresses the needs of the community is crucial
Community members work as a team, providing mutual support and assistance

Implementation

Local

Southeast Asia

Sustainable farming that benefits people and nature in Thailand

Narupot

Piampanya

Community Engagement and Economic Diversification

Biodiversity Conservation and Food Security

Establishment and Empowerment of Mtakimau CFA Community Scouts

Mtakimau Community Forest Association (CFA) scouts receive a briefing before setting out on their routine patrols to safeguard the mangrove forest and raise community awareness on conservation efforts

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To strengthen mangrove protection and community-based monitoring, twelve community scouts were selected and trained from within the Mtakimau Community Forest Association (CFA). Equipped with uniforms, patrol skills, communication tools, and basic enforcement knowledge, the scouts actively support restoration, surveillance, and awareness-raising across the 2,550-hectare mangrove area. Scouts conduct regular patrols, detect illegal activities, sensitize local communities about forest conservation, and collaborate with Kenya Forest Service (KFS) officials for enforcement actions. Their work enhances ground-level presence and helps bridge the gap between formal forest authorities and the community.

Technical training and operational support provided by KFS and WWF-Kenya.
Provision of uniforms and incentives (such as meals during patrols) to motivate scouts.
Strong community buy-in and recognition of scouts as ambassadors for conservation.
Clear roles and integration into the Participatory Forest Management Plan (PFMP).

Offering logistical support and small incentives (like meals or stipends) sustains scout engagement over time.
Early training on conflict resolution and community relations improves patrol effectiveness.
Recognition and visibility (uniforms, public introductions) boost scout credibility within the community.
Scouts' work should be embedded into broader conservation and enforcement strategies to avoid isolation or burnout.

Implementation

Monitoring

Documentation and dissemination of results

Local

Community-Based Mangrove Nursery Establishment and Restoration Activities

A member of the Mtakimau Community Forest Association (CFA) proudly showcases healthy mangrove seedlings at the community nursery, supporting local restoration efforts

curtis-Obimbo/wwfkenya

MTAKIMAU CFA members, supported by WWF-Kenya and the Kenya Forest Service (KFS), took the lead in restoring degraded areas across the 2,550-hectare Mtwapa-Takaungu-Kilifi mangrove landscape. They established a model mangrove nursery in Nzombere Village and received hands-on training in propagating indigenous species, nursery management, and enrichment planting. Using insights from PFMP mapping, they prioritized degraded patches for restoration. In June 2024, the community planted 21,786 seedlings—WWF-Kenya purchased 13,786 while the CFA contributed 8,000. The nursery, now producing over 10,000 seedlings, serves as both a restoration hub and a sustainable income source through seedling sales to restoration partners. Ongoing monthly monitoring ensures nursery health and supports long-term forest regeneration.

Strong collaboration among Mtakimau CFA, WWF-Kenya, and KFS provided consistent technical, financial, and logistical support.
Tailored capacity building empowered community members to manage nurseries and conduct restoration independently.
Participatory PFMP mapping ensured restoration targeted ecologically and socially important degraded sites.
Clear benefit-sharing structures motivated active participation and ensured community groups received income from seedling sales.
Regular monitoring and support reinforced accountability and improved nursery performance.

Engaging communities early and consistently builds strong ownership and ensures the success of restoration efforts.
Training community members in nursery management and restoration techniques equips them to lead and sustain restoration activities.
Using participatory forest management planning to identify degraded sites ensures restoration responds to local priorities and ecological needs.
Structuring seedling sales with fair benefit-sharing motivates community participation and supports local livelihoods.
Conducting regular monitoring fosters accountability, maintains nursery quality, and improves long-term restoration outcomes.

Implementation

Monitoring

Documentation and dissemination of results

Local

Subnational