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THE PURPOSE OF THIS PROJECT IS TO IMPLEMENT A SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION PROGRAM IN SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE PRIMARILY FOCUSED ON PROTECTING AND RECOVERY THE HAWKSBILL POPULATION. SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE HOST THE PURPOSE OF THIS PROJECT IS TO IMPLEMENT A SEA TURTLE CONSERVATION PROGRAM FOCUSED ON PROTECTING THE HAWKSBILL POPULATION FROM POACHING FOR MEAT, EGGS AND SHELLS. SAO TOME AND PRINCIPE HOST THE LARGEST HAWKSBILL NESTING POPULATION ALONG THE AFRICAN ATLANTIC COAST. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE 1 CONDUCTING ANNUAL TRAINING WORKSHOPS OF ALL STAFF, RANGERS, AND FIELD ASSISTANTS ON SEA TURTLE BIOLOGY AND FIELD TECHNIQUES, ECOTOURISM AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS 2 CONDUCTING DAILY NIGHTTIME PATROLS ON 22 KM OF THE MAIN HAWKSBILL NESTING BEACHES OF SAO TOME DURING THE NESTING SEASON, SEPT. 15- APRIL 15 3 RELOCATING NESTS AS NECESSARY TO BEACH HATCHERIES TO PROTECT FROM POACHING, PREDATORS AND EROSION 4 CONDUCTING EDUCATION AND AWARENESS ACTIVITIES WITH LOCAL COMMUNITIES 5 SUPPORTING THE SEA TURTLE WOMEN TRADERS ASSOCIATION IN DEVELOPING THEIR SKILLS TO PRODUCE T-SHIRTS, BAGS AND OTHER SOUVENIRS AS AN ALTERNATIVE LIVELIHOOD ACTIVITY.
Conservation of the ecosystems of the Morro de Monte Cristi National Park by strengthening its.management, including community members and fishermen, and the promotion of ecotourism This project supports conservation efforts in El Morro de Montecristi National Park by strengthening the monitoring and patrolling skills of park rangers via hands-on training and by empowering coastal communities to become stewards of the natural resources they depend on. This project is aimed at conserving dry forests, mangroves, coral reefs and the species that depend upon them from illegal logging, unsustainable agriculture, detrimental fishing and touristic practices, and pollution run off. Proposed project activities include: 1) Training workshops for park rangers in protected area management, environmental legislation, use of GPS equipment, ecosystem services, etc.; 2) Developing a patrolling protocol in consultation with park staff and community representatives aimed at reducing the poaching of endangered species, illegal logging, forest fires and unsustainable fishing practices; 3) Training in the operation of a drone to be used in coastal patrols and species monitoring; 4) Purchasing of basic monitoring and patrolling equipment for park rangers; 5) An environmental and outreach education program for at least 700 local community members; 6) Designing and building an interpretative trail for visitors; 7) Delivering an environmental interpretation course for local guides; and 8) Organizing meetings with two local fishermen associations on sustainable fishing and fisheries management.
BICKNELLS THRUSH SEPTENTRIONAL PP This project aims to restore critical wintering habitat for Bicknells Thrush in Loma Quita Espuela Scientific Reserve. Hispaniolan moist forests are a crucial overwintering habitat for females of this high priority species. The projects goal is to phase out agriculture and livestock ranching in the core area of the Reserve through economic incentives for farmers, conservation easements, and law enforcement. The grantee will also survey the extent and types of human activities within the Reserve boundaries and collect data on Bicknells Thrush populations. The project goals are to increase forest cover within the reserve by 2% over the next five years, and by 5% over a 10 year period, as well as to increase the overwintering population of Bicknell's Thrush, and to monitor population changes over time.
Enhanc. Pro. of Reserva Biologica Loma Charco Azul & Sierra de Bahoruco NP III With support from two prior NMBCA grants, ABC and local partners have helped to create the Loma Charco Azul Biological Reserve adjacent to Sierra de Bahoruco National Park. Partners have also increased the Ministry of the Environments capacity to enforce regulations and conduct patrols and identified key areas for migratory birds via a monitoring program. With this project, partners will continue to strengthen protection of critical wintering habitat for migratory birds within the protected areas by hiring, training and equipping park personnel; increasing the number and quality of park patrols in the south; marking the southern park boundaries; continuing to promote eco-tourism in the region; conducting outreach and education programs; reforesting degraded areas in south; and monitoring migratory birds in both the north and south. Species that will benefit include Cape May Warbler, Palm Warbler, Black-throated Blue Warbler and Ovenbird.
Conservation of Hispaniolas Rock Iguanas through Habitat Restoration and Improved Surveillance of Key Sites, Captive Facility Management and Education "This project supports the conservation of Ricords and Rhinoceros iguanas (Cyclura ricordii and C. cornuta) in their key habitats in the Jaragua-Bahoruco-Enriquillo Biosphere Reserve, Dominican Republic through habitat restoration, improved monitoring and surveillance, captive facilities management and education. The goal of the project is to ensure these iguanas thrive in their remaining key habitats by addressing the impacts from illegal charcoal making, unsustainable agriculture and poaching. Specific activities include: 1) Restoration of 150 has. with native and preferred iguana plants with the involvement of local communities; 2) Improved species and habitat monitoring and surveillance with the support of local community members and drone imagery, 3) A training workshop to improve iguana management in captive facilities across the country to improve the welfare of captive individuals, reduce species hybridization and avoid contributing to the invasive Green Iguana expansion; and 4) Implementing an educational campaign to create national pride and awareness about these magnificent lizards, the services they provide and the threats they face.
Restoration of Critical Habitat for Bicknells Thrush in Septentrional PP This project aims to restore critical wintering habitat for Bicknells Thrush (Catharus bicknelli) in Loma Quita Espuela Scientific Reserve, the largest protected area of the Cordillera Septentrional, Dominican Republic, by phasing out agricultural activities and livestock ranching in the core area of the Reserve through a pilot program that combines economic incentives for farmers, legal tools such as conservation easements, and law enforcement. Specifically: 1) Agricultural activities and livestock ranching in 250 hectares of land within Loma Quita Espuela Scientific Reserve (LQESR) will be phased out, via compensatory payments and outreach; 2) 6 key farmers cultivating plots within the Reserve boundaries will be compensated and relocated outside the Reserve; 3) 250 hectares of degraded lands formerly used for annual crops and pastures within the park boundaries will be managed to restore and enhance natural regeneration; 4) A vegetation and land use map of LQESR will be updated and completed; 5) A land tenure and property boundary assessment of two target sectors in the Reserve (El Valle and Pie de Plata) will be completed. 6) A monitoring program for Bicknells Thrush, other selected migrant and resident species, and vegetation will be conducted in both intact forest and degraded lands identified for recovery, to provide baseline data by which to assess the ecological success of restoration efforts and to track population levels of this high priority migrant; 7) 10 park rangers will be extensively trained and properly equipped to enforce laws within the Reserve, to file reports of illegal activities, and to conduct routine biological observations.
ENHANC. PRO. OF RESERVA BIOLOG With support from two prior NMBCA grants, ABC and local partners have helped to create the Loma Charco Azul Biological Reserve adjacent to Sierra de Bahoruco National Park. Partners have also increased the Ministry of the Environments capacity to enforce regulations and conduct patrols and identified key areas for migratory birds via a monitoring program. With this project, partners will continue to strengthen protection of critical wintering habitat for migratory birds within the protected areas by hiring, training and equipping park personnel; increasing the number and quality of park patrols in the south; marking the southern park boundaries; continuing to promote eco-tourism in the region; conducting outreach and education programs; reforesting degraded areas in south; and monitoring migratory birds in both the north and south. Species that will benefit include Cape May Warbler, Palm Warbler, Black-throated Blue Warbler and Ovenbird.
Establishment of a wet lab for the adaptive management of coral reef restoration in the Southeastern Dominican Republic through a trained body of community technicians and volunteers Establishment of a wet lab for the adaptive management of coral reef restoration in the Southeastern Dominican Republic through a trained body of community technicians and volunteers
Conservation of the ecosystems of the Morro de Monte Cristi National Park. Conservation of the ecosystems of the Morro de Monte Cristi National Park.
Establishment of a biosecurity program to protect the Critically endangred Ricord's Iguana and other native species of Isla de Cabritos, Lago Enriquillo National Park, DR. Establishment of a biosecurity program to protect the Critically endangred Ricord's Iguana and other native species of Isla de Cabritos, Lago Enriquillo National Park, DR.
Wildife Without Borders - Critically Endangered Animals Recovery of the critically endangered ricord's iguana through invasive species removal
TWO WORLDS ONE BIRD MECHANISMS TO PROT BICKNELL'S THRUSH IN DOM REPUBLIC III Objectives to be completed during the grant project period are to: 1) complete and submit to the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources the documentation necessary to request the registration of a new, 100-hectare private reserve; 2) reforest 200 hectares according to the Plan Vivo carbon offset standard to restore Bicknells Thrush (BITH) habitat, of which no more than 25 hectares were part of a previous NMBCA project; 3) ensure management of the 200 reforested hectares for 20 years; 4) develop a local community-led ecotourism and volunteerism program; 5) set up a BITH monitoring protocol to estimate occupancy and population trends and conduct at least one monitoring effort based on this protocol; 6) implement an annual Christmas bird count (twice during the two-year project period); and 7) train at least 4 scientists, 10 local community park rangers and 10 community members in the buffer zones of three Scientific Reserves (Quita Espuela, Guaconejo, Salcedo) to support the BITH monitoring program and Christmas bird counts. Deliverables will include, among others described in the proposal and subsequent correspondence: 1) submission of all necessary documentation to the appropriate government agencies for establishing a 100-hectare private reserve, including but not limited to bird monitoring, habitat management and business plans; 2) Plan Vivo registrations for 200 hectares; 3) 200 hectares planted with approximately 224,000 native trees appropriate for restoring Bicknells Thrush habitat, 4) a 80% tree survival rate achieved throughreplanting trees where necessaryfor the first 3 years; 5) signed, 20-year habitat management contracts that will ensure that 200 hectares of the reforested private lands are managed for BITH, based on current knowledge of BITH habitat needs; 6) regular audits of habitat management that meet the Plan Vivo requirements (typically every 5 years) over 20 years to ensure that habitat management plans are followed; 7) BITH moni
TWO WORLDS ONE BIRD MECHANISMS TO PROT BICKNELL'S THRUSH IN DOM REPUBLIC III This project will build on two previously funded NMBCA projects to restore and protect Bicknells Thrush habitat on private lands in the Cordillera Septentrional of the Dominican Republic. This phase will increase the amount of protected Bicknells thrush habitat; use carbon offsets to reforest land; and implement an annual Bicknells thrush monitoring program. It will also develop a communityowned eco-tourism and volunteer program.
ENHANCING PROTECTION OF SIERRA DE NEIBA The broadleaf forest of the Dominican Republic represents key wintering habitat for the Bicknell's Thrush (BITH) and other Neotropical Migrants. The Sierra de Neiba is an Important Bird Area mainly composed of broadleaf forest. Deforestation, burning and planting short cycle crops, added to the poor living conditions and insufficient economic alternatives that are present in the local communities, makes this area heavily threatened. During the last 8 years Sociedad Ornitologica de la Hispaniola (SOH) has been improving the capacities of the Ministry of Environment to avoid the expansion of non-regulated agriculture and the habitat loss for the BITH and other migrants, working with the local communities and farmers as direct 'users' of the area. This project builds and expands upon those advances. Partners will work with the Ministry to enhance the management of the Sierra de Neiba National Park and with the local farmers to apply better practices for birds in their crop management to guarantee forest cover. SOH will investigate how migratory birds use and interact with agroforestry in the southern region to take advantage of Dominican government initiatives.
Recovery of the critically endangered ricord's iguana through invasive species removal Recovery of the Critically Endangered Ricords Iguana through invasive species removal. In partnership with Island Conservation this project will increase the population of Ricords Iguana by removing three invasive species. Specific activities include: (1) Removal of remaining invasive feral cats, burros, and cattle from Isla Cabritos; (2) work with local officals to develop and implement an operational plan detailing field activities, staff and timeline, which also includes monitoring and evaluation.
Enhanc. Pro. of Reserva Biologica Loma Charco Azul & Sierra de Bahoruco NP III With this project, partners will continue to strengthen protection of critical wintering habitat for migratory birds within the protected areas by hiring, training and equipping park personnel; increasing the number and quality of park patrols in the south; marking the southern park boundaries; continuing to promote eco-tourism in the region; conducting outreach and education programs; reforesting degraded areas in south; and monitoring migratory birds in both the north and south.
Restoration of sub-tropical dry forest ecosystems in the Dominican Republic through invasive species removal: building capacity for conservation action through skills development and operational implementation. The project will restore sub-tropical dry forest on two island protected areas in the Dominican Republic through the permanent removal of up to seven invasive alien vertebrate species benefiting rock iguanas (Cyclura sp.). The project will: 1) complete restoration work on Isla Cabritos, 2) utilize the local field team and engage international expertise to initiative ecosystem restoration on Isla Catalina, and 3) engage with the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources to support and inform future island restoration and endangered species recovery in the Dominican Republic where invasive species are a threat.
Department of Energy, International Nonproliferation Export Control Program Export Control Capacity Building: Regional Tabletop to prevent proliferation of dual-use commodities and technology
Department of Energy, Material Management and Minimization [Start Date: 03/24/2014; End Date: 09/30/2016] Remove or confirm the disposition of excess weapons-useable nuclear material at civilian facilities across the globe.
USAID and Department of Energy Climate Change Initiative Support Key Climate Change Initiatives and Projects.
Department of Energy, International Nonproliferation Export Control Program Export Control Capacity Building and Technical Exchange to counter the Democratic People's Republic of Korea proliferation efforts.
Department of Energy, Export Control Fellowship Conduct courses for Export Control fellows selected from China, Pakistan and other Asian countries at the University of Georgia.
Department of Energy, Regional Export Control Capacity Building Activities Funds to support regional Export Control capacity building activities with various government agencies in Asia
Department of Energy, International Nonproliferation Export Control Program Export Control Capacity Building: Regional Tabletop Exercise
Turkey European Union /Instrument for PreAccession Assistance Energy Sector Technical Assistance Project The development objective of the envisioned multi-year EU/IPA-financed World Bank-managed technical assistance program is the enhancement of Turkey's energy sector in line with the energy priorities and strategies of the European Union (EU).  The development objective of the 2012 IPA energy sector TA project is the enhancement of the Turkish energy sector in line with the EU Energy priorities and strategies in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and the natural gas market.
Improving the quality of life through the implementation of agro-ecology production, facilitating food security and strengthening the Gestin Comunitaria Binacional en la zona fronteriza de la Republica de Hait y Repblica Dominicana (Tilori - G Junta de Asociaciones Campesinas Rafael Fernndez Domnguez, Inc. (JACARAFE), $285,370 JACARAFE will work with five member associations from the communities of Velot, Haiti and Jengibre, Rincn and Horqueta, Dominican Republic, to improve land use and preservation through the application of agro-forestry systems on the northern border. 100 families (50 from Haiti and 50 from the Dominican Republic) will participate directly in project activities. Approximately 277 additional families will benefit indirectly from project activities.
Produccin Agroecolgica e Integrar en Fincas de Caf como Medio de Vida Sostenible de Comunidades Rurales de Montaa. Farmers living in San Juan de la Maguana in the Dominican Republic often lack sufficient training and supplies for their coffee production, reducing their ability to earn revenue and feed their families. The IAF supports community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity through sustainable agriculture and microenterprises. Our grantee Federacin de Caficultores y Agricultores para el Desarrollo de San Juan, Inc. (FECADESJ) is helping farmers to improve their coffee plots with disease-resistant plants, implement ecological techniques, diversify crops, and obtain organic certification. These strategic investments increase farmers food security and incomes.
Establishing Agroforestry Systems to Produce Organic Coffee in the Municipality of Ro Limpio In Ro Limpio in the Elas Pia region of the Dominican Republic coffee rust decimated farmers' fields. Cooperativa de Productores Orgnicos Valle de Ro Limpio (COOPROVALLE) helps its members improve certified organic coffee production by renovating fields with rust-resistant plants and by utilizing agroforestry techniques in order to generate income improve livelihoods and protect the environment. At the IAF we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in the Dominican Republic. COOPROVALLE's activities increase small business growth local entrepreneurship and market development to ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive.
Improving the quality of life through the implementation of agro-ecology production Communities on the northern border between Haiti and the Dominican Republic face challenges in food supply, deforestation, and erosion of natural resources. Junta de Asociaciones Campesinas Rafael Fernndez Dom?nguez, Inc. (JACARAFE) provides technical assistance to families and local grassroots organizations to develop skills in agroforestry and conservation practices and to improve agricultural production, food security, and nutrition. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to expand economic opportunity in the Dominican Republic. JACARAFE's activities promote smallholder agriculture and food production to enhance food security and ensure meaningful opportunities for communities to thrive.
Community-based management of La Caleta Marine Protected Area (MPA) Reef Check Dominican Republic (RCDR) with no additional Counterpart or other Commitment. RCDR will help Cooperative Fish and Tourism Services of La Caleta (COOPRESCA) prepare to the ITS Independently manage fishing and ecotourism activities.
Access to Electricity in Rural Communities in the Dominican Republic Through the Installation of Four Micro Hydroelectric Systems GUAKIA AMBIENTE will strengthen the Red Dominicana para el Desarrollo Sostenible de las Energas Renovables (REDSER), a network of grassroots organizations engaged in renewable energy, and expand agroforestry systems based on cacao farming with the residents of Magazin, Haiti, located on the northeastern border with the Dominican Republic. The work will benefit an additional 245 people directly.
Cooperativa de Ahorro, Crdito y Servicios Mltiples Amor y Paz (COOPSERMORPAZ) Cooperativa de Ahorro Crdito y Servicios Mltiples Amor y Paz (COOPSERMORPAZ) will help its plantain farmers improve yields by planting the hybrid FIAH 20 variety resistant to the sigatoka negra blight prevalent in the area and will offer them training in better agricultural practices access to a working capital fund and the opportunity to obtain better prices by pooling their harvests to market in volume. The activities which complement the distribution of the hybrid seeds by the Dominican Ministry of Agriculture will directly benefit 75 members of the cooperative and their families and will reach another 1500 residents of Los Toros Azua...
Red Nacional de Jvenes Viviendo Con VIH/SIDA Red Nacional de Jvenes Viviendo Con VIH/SIDA (REDNAJCER) will incorporate more young Dominicans with HIV/AIDS into its network; expand into new regions; evaluate services available to those diagnosed; analyze, organize and report the data collected on medical care, including compliance with recommended protocols; and advocate for improvements and more accountability in the system. The project will directly involve 330 Dominicans; better services should reach 32,000 others diagnosed with HIV or AIDS.
Educational Plan and Prevention of Social Exclusion of children and adolescents from high-risk communities in Santiago de los Caballeros Haitian migrants and Haitian Dominicans are among the most vulnerable populations in the Dominican Republic. To address this challenge, Accin Callejera Fundacin Educativa (Accin Callejera) provides supplemental academic classes and skills training for children and adolescents from poor neighborhoods in Santiago, Dominican Republic, who are most at risk of dropping out of school, or who may not be attending school through community-based salas de tarea (academic support classes), including Haitian-born or Haitian Dominican street children and adolescents. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to enhance peace and security in the Dominican Republic. Accin Callejera's activities assist communities' efforts to propel their own development and advocate for their rights.
Red Nacional de Jvenes Viviendo Con VIH/SIDA Young Dominicans diagnosed with HIV/AIDS face barriers to services that would improve their quality of life. Red Nacional de Jvenes Viviendo Con VIH/SIDA (REDNAJCER) analyzes, organizes, and reports on these challenges to ensure that this excluded population receives the specialized health services they need. At the IAF, we support community-led solutions to strengthen governance and public health in the Dominican Republic. REDNAJCER's activities ensure healthy families and strengthen the social fabric of communities.