TDA-IME Project Final Report June, 2013 Potential Actions 3: Research and Knowledge Gaps. EcoQO: Scientific knowledge on mangroves increased and applied to improve the success of mangrove restoration/rehabilitation, protect endangered species, and better understand the impacts of climate change impacts on mangrove ecosystems Action Category Potential Interventions Institutional Arrangements and Governance 101 Make additional budgetary allocations for targeted research on mangrove science, especially the impacts of climate change Leverage private sector funding for mangrove research Establish regional network of mangrove researchers network for exchange - mangrove portal Establish/re-establish National Mangrove Committees Legal and Policy Reforms Documenting and analysing local knowledge on mangrove management Integration of scientific knowledge with local knowledge to support community management of mangroves (e.g. co-management of mangroves) Awareness and communication Package scientifically accurate information to facilitate mangrove management Collate university/academic research for dissemination including gray literature Develop an effective dissemination mechanisms for proactive communication Translate mangrove scientific information into local languages Human Capacity Development Scientific training in mangrove sciences (e.g. regional programs) Regional exchange and networking of mangrove researchers Include relevant mangrove and coastal area management subjects into public administration training Participatory action research in mangrove monitoring to enhance the capacity of local communities and improve their understanding of ecological integrity
Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis of Indochina Mangrove Ecosystems
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