Community reforestation for biodiversity, livelihood diversification and culture
Key Facts
FUNDING SCHEME Main Project
VALUE £309,182
WHERE Timor-Leste
Summary
Biodiversity and livelihoods enhanced through expansion of community led reforestation that integrates agroforestry, farmer managed natural regeneration, biodiversity conservation and carbon payments through an internationally recognised carbon accreditation scheme. Indigenous knowledge and Timorese customary law (Tara Bandu) will guide project activities to ensure alignment with community values and goals. Biodiversity and livelihoods are enhanced through expansion of community reforestation that integrates agroforestry systems, farmer managed natural regeneration, biodiversity conservation, carbon payments and customary law.
Australian Landcare International (ALI), Group Training Northern Territory, Resilient Agriculture and Economy through Biodiversity in Action (RAEBIA), World Vision, Timor Leste (WVTL)
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