Location of the project

This project is implemented in the Taï-Cavally region which is a key biodiversity hotspot for the country. The Taï National ¨Park (TNP) is the largest tropical primary forest under protection of the entire West African forest area. With an area of about 5,360 km2. the TNP and the N'Zo Wildlife Reserve represent more than 50% of the total area of West African forest areas placed under strict protection status 

Purpose of the project

The project focuses its actions on threats occurring in the area by supporting the government and local communities. One main objective is the establishment and empowerment of a community Landscape Management Board. This community-led organization will serve as an effective platform for all stakeholders to participate in sustainable land-use planning and other landscape scale initiatives to protect the Taï forest.  

Duration of the project

July 2017-December 2021.  

Project target

2 cooperatives, 800 farmers  

Partnerships

OIPR, CAFTA, CAEZ, RAINFOREST ALLIANCE 

Project activities

• Creation of a representative Land Management Board, recognized by the district 

• Development of participatory land-use plan at the village level and integrated into wider Landscape Management Plan  

• Farmer’s training on climate smart, sustainable yield practices and biodiversity conservation friendly practices 

• Promotion of Public stakeholder outreach to increase support to public and private conservation efforts, with the local communities and cooperatives 

• Environmental education awareness meetings for community members 

• Establishment of shade trees nurseries for buffer zones and improvement of shade in cocoa farms 

• Establishment of a diversification pilot project