State of mangroves in Mindanao [Philippines]
2019
Halun, S.Z.B.
A great proportion of the Mindanao population relies on fishery resources for food and livelihood, thus, marine ecosystems like mangroves must be protected and managed sustainably. Throughout the years, the regions in Mindanao have been establishing various management strategies to at least reduce the degradation of mangrove ecosystems. But despite these great efforts, there are still gaps and issues regarding mangrove protection, management, and conservation that must be addressed. Some of the recommendations to further support mangrove protection and management in Mindanao include: 1. Maintain and protect existing mangrove areas 2. Strictly implement solid waste management 3. Facilitate more effective collaboration among NGAs, NGOs, and LGUs and local communities 4. Adapt science-based policies and rehabilitation methods to ensure long-term success 5. Capacitate and educate not only field personnel, but also LGU officials 6. Harmonize conflicting policies and overlapping development plans of the national government and the local government units 7. Standardize protocols on mangrove rehabilitation, and Monitoring and Evaluation 8. Undertake continuous Information, Education and Communication campaigns about the importance of mangroves and the need for their conservation
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