The objective of the project is the development of a strategy for the sustainable use and conservation of biodiversity with the participation of local communities and administrations. The project supports dialogue and lays the basis for a more environmentally grounded development plan for the refion given that the recently proposed development programs fro the region have presented conceptual and methodological differences in approach with respect to the cultural systems of its inhabitants and to their relationship with the natural environment.

Project Details

GEF Project ID
625
Country
Colombia
Implementing Agencies
The World Bank
Approval FY
1999
Status
Completed
Region
Latin America and Caribbean
Executing Agencies
Fundacion Natura
GEF Period
GEF - 2
Project Type
Medium-size Project
Focal Areas
Funding Source
GEF Trust Fund

Financials

USD
Co-financing Total
2,237,360
GEF Project Grant
725,000
GEF Agency Fees
0

Timeline

Received by GEF
15 Feb 1999
Concept Approved
21 Apr 1999
Project Approved for Implementation
20 Apr 1999
Project Closed
11 Feb 2003