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Recognising the contribution of Sacred Natural Sites for Biodiversity Conservation by : 

Recognising the contribution of Sacred Natural Sites for Biodiversity Conservation by © WWF-Canon / Meg GAWLER Rob Soutter, Yaa Ntiamoa-Baidu, John Smith & D. Rana

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What is a Sacred Site?

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© WWF-Canon / Jürgen FREUND Meeting in Assisi, Italy & theAssisi Declaration (five faiths initially, eleven presently) Partnership between WWF & ARC

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WWF-ARC Partnership on Sacred Sites Biodiversity conservation -islands of biodiversity, species conservation, source of genetic materials. Spiritual & Cultural rights - peoples beliefs & identity, engagement with nature, & support for nature conservation

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Cultural significance (e.g., Kaya Forests in Kenya)

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Contribution to biodiversity conservation Habitat conservation e.g., Tandroy & Mahafaly sacred fores in Madagascar, Kaya forests in Kenya, River catchment conservation Species conservation e.g., Madagascar spiny forest, Boabeng Fiema Monkey sanctuary in Ghana.

Religious & Spiritual significance: 

Religious & Spiritual significance African traditional religions Sacred forests of the Orthodox Church & monastries in Ethiopia

Issues & lessons from WWF & ARC's experiences (1): 

Issues & lessons from WWF & ARC's experiences (1) Long term commitment from local communities, but…. Non-use vrs sustainable use options Management options & relationship with protected areas Sacred forest in the wider landsacpe approach to conservation

Issues & lessons from WWF & ARC's experiences (2) : 

Issues & lessons from WWF & ARC's experiences (2) Intergrating spiritual & religious perspectives into conservation principles & practices Legislative & policy support & public recognition

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The Way Forward Launching the Africa Sacred Forests Initiative

WWF & ARC INVITE YOU TO JOIN IN THE PARTNERSHIP TO CONSERVE AFRICA's SACRED FORESTS: 

WWF & ARC INVITE YOU TO JOIN IN THE PARTNERSHIP TO CONSERVE AFRICA's SACRED FORESTS