New conservation partner: Malamba Coastal Collaborative
We are delighted to announce a new partnership with the Mozambiquan organisation the Malamba Coastal Collaborative.
Maliasili’s latest report, latest report, “Rooting for Change: Strengthening Local-Global Partnerships in African Conservation,” documents the experiences of African conservation and natural resource CSOs with international partnerships.
“The local organization is pivotal. It is there forever. It is not like the international organization that has a limited period of time.” - Dominic Ngwesse, Nature Cameroon
Maliasili is a non-profit that supports local conservation organisations in Africa. Their latest report, “Rooting for Change: Strengthening Local-Global Partnerships in African Conservation,” documents the experiences of African conservation and natural resource CSOs with international partnerships.
The report found that effective partnerships are essential for conservation success in Africa. Partnerships can help to build capacity, share resources, and increase impact. However, the report also found that there are a number of challenges that can hinder the success of partnerships, such as power imbalances, cultural differences, and communication challenges.
The report recommends a number of strategies for strengthening local-global conservation partnerships, including:
The report also concludes by calling for a more equitable and inclusive approach to conservation partnerships. This means recognising and valuing the contributions of local communities and organisations, and ensuring that they have a meaningful say in the design and implementation of conservation initiatives.
We are proud to support Maliasili and their cohort of partners through the African Marine Leadership Programme and look forward to further collaborations.
