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Exciting news for marine conservation enthusiasts! The Varuna Biodiversity Programme<\/u><\/a>, spearheaded by Expertise France and coordinated by R\u00e9serves Naturelles de France, has announced the launch of its 2nd call for companionship\/tutorship and microprojects. This initiative aims to foster collaborative efforts and support stakeholders engaged in the management of marine areas in the south-western Indian Ocean (SWIO) region.<\/p>\n Encouraging Biodiversity Conservation<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n At the heart of these calls lies the mission to promote coordinated actions for biodiversity conservation in the SWIO region. By providing opportunities for mentorship, knowledge exchange, and collective projects, Varuna_MPA seeks to strengthen the capacity of marine area managers and stakeholders to effectively preserve and manage biodiversity.<\/p>\n Who Can Apply?<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n If you’re a manager or stakeholder involved in the management of a Marine Protected Area (MPA), Locally Managed Marine Area (LMMA), or Voluntary Marine Conservation Area (VMCA), this call is for you! Whether you operate in the Union of the Comoros, France (Mayotte, R\u00e9union, Eparses Islands), Mauritius (Mauritius and Rodrigues), Madagascar, or Seychelles, you’re eligible to apply and contribute to marine conservation efforts.<\/p>\n Themes and Focus Areas<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n The scope of the calls encompasses various themes related to the operation and management of marine areas. Whether it’s enhancing monitoring techniques, developing sustainable tourism initiatives, or implementing community-based conservation strategies, projects that contribute to building skills and knowledge for better biodiversity management are welcome.<\/p>\n Important Details<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Deadline: Mark your calendars! The deadline for submitting applications is March 31, 2024, at midnight (UTC + 04:00).<\/p>\n How to Apply: Interested individuals or organizations can apply here<\/u><\/a>\u00a0for the tutorship programme and here<\/u><\/a>\u00a0for the Microprojects grants.<\/p>\n Join the Conservation Movement<\/i><\/b><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Now is the time to step up and make a difference in marine conservation. By participating in Varuna_MPA’s calls for companionship\/tutorship and microprojects, you’ll be part of a dynamic network committed to safeguarding the rich biodiversity of the SWIO region.<\/p>\n Dans le cadre du programme Varuna Biodiversit\u00e9<\/u><\/a>\u00a0coordonn\u00e9 par Expertise France, R\u00e9serves Naturelles de France lance son 2e<\/sup>\u00a0appel \u00e0 compagnonnage et au tutorat, ainsi qu\u2019aux microprojets d\u2019int\u00e9r\u00eat collectif \u00e0 destination des gestionnaires et acteurs impliqu\u00e9s dans la gestion des aires marines de la r\u00e9gion Oc\u00e9an Indien Occidental (OIO).<\/p>\n Le but de ces appels ? <\/strong>Encourager des efforts coordonner de conservation de la biodiversit\u00e9 dans la r\u00e9gion.<\/p>\n A qui est-ce destin\u00e9\u00a0? <\/strong>Tout gestionnaire d\u2019une aire marine ou acteur impliqu\u00e9 dans la gestion d\u2019une Aire Marine Prot\u00e9g\u00e9e – AMP, Aire Marine Localement G\u00e9r\u00e9e \u2013 LMMA, Aire Marine de Conservation Volontaire \u2013 VMCA de l\u2019OIO peuvent candidater.<\/p>\n Territoires \u00e9ligibles pour candidater\u00a0: Union des Comores, France (Mayotte, La R\u00e9union, les Iles Eparses), Maurice (Ile Maurice et Ile Rodrigues), Madagascar et les Seychelles.<\/p>\n Sur quelle th\u00e9matique\u00a0?<\/strong>\u00a0Dans tous les domaines en lien avec le fonctionnement et la gestion d\u2019une aire marine et qui contribuent \u00e0 l\u2019acquisition d\u2019une comp\u00e9tence ou connaissance pour am\u00e9liorer la gestion et la pr\u00e9servation de la biodiversit\u00e9 au sein de l\u2019aire marine.<\/p>\n Date limite de d\u00e9p\u00f4t des candidatures\u00a0: 31 mars 2024 \u00e0 minuit (UTC + 04 :00)<\/strong><\/p>\n Liens utiles<\/strong><\/p>\n Exciting news for marine conservation enthusiasts! The Varuna Biodiversity Programme, spearheaded by Expertise France and coordinated by R\u00e9serves Naturelles de France, has announced the launch of its 2nd call for companionship\/tutorship and microprojects. This initiative aims to foster collaborative efforts and support stakeholders engaged in the management of marine areas in the south-western Indian Ocean<\/p>\nLe 2<\/strong>e<\/sup><\/strong>\u00a0appel \u00e0 Compagnonnage\/ Tutorat et Microprojets d\u2019int\u00e9r\u00eat collectif de VARUNA_AMP est lanc\u00e9\u00a0!<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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