Lessons Learned
Communication and the coordination of knowledge and information, facilitating access to up-to-date information and data, and the exchange of tried and tested methodologies and successes… Read More »Lessons Learned
Coral Reefs are under pressure from a diverse range of natural and human threats. This presents complex challenges for those tasked with their management, and means that not only coral reef ecosystems, but also people, must be considered in the management and protection of coral reef resources.
To encourage the use of the most up to date science, strategies and tools in the management of coral reefs, it is important that managers from across the globe are provided with opportunities to access new information, share their experiences, and to learn of successful strategies and best practices being conducted in other countries. It is also critical that the experiences of managers are effectively relayed to decision makers within governments to encourage the development of supportive environmental policy.
To respond effectively to the shared challenges, the international management community must join forces and learn from each other's efforts, while developing effective networks for a more coordinated approach to coral reef management.
ICRAN works to reach a broad audience on international, regional and local levels to:
The International Coral Reef Symposium (ICRS) is a major scientific conference focused on coral reefs worldwide, providing opportunities for resource managers and scientists to exchange experiences and ideas on coral reef science, management, and conservation. The 11th International Coral Reef Symposium took place on July 2008 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL.
Some examples of ICRAN management activities are listed below:
Communication and the coordination of knowledge and information, facilitating access to up-to-date information and data, and the exchange of tried and tested methodologies and successes… Read More »Lessons Learned
While there have been many important achievements and positive outcomes from previous coral reef related projects, a review of the common factors contributing to their… Read More »GEF Lessons Learned Project
ITMEMS3 Proceedings Visit the International Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management Symposium (ITMEMS) website to view the proceedings of ITMEMS3 online. Alternatively contact info@icran.org if you… Read More »The Third International Tropical Marine Ecosystem Management Symposium (ITMEMS3)
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are considered to be a useful tool in the protection and conservation of coral reef resources. To be effective, a protected… Read More »Training of Trainers in Marine Protected Area Management
ITMEMS 3 Speed Networking Session Effective communication among professionals is essential for the continued development and enhancement of coastal and marine management practices, the development… Read More »ITMEMS 3 Speed Networking Session
To improve marine and coastal resource management effectiveness in the South Asia region, stronger linkages are needed across sectors (between policy developers, scientists, managers, and… Read More »The South Asia Coral Reef Task Force