Goals
In consideration of the Vision and Mission of the SVGCF, the SVGCF will work toward achieving the following Goals in the next five to seven years:
Key Strategies
To achieve its goals above, the SVGCF will apply five strategies
Strengthen PA management and governance capacity by supporting development, adequate resourcing, and implementation of PA management.
Support initiatives to educate children and youth.
Educate, train and support communities to enable conservation and livelihoods.
Encourage restoration of critical ecosystems in support of endangered and rare species (e.g. Union Island gecko).
Promote interagency coordination in support of conservation and protection of PAs.
GOAL 1 – Protect and Enhance Ecosystems
Protect and enhance critical ecosystems in St. Vincent and the Grenadines against threats inclusive of pollution, unsustainable development, climate change.
GOAL 2 – Strengthen the governance and management effectiveness of protected areas
Strengthen the effectiveness of St. Vincent and the Grenadines’ PAs to protect critical environments.
GOAL 3 – Create responsible communities
Educate, raise awareness and empower citizens of St. Vincent and the Grenadines to support conservation efforts.
GOAL 4-Create Sustainable Livelihoods
Provide funding and training to persons supporting conservation efforts.
