International Conservation Foundation: Supporting Protected Areas Globally
This act establishes a new foundation to support the long-term management of protected and conserved areas outside the United States. Its goal is to raise funds and collaborate with local communities to ensure stable financing and better management of valuable ecosystems, which can indirectly impact global food security and stability. The foundation will operate independently of the government but with its support.
Key points
An independent foundation is being created to raise funds for nature conservation in other countries, including the management of national parks and reserves.
The foundation will support projects that create jobs and economic opportunities for local communities, especially indigenous peoples, in protected areas.
Supported projects must be tailored to the needs of local communities and include their consent, as well as meet international environmental and social protection standards.
The foundation will operate transparently, with a grievance mechanism and annual reporting to Congress, increasing its accountability.
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