Aug 21 2024 42 mins
Today we dive into the remarkable story of Mozambique's BIOFUND, a trailblazing conservation trust fund that has revolutionized biodiversity protection in the country. Join our conversation with BIOFUND's visionary leaders, Dr. Narciso Matos and Sean Nazerali, as they share insights on the fund's innovative approach to engaging local communities, fostering public-private partnerships, and achieving impressive financial growth.
Discussed in this Episode:
- BIOFUND's unique membership model for engaging conservation stakeholders
- Strategies for efficiently disbursing funds to support protected areas
- The critical role of conservation trust funds during crises like the COVID-19 pandemic
- Approaches for aligning community development with conservation goals
- Innovative finance mechanisms being explored, such as biodiversity offsets and a conservation credit card
- Vision for BIOFUND's future growth and impact in Mozambique and beyond