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The Role of Ngos Activities with Forest Conservation for Sustainable Development: Experiences from Bangladesh

S. Roy*
Department of Agroforestry, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202

K.K. Islam
Department of Agroforestry, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202

M.A. Wadud
Department of Agroforestry, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202

G.M.M. Rahman
Department of Agroforestry, Bangladesh Agricultural University, Mymensingh-2202

Abstract/ Executive Summary:

The study assessed the capability of NGOs ongoing programs towards species richness and biodiversity conservation in a sustainable way of rural households in Chattogram and Moulavibazar during 2014 to 2019. Data were collected from 330 IGA participating forest-dependent farmers, who were the member of different NGOs. The assessment was done using multistage random sampling. A total of 131 plant species were identified adjacent to twenty villages of evergreen and semi-evergreen forest, Sal forest and Mangrove forest areas of which 43 species were fruit-producing, 41 timber species, 29 fuelwood and ornamental species, 18 medicinal and species of spices. Most of the farmers (33%) preferred to plant fruit tree species for future plantation followed by timber species (31%). Diversity and abundance of fruit species were found higher in all homesteads. Seven livestock, seven poultry, and two pet animal species were recorded. A total of 46 species of cultured fish species were recorded. Besides, analysis of the existing management period indicates that farmers lack scientific information, almost every household presently follows traditional management systems. Finally, a homestead forest management plan, conservation of homestead species diversity through scientific management and obtaining training and support from government and NGOs, was found highly demandable by this study.

Keywords: Role of NGOs Activities, Forest Conservation, Sustainable Development, Bangladesh

Location: Chattogram and Moulavibazar

Start Date: 00-00-2014

End Date: 00-00-2019

Program Area: Conservation and Biodiversity

Commodity: Agroforestry

Objectives:

Both GO and NGOs activities have been playing a significant role in engaging forest dependant farmers in income generation activities, which were considered to assist them in having a more significant role in the family, especially with regards to improving the livelihood and homestead/forest resource conservation.

Methodology:

Chattogram and Moulavibazar covered by evergreen and semi-evergreen forest area, Tangail and Sherpur covered by Sal forest area and Sathkhira covered by mangrove forest area were the locales of this study. The study was conducted among forest dependant farmers of the study area and was considered as the population of the study. Multistage purposive and random sampling procedures were followed to obtain the desired sample. Having a minimum of three years of membership in different NGOs and took facilities to implement IGAs from aforesaid organizations. A sample from 330 forest dependant farmers constituted the actual sample of the study IGAs participation out of 3,330 poor households was selected following a random sampling procedure. Data were collected through a pretested interview schedule. In addition, focus group discussion (FGD), scored causal diagrams (SCDs), key informant interview (KII), interview schedule, and direct field observation were also employed to obtain necessary information. Data were collected from forest dependant farmers, who were the member of different NGOs (Caritas Bangladesh, BRAC, World Vision Bangladesh, Arannak Foundation and Palli Daridro Bimochan Foundation) selected by multistage random sampling procedure during May 2015 to July 2017. The collected data were cross-checked finally in a group meeting at every village involving people at various levels. In the present study, homestead biodiversity was evaluated considering mainly the plants, domestic animals, and fishes.

Source of Information: Studies in Humanities and Education SHE, (2020)1(1): 40 - 50

Article Link (Online Journal): https://doi.org/10.48185/she.v1i1.70

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Achievement/Findings:

The identification of the most prevalent and dominant fruit, timber, medicinal and other species is an important finding of the study. In this study, it is observed that the homestead plant composition, diversity, and species richness were medium level in the study areas. Therefore, there was a lack of scientific knowledge of the farmers, an absence of proper planning, and no specific goals. Comprehensive agroforestry planning, proper scientific management of plants using agroforestry cultivars are needed to promote plant and animal diversity. The government and NGOs should initiative a program for the conservation of forests at local levels.

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