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Sharkey W, Milner-Gulland EJ, Sinovas P, et al., 2024, A framework for understanding the contributions of local residents to protected area law enforcement, Oryx, Pages: 1-13, ISSN: 0030-6053
<jats:title>Abstract</jats:title> <jats:p>Terrestrial and marine protected areas have long been championed as an approach to biodiversity conservation. For protected areas to be effective, equitable and inclusive, the involvement of local residents in their management and governance is considered important. Globally, there are many approaches to involving local residents in protected area law enforcement. However, opportunities for comparing different approaches have been limited by the lack of a clear common framework for analysis. To support a more holistic understanding, we present a framework for analysing the contributions of local residents to protected area law enforcement. Informed by a review of the literature and discussions with conservation practitioners, the framework comprises five key dimensions: (1) the different points in the enforcement system at which local residents are involved, (2) the nature of local participation in decision-making, (3) the type of external support provided to local residents, (4) the different motivating forces for participation, and (5) the extent to which local participation is formalized. We apply the framework to three real-world case studies to demonstrate its use in analysing and comparing the characteristics of different approaches. We suggest this framework could be used to examine variation in local participation within the enforcement system, inform evaluation and frame constructive discussions between relevant stakeholders. With the global coverage of protected areas likely to increase, the framework provides a foundation for better understanding the contributions of local residents to protected area law enforcement.</jats:p>
Munteanu C, Kraemer BM, Hansen HH, et al., 2024, The potential of historical spy-satellite imagery to support research in ecology and conservation., Bioscience, Vol: 74, Pages: 159-168, ISSN: 0006-3568
Remote sensing data are important for assessing ecological change, but their value is often restricted by their limited temporal coverage. Major historical events that affected the environment, such as those associated with colonial history, World War II, or the Green Revolution are not captured by modern remote sensing. In the present article, we highlight the potential of globally available black-and-white satellite photographs to expand ecological and conservation assessments back to the 1960s and to illuminate ecological concepts such as shifting baselines, time-lag responses, and legacy effects. This historical satellite photography can be used to monitor ecosystem extent and structure, species' populations and habitats, and human pressures on the environment. Even though the data were declassified decades ago, their use in ecology and conservation remains limited. But recent advances in image processing and analysis can now unlock this research resource. We encourage the use of this opportunity to address important ecological and conservation questions.
Pienkowski T, Keane A, Castelló y Tickell S, et al., 2023, Supporting conservationists’ mental health through better working conditions, Conservation Biology, Vol: 37, ISSN: 0888-8892
Biodiversity conservation work can be challenging but rewarding, with potential consequences for conservationists’ mental health. Yet, little is known about patterns of mental health among conservationists and its associated workplace protective and risk factors. A better understanding might help improve working conditions, supporting conservationists’ job satisfaction, productivity, and engagement, while reducing costs from staff turnover, absenteeism, and presenteeism. We surveyed 2311 conservation professionals working across 122 countries, asking about experiences of psychological distress, working conditions, and personal characteristics. Over half were from and worked in Europe and North America, and most had university-level education, were in desk-based academic and practitioner roles, and responded in English. Heavy workload, job demands, and organizational instability were linked to higher distress, but job stability and satisfaction with one's contributions to conservation were associated with lower distress. Respondents with low dispositional and conservation-specific optimism, poor physical health, limited social support, women, and early-career professionals were most at risk in our sample. Our results flag important risk factors that employers could consider, though further research is needed among groups under-represented in our sample. We suggest ways employers and others might promote the positives and manage the risks of working in the sector, potentially supporting conservationists’ mental health and abilities to protect nature.
Maron M, Quetier F, Sarmiento M, et al., 2023, 'Nature positive' must incorporate, not undermine, the mitigation hierarchy, NATURE ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION, ISSN: 2397-334X
Baldwin-Cantello W, Tickner D, Wright M, et al., 2023, The Triple Challenge: synergies, trade-offs and integrated responses for climate, biodiversity, and human wellbeing goals, CLIMATE POLICY, Vol: 23, Pages: 782-799, ISSN: 1469-3062
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Pienkowski T, Keane A, de Lange E, et al., 2023, Psychological distress and workplace risk inequalities among conservation professionals, Conservation Science and Practice, Vol: 5, ISSN: 2578-4854
Workplaces can be sources of both stress and support, affecting employees' mental health and productivity. Yet, little research has investigated variability in workplace risk factors for poor mental health in conservation. We aimed to explore how patterns of psychological distress—a state of emotional disturbance—and associated workplace risk factors vary between conservation job roles. Working with three case study organizations in India, South Africa, and Cambodia, we surveyed 280 field-based, office-based, and research staff. Moderate or severe psychological distress was reported by 28.9%. Field-based practitioners reported a greater imbalance between workplace efforts and rewards (0.35 standard deviation (SD), 95% credibility interval (CI) 0.03–0.67) than their colleagues, which was associated with greater psychological distress (0.24 SD, 95% CI 0.10–0.39). After controlling for this mediated relationship, researchers reported greater psychological distress than field-based practitioners (0.37 SD, 95% CI 0.02–0.72). However, when accounting for all direct and indirect effects, there was no overall difference in distress between roles. Employers, funders, professional societies, and other institutions seeking to support conservationists' mental health should understand and offer support tailored to role-specific challenges. Doing so might enhance conservationists' wellbeing while strengthening their ability to reverse global nature loss.
Booth H, Ichsan M, Hermansyah RF, et al., 2023, A socio-psychological approach for understanding and managing bycatch in small-scale fisheries, PEOPLE AND NATURE, Vol: 5, Pages: 968-980
Newing H, Fisher M, Brittain S, et al., 2023, How can we advance equitable, rights-based conservation?, ORYX, Vol: 57, Pages: 273-274, ISSN: 0030-6053
Gupta T, Milner-Gulland EJ, Dias A, et al., 2023, Drawing on local knowledge and attitudes for the conservation of critically endangered rhino rays in Goa, India, PEOPLE AND NATURE, Vol: 5, Pages: 645-659
Kuiper T, Ngwenya N, Kavhu B, et al., 2023, Making adaptive management more user friendly to encourage manager buy-in, PEOPLE AND NATURE, Vol: 5, Pages: 684-698
Sackey HNK, McNamara J, Milner-Gulland EJ, et al., 2023, The bushmeat trade in northern Ghana: market dynamics, drivers of trade and implications for conservation, ORYX, Vol: 57, Pages: 216-227, ISSN: 0030-6053
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Kuiper T, Altwegg R, Beale C, et al., 2023, Drivers and facilitators of the illegal killing of elephants across 64 African sites, PROCEEDINGS OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY B-BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES, Vol: 290, ISSN: 0962-8452
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Nuijten RJM, Katzner TE, Allen AM, et al., 2023, Priorities for translating goodwill between movement ecologists and conservation practitioners into effective collaboration, CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE, Vol: 5
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Booth H, Ramdlan MS, Hafizh A, et al., 2023, Designing locally-appropriate conservation incentives for small-scale fishers, BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION, Vol: 277, ISSN: 0006-3207
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Taylor I, Bull JW, Ashton B, et al., 2023, Nature-positive goals for an organization's food consumption, NATURE FOOD, Vol: 4, Pages: 96-108
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Hazenbosch M, Sui S, Isua B, et al., 2022, Quantifying unintended effects of an agroecological research project on farmers' practices and social network in Papua New Guinea, PEOPLE AND NATURE, Vol: 4, Pages: 1592-1602
Khanyari M, Robinson S, Milner-Gulland EJ, et al., 2022, Pastoralism in the high Himalayas: Understanding changing practices and their implications for parasite transmission between livestock and wildlife, PASTORALISM-RESEARCH POLICY AND PRACTICE, Vol: 12, ISSN: 2041-7136
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Booth H, Mourato S, Milner-Gulland EJ, 2022, Investigating acceptance of marine tourism levies, to cover the opportunity costs of conservation for coastal communities, ECOLOGICAL ECONOMICS, Vol: 201, ISSN: 0921-8009
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de Lange E, Sharkey W, Tickell SCY, et al., 2022, Communicating the Biodiversity Crisis: From "Warnings" to Positive Engagement, TROPICAL CONSERVATION SCIENCE, Vol: 15, ISSN: 1940-0829
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Brittain S, Tagne CTK, Booker F, et al., 2022, Using scenarios-based interviews to predict changes in wild meat hunting and consumption in response to different alternatives projects, CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE, Vol: 4
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Milner-Gulland EJ, 2022, Don't dilute the term Nature Positive, NATURE ECOLOGY & EVOLUTION, Vol: 6, Pages: 1243-1244, ISSN: 2397-334X
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Brittain S, Rowcliffe M, Earle S, et al., 2022, Power to the people: Analysis of occupancy models informed by local knowledge, CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE, Vol: 4
Pienkowski T, Keane A, Kinyanda E, et al., 2022, Predicting the impacts of land management for sustainable development on depression risk in a Ugandan case study, SCIENTIFIC REPORTS, Vol: 12, ISSN: 2045-2322
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Oyanedel R, Hinsley A, Dentinger BTM, et al., 2022, A way forward for wild fungi in international sustainability policy, CONSERVATION LETTERS, Vol: 15, ISSN: 1755-263X
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Chausson A, Gurd H, Foley J, et al., 2022, Evaluating the impact of Warrior Watch: Behaviour change to promote human-lion coexistence, BIOLOGICAL CONSERVATION, Vol: 271, ISSN: 0006-3207
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Booth H, Powell G, Yulianto I, et al., 2022, Exploring cost-effective management measures for reducing risks to threatened sharks in a problematic longline fishery, OCEAN & COASTAL MANAGEMENT, Vol: 225, ISSN: 0964-5691
Gilman E, Hall M, Booth H, et al., 2022, A decision support tool for integrated fisheries bycatch management, REVIEWS IN FISH BIOLOGY AND FISHERIES, Vol: 32, Pages: 441-472, ISSN: 0960-3166
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Pienkowski T, Keane A, Castello y Tickell S, et al., 2022, Balancing making a difference with making a living in the conservation sector, CONSERVATION BIOLOGY, Vol: 36, ISSN: 0888-8892
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Brittain S, Tagne CTK, Roe D, et al., 2022, The drivers of wild meat consumption in rural Cameroon: Insights for wild meat alternative project design, CONSERVATION SCIENCE AND PRACTICE, Vol: 4
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Kisingo A, Wilfred P, Magige FJ, et al., 2022, Resource managers' and users' perspectives on factors contributing to unauthorised hunting in western Tanzania, AFRICAN JOURNAL OF ECOLOGY, Vol: 60, Pages: 277-288, ISSN: 0141-6707
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