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Amrullah Rosadi1,2, Paul Dargusch1, Taryono Taryono3
1School of Earth and Environmental Science, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, QLD 4072, Australia.
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
|October 27, 2022
Summary
Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) benefit ecosystems and marine life but also impact coastal community livelihoods. Understanding diverse stakeholder perceptions is crucial for effective MPA management and sustainable prosperity.
Area of Science:
- Marine conservation science
- Socio-economics
- Coastal community development
Background:
- Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are established for ecosystem improvement and marine life benefits.
- MPAs significantly influence coastal community social economies and livelihoods, affecting prosperity.
- Research often under-assesses the socio-economic impacts of MPAs on local communities.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the socio-economic impacts of MPAs on coastal communities.
- To understand the perceptions of different stakeholder groups regarding MPAs.
- To highlight the importance of stakeholder perceptions in MPA planning and implementation for community prosperity.
Main Methods:
- Comparative analysis of stakeholder perceptions (Influential Stakeholders vs. Non-Influential Stakeholders).
- Assessment of socio-economic dynamics influenced by MPA implementation.
- Case study in Gili Matra, Indonesia, focusing on tourism-dependent communities.
Main Results:
- Divergent perceptions among influential and non-influential stakeholders regarding MPA objectives and management.
- Potential for conflicting management approaches due to differing stakeholder stances.
- The socio-economic leverage of MPAs requires careful consideration of community impacts.
Conclusions:
- Stakeholder perceptions are fundamental for successful MPA planning and implementation.
- Addressing contradictory objectives between stakeholder groups is essential for effective MPA management.
- MPAs can sustain community prosperity if socio-economic impacts and diverse perceptions are integrated into policy.
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