CTI MPA Learning Network Kicks Off Activities in Bali

 The CTI-CFF Marine Protected Area (MPA) Learning Network conducted its first round of activities in Bali, Indonesia, on March 26–30, 2012, in conjunction with the 3rd CTI Regional Exchange on Designing and Supporting Regional and National MPA Systems. Network members visited Nusa Penida MPA and learned about effective tools and management practices, including data collection and zoning processes, public consultation and government commitment, and the development of a learning site.

Members also discussed specific activities needed to advance the Coral Triangle MPA System over the next 12–18 months. The Bali-based Coral Triangle Center (CTC) led the learning network activities on behalf of the CTI-CFF, focusing on building members’ MPA management capacity. The establishment of the CTI-CFF MPA Learning Network, led by the CTC, was finalized during the CTI Learning Network Planning Meeting in Manila in March 2011. Subsequent reviews of related learning networks and consultations with key MPA stakeholders within the Coral Triangle helped define priority services and activities.

The CTI MPA Learning Network is supported by the US CTI Support Program under its small grant facility. Visit the CTC website for highlights of these learning network activities.

Caption: CTI MPA Learning Network members listen to a community member discuss setting up a learning site at the Nusa Penida MPA
Credit: CTC