Implementing Year 5 of Kanashen Amerindian Protected Area Management Plan
Grant #
001-2025
Grantee
Kanashen Community Owned Conservation Area
Grant Value
GYD 22,130,000
Grant Terms
March 25, 2025 to February 28, 2026
Grant Description
This ongoing grant supports governance, monitoring, and cultural education. It includes salary support, patrols, and training for the new Toshao. A culturally grounded education programme is being developed to connect Wai-Wai identity with conservation.
Outputs
Paid salaries for KCOCA Manager and 12 rangers
Scheduled five ranger-led patrols
Transitioned leadership to Toshao Phillip Suse
Planned training workshops and annual reviews
Procured office supplies and aluminium boat
Developed Wai-Wai cultural education programme
