Define the initial management vision Phase I Preparation and Initial Conceptualisation Step 4 © Christina Lehmann 2014

Credits and conditions of use 4. Define the initial management vision2 You are free to share this presentation and adapt it for your use under the following conditions: You must attribute the work in the manner specified by the authors (but not in any way that suggests that they endorse you or your use of the work). You may not use this work for commercial purposes. If you alter, transform, or build upon this work, you must remove the Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management logo, and you may distribute the resulting work only under the same or similar conditions to this one. © Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management, 2014 The Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management strongly recommends that this presentation is given by experts familiar with the adaptive management process in general (especially as designed as the Conservation Measures Partnership’s Open Standards for the Practice of Conservation) as well as the MARISCO Method itself. This material was created under the leadership and responsibility of Prof. Dr. Pierre Ibisch and Dr. Peter Hobson, co- directors of the Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management, which was jointly established by Eberswalde University for Sustainable Development and Writtle College. Compare: Ibisch, P.L. & P.R. Hobson (eds.) (2014): The MARISCO method: Adaptive MAnagement of vulnerability and RISk at COnservation sites. A guidebook for risk-robust, adaptive, and ecosystem-based conservation of biodiversity. Centre for Econics and Ecosystem Management, Eberswalde (ISBN ). 195 pp. - The Powerpoint Presentation was conceived by Christina Lehmann and Pierre Ibisch. Authors of graphs and photographs are indicated on the corresponding slides. Supported by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH on behalf of the Bundesministerium für wirtschaftliche Zusammenarbeit und Entwicklung (BMZ).

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Learning objectives 4. Define the initial management vision4 Participants understand the use of defining a joint management vision to create a consensual orientation and motivation of the working group and stakeholders for the further more detailed planning process (defining management goals, strategies, activities and objectives). Participants have a clear understanding of a vision statement (in contrast to conservation goals or objectives) and have the skills to develop one with a team.

? Outline What does defining the initial management vision mean? Why do we define the initial management vision? How do we define the initial management vision? Practical Tips 4. Define the initial management vision5

? What does defining the initial management vision mean? First formulation of ideal future management and condition of the area of interest and desired outcomes Inclusion of concrete ideas and important aspects 4. Define the initial management vision6 Vision © Christina Lehmann 2014

? Why do we define the initial management vision? Helps to orientate activities, and management goals and objectives Stimulates consensual strategic thinking which builds the baseline for goal formulation 4. Define the initial management vision7 Result: More effective and easier start for a detailed situation and vulnerability analysis in “Phase II” © Christina Lehmann 2015

? How do we define the initial management vision? Setting of ideal-seeking outcomes Vision ≠ Goal/ Objective → must not be too prescriptive (no timelines or outcomes) but open and encouraging Formulating ideal conditions for biodiversity and human wellbeing → strive for the best result 4. Define the initial management vision8 Reflection of holistic approach → all aspects can be considered Recommendation: Record agreed upon management visions on a white poster for display until planning and/or vision-revisiting are complete © Pierre Ibisch 2014

? Practical Tips Visions may be written as complete short paragraphs, sentences and bullet points Keep vision visible throughout the rest of the first workshop as well as the second one A short coffee break for reflection and exchange should follow this step 4. Define the initial management vision9 © Microsoft © Christoph Nowicki 2013 © Christina Lehmann 2014 © Pierre Ibisch 2014