Collaborative in Conservation An Initial Framework and Example Nick Salafsky Foundations of Success & Conservation Measures Partnership *** Note: This version of the presentation is missing some photos to keep the file size down. ***

Two Objectives of this Presentation 1.Provide an initial framework for thinking about collaboration in conservation 2.Illustrate this framework with experiences from the Conservation Measures Partnership

The Key Question …but is it really worth the investment? Collaboration sounds great in theory…

Sources for this Initial Framework 1. Behavorial biology and primatology 2. In Good Company (study of alliances) 3. FOS study of learning networks

1. Behavorial Biology and Primatology Pssst…if we work together we can beat that other group – enlightened self interest rules!

2. In Good Company – Study of Alliances Insert Cover of In Good Company Document

Principles for Effective Alliances u Simple is better u Clarity of goals is the starting point u Define and maintain clear roles and responsibilities u Secure strong leadership u Be prepared to adapt to changes

3. FOS Study of Learning Networks

Many Structures for Group Learning u Learning Networks u Communities of Practice u Emergent Learning u Learning Portfolios u Learning Organizations u Dynamic Networking u Virtual Teams

Our Basic Research Questions u What do these systems share in common? u How do they differ from one another? u Are there basic principles that we can apply to learning networks in conservation?

Purpose and Degree of Formality

Focus The Locally Managed Marine Area (LMMA) Network

Focus The Locally Managed Marine Area (LMMA) Network

Membership and Size Insert photo of LMMA Social Contract

Communication FISH FOR THE FUTURE? 1st LMMA Workshop August 2000, Suva, Fiji

Communication

Coordination

Cost and Funding Sources

Some Key Factors That Differentiate Networks u Purpose and Formality u Focus u Membership & size u Communication u Coordination u Cost & funding sources

Our Key Findings u Different learning needs require different types of learning networks u You need to match your type to your needs

Sources for this Initial Framework 1. Behavorial biology and primatology 2. In Good Company (study of alliances) 3. FOS study of learning networks

Towards an Initial Framework: Key Questions to Ask in Any Collaboration u What is the purpose of your collaboration? u What are the criteria for membership? u What is the optimum size? u Who will coordinate the work? What other roles and responsibilities are there? u How will you communicate? u How will you make decisions and manage common property? u How will you fund your activities?

Two Objectives of this Presentation 1.Provide an initial framework for thinking about collaboration in conservation 2.Illustrate this framework with experiences from the Conservation Measures Partnership

Our Vision Transform the practice of conservation by developing, testing and sharing tools to credibly assess and improve the effectiveness of conservation investments.

Why Did CMP Form? u Demonstrate our effectiveness u Learn faster u Adopt best-practices u Make conservation more efficient u Avoid duplication of effort

How Did CMP Form? u Needs-driven - GCP-USAID, SCB 2002 u Organic u Committed individuals u Common interests u US-based international conservation NGOs u Inclusive, but focused

Our Approach u Develop Common Standards  strategic planning and management processes  conservation impact and state assessment u Develop New Tools  credible conservation audits  strategic indicator selection

Our Products 1. Conservation “Rosetta stone” 2. Open standards for the practice of conservation 3. Audit standards 4. Accounting for conservation investments 5. Indicators A.Global B.Management effectiveness indicators

Rosetta Stone & Lexicon

Biodiversity targets The biodiversity situation you intend to influence through your project activities. Impact of your project can be measured at the biodiversity target level. AWF:Focal targets The elements of biodiversity at a site and the natural processes that maintain them. Includes species, communities, or large-scale ecological systems. Targets are assessed in terms of size, condition, and landscape context using TNC Excel Workbook. CI:Conservation outcomes The effective conservation of species, areas, and corridors which are conservation targets necessary to ensuring the long-term persistence of biodiversity within our global priority areas. TNC:Focal conservation targets The elements of biodiversity at a site and the natural processes that maintain them. Includes species, communities, or large-scale ecological systems. Targets are assessed in terms of size, condition, and landscape context using TNC Excel Workbook. WCS:Landscape species Species that use large, ecologically diverse areas and have significant impacts on the structure and function of natural ecosystems. WWF:Long-term goals Targets that encompass: (1) representation of all distinct natural communities; (2) maintenance of ecological and evolutionary processes; (3) maintenance of viable populations of species; and (4) resiliency in the face of large-scale periodic disturbances and long-term change. On a 50-year time frame.

Benefits of CMP Membership u Capitalizes on collective experience u Pools lessons from ongoing projects u Achieves economies of scale u Avoids duplication of effort u Promotes rapid diffusion u Provides support for internal reforms

Towards an Initial Framework: Key Questions to Ask in Any Collaboration u What is the purpose of your collaboration? u What are the criteria for membership? u What is the optimum size? u Who will coordinate the work? What other roles and responsibilities are there? u How will you communicate? u How will you make decisions and manage common property? u How will you fund your activities?

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