Sustainable use means use of species at a level in a way that maintains their viability to fulfil both present and future human needs, while avoiding or minimising negative impacts on ecosystems and species.

Livelihoods are the means through which people secure life’s essentials, draw on various assets like natural resources, social networks, and physical infrastructure, and are vital for rural communities living alongside wildlife.

Achieving sustainable use requires interdisciplinary collaboration to ensure a balance between human needs and ecological preservation.

Find out more about the challenges facing communities and why our work is needed.