By Manoa Rajaonarivelo Restoring Madagascar’s forests: a community perspective Restoring forest landscapes is a crucial strategy for addressing climate change, preserving biodiversity, and supporting local livelihoods. Madagascar, home to unique ecosystems and diverse...
By Sarobidy Rakotonarivo My dear colleagues, Your words have touched me deeply. Thank you. Truly, thank you. Hearing such heartfelt sentiments means more to me than you can possibly know. It’s the greatest reward a mentor could ask for. While I’m...
By Sanda Anjara RAKOTOMALALA and Laura Fehizoro RAFANOMEZANTSOA The Community Governance Convention (CGC) process for the Itremo Massif Protected Area has reached a decisive moment. After two years of preparation—including mass community information sessions,...
By Sanda Anjara Rakotomalala After months of preparations, our team with Bangor University finally resumed the activities to pursue the establishment of the Community Management Agreement (or CGC) in the Itremo Massif Protected Area (PA) this September. Our team is...
By Henintsoa Rakoto Harison “Thankful – Grateful – Blessed” These are the three words that best encapsulate my journey since joining the Mitsilo lab team in October 2022. This lab has opened doors to opportunities beyond my wildest dreams—learning new things,...
