Help communities to conserve Peru's Dry Forests

Need

29,000 hectares of Peru's coastal dry forests are cleared every year, with key species of trees becoming endangered and valuable biodiversity lost. Low-income farming communities rely upon these forests for water, food, income, and protection from disasters such as landslides and floods. Only 3% of dry forests remain, increasingly impacted by climate change, agricultural expansion, and illegal logging of native trees for fuel. Communities require support to protect and manage these forests.

Long term impact

In the long-term, the project will restore up to 12 hectares of degraded land by 2024, and influence and protect over 1,350 hectares of local dry forest landscapes, reducing threats to endangered species and communities vulnerable to climate events. Additionally, at least 6 low-income, farming communities will possess the capacity to conserve dry forests and realise sustainable economic activities that enhance their income, with the ability to share their knowledge and skills with others.

About the Organization

A Rocha Peru is a Christian, non-profit organization that is committed to the environment. A member of the global family of A Rocha International, we work with local partners to carry out activities in conservation, environmental education, and applied research.

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