LIVELIHOOD DEVELOPMENT FOR SUSTAINABLE FOREST GOVERNANCE IN NORTHERN LAOS

The recently proposed project will support the government in implementing two key strategies: the National Forestry Strategy, aimed at increasing national forest coverage and promoting sustainable forest management, and the Poverty Reduction Strategy, which focuses on improving the livelihoods of rural communities in Lao PDR.The government of Lao PDR is piloting REDD+ activities in six provinces in Northern Lao PDR, including Houaphan, Sayyabouly, Luang Prabang  Oudomxai, Luang Namtha, and Bokeo. These provinces are part of Lao PDR's Emission Reduction Programs. Provincial REDD+ Action Plans have already been developed for these areas. However, it remains uncertain whether local institutions will effectively implement REDD+ activities on the ground.This proposed project aims to support the implementation of REDD+ activities in two of these provinces, Houaphan and Sayyabouly, byinitiating and carrying out the activities outlined in their respective Provincial REDD+ Action Plans. Read more...

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Lao PDR

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May-2022 to May-2025

Objectives

Objectives

  • 1. The main objective of this proposed project is to support the government of Lao PDR in implementing the relevant framework and activities for climate change adaptation and mitigation. This includes promoting sustainable livelihood development in areas highly vulnerable to deforestation and forest degradation.

Activities

Create a favorable environment for the implementation of REDD+ activities in Lao PDR and achieve the above goals through activities such as organizing stakeholder workshops, formulating coordination roadmaps, integrating REDD+ activities into the work plans and nationally determined contributions (NDCs) of relevant organizations, and supporting the revision and dissemination of the national REDD+ strategy.

Improve livelihoods and reduce the drivers of agricultural deforestation by assessing the capacity gaps of institutions and technicians, providing agricultural extension training, offering financial support for sustainable agricultural development in lowland areas, and establishing village development funds to achieve these goals.

Implement climate change mitigation activities by formulating and enforcing village forest management regulations, investing in forest restoration, conducting awareness raising activities, and encouraging villagers to actively participate in forest management and restoration efforts.

[Expected] Results

Enabling Environment for REDD+ Implementation in Lao PDR: Creating the necessary conditions for effective REDD+ implementation, including regulatory frameworks, institutional support, and capacity building.

Livelihood Improvement and Mitigation of Agricultural Drivers of Deforestation: Enhancing sustainable livelihoods for local communities and addressing agricultural practices that contribute to deforestation.

Implementation of Climate Change Mitigation Activities: Carrying out activities that reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support climate change adaptation, in alignment with both national and international commitments.

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PIA Contact Information

  • PIA Name: Department of Forestry Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry Lao PDR
  • Person Name: Dr. Thoumthone Vongvisouk
  • Person Email: thvongvisouk@gmail.com

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Project Implementing Agency
Contact Person: Dr. Thoumthone Vongvisouk

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