Mountain Spirit Nepal (MSN) and Snow Leopard Conservancy (SLC) recently agreed to closely collaborate in applying and practicing APPA concepts as an effective planning and development tool for engaging local communities in nature conservation, human wildlife conflict mitigation and livelihood improvement in Nepal.
SLC is primarily interested in promoting the use of the APPA concept and practice for advancing community-based snow leopard conservation, research, and education. Whereas, MSN intends to provide professional service on the application of APPA tools, preparation of community-based snow leopard conservation plans, assist local community groups in the implementation of plans, build capacity, facilitates and engage local communities in income generation, enterprise development activities and build strong linkages between protected area management authorities and snow leopard conservation group. The term of this MOU is three years, effective from May 1, 2016, through May 31, 2019.
