By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Explain the concept and significance of CBNRM
• Engage communities in participatory planning and management of natural resources
• Develop and implement CBNRM strategies that contribute to poverty reduction and environmental sustainability
• Design and implement monitoring frameworks for CBNRM plans
• Resolve conflicts arising from resource management issues within communities

Overview of Natural Resources 

• Definitions and types of natural resources 

• Importance of natural resources to ecosystems and human societies 

• Overview of global natural resources distribution 

Introduction to CBNRM 

• Definition and evolution of CBNRM 

• Key principles and objectives of CBNRM 

• Ecological, social, and economic benefits 

• Case studies of successful CBNRM 

Participatory Planning and Community Engagement 

• Importance of community involvement in CBNRM planning  

• Stakeholder mapping  

• Techniques for participatory planning and decision-making 

• Resource assessment and mapping with community input 

• Problem identification and analysis 

• Developing action plans and timelines 

• Allocating resources and responsibilities 

• Building community capacity and leadership 

• Conflict resolution and consensus building 

Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Adaptive Management 

• Implementing CBNRM plans 

• Monitoring and evaluation frameworks 

• Performance indicators 

• Monitoring and evaluation planning 

• Learning and feedback mechanisms 

• Adaptive Management Practices 

Policy, Governance, and Institutional Frameworks 

• Policies and laws supporting CBNRM at local, national, and international levels 

• Institutional arrangements for CBNRM  

• Governance structures and decision-making processes in CBNRM 

• Role of external support (NGOs, government programs, international donors) 

Economic Development through CBNRM 

• Role of CBNRM in economic development 

• Income-generating activities linked to natural resources 

• Sustainable livelihoods and poverty reduction strategies 

Environmental Sustainability in CBNRM 

• Environmental conservation and sustainable use of resources 

• Biodiversity protection and ecosystem services 

• Climate change adaptation and mitigation in CBNRM 

Day-to-Day Management Practices 

• Sustainable practices for managing natural resources 

• Maintenance and enforcement of management plans 

• Record-keeping and reporting 

• Community-led initiatives and success stories 

Case Studies and Field Trips 

• Field trips to local CBNRM initiatives 

• Meetings with community leaders and Project Managers 

This course is designed for a diverse group of professionals including;

• Project Managers and staff
• NGO staff
• CBO staff
• Government officials
• Policy Makers and Planners
• Community leaders
• Climate scientists
• Private sector professionals

This training course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields of practice. The course employs a mix of methodologies including presentations, group exercises, case studies, and much more. Group work is an essential component of the course. The course is designed to be primarily workshop-based, in which participants can work through tasks and problems that mimic their daily activities. Instructors are there to facilitate the group work, addressing real-world concerns.

At Virgon Africa, we believe in experiential learning. We value active participation in our courses through sharing experiences, ideas and practices.