By Jocelyn Matunhay | Project Coordinator
As an island country in the Pacific, our greatest fear is the unfavorable climate conditions that severely impacts coastal communities.
Since OISCA pioneered the mangrove planting program in 1998, we have been engaging local communities to be more alert and proactive in the protection of shorelines and local resources. Our greatest concern is the preservation of the existing forests and reefs to be able to support the many forms of ecosystems around us, particularly the people itself for now and for the future.
The GlobalGiving donations enabled us to work with vulnerable communities through climate change adaptation programs. These initiatives helped empowered communities. We were able to reach out and involve local communities who were always been susceptible from natural disturbances, including strong winds during cyclone season. The mangroves that we helped planted serve as natural barriers and wind breakers that slow and reduce threats to coastal dwellers.
Our efforts were recognized by the government on which we believe will greatly impact the progress of our activity.
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