Laos NKS Wetland Water and Ecological Village Project Proposal Summary

NKS Wetland Water and Ecological Village Project Proposal Summary

Project Title:
NKS Wetland Water and Ecological Village Project

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Objective:
The project aims to protect the biodiversity of the NKS Wetland in Vientiane, Laos, promote sustainable community development, and prepare the NKS Wetland for nomination as an ASEAN Heritage Park. Through wetland restoration, eco-tourism development, community engagement, and education, the project seeks to foster environmental conservation and stimulate local economic growth.

Key Activities:

1. Wetland Restoration and Biodiversity Assessment – Restoration of ecosystems and biodiversity monitoring using the METT tool.
2. Community Capacity Building and Education – Providing training and education on sustainable resource management.
3. Eco-tourism Development – Developing eco-tourism infrastructure and planning community-based tourism programs.
4. Environmental Education and Awareness Raising – Organizing educational activities on environmental protection and sustainability for local residents and visitors.
5. ASEAN Heritage Park Nomination Preparation – Preparing and submitting documentation for NKS Wetland’s nomination as an ASEAN Heritage Park.

Expected Outcomes:

• Improved ecosystem health and biodiversity conservation of the wetland.
• Enhanced community capacity for resource management.
• Economic stimulation through the development of eco-tourism.
• Increased international recognition of NKS Wetland as an ASEAN Heritage Park.

Key Partners and Collaborating Organizations:

• Vietnam: HASOVPA, SCODE, RECOFTC, Ton Duc Thang University (TDTU)
• Laos: AFDC, RECOFTC, National University of Laos (NUOL)
• Cambodia: RECOFTC
• Thailand: RECOFTC
• Malaysia: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), REDAC, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)
• Indonesia: Universitas Diponegoro (UNDIP), Institut Teknologi Sepuluh Nopember (ITS)
• Korea: Pukyong National University (PKNU), Silla University, CWCA, KEHWA

Sustainability:
After project completion, the sustainability of economic and environmental benefits will be ensured through community-driven resource management and eco-tourism operations.