Multi-generational efforts at heritage management, respecting nature, developing a vibrant, resilient seafaring community through entrepreneurship, sustainable development and social enterprise; always future oriented especially for food sovereignty and survival in harmony with nature
E-mail: contact@belizemangrovealliance.org | Phone: +501-605-6569
Vega Inn and Gardens
Contact
Ninon Martinez
E-mail: maria@vega.bz
Tel: (501) 613-8342
Office: Caye Caulker
Website: www.vegabelize.com
Protection
Mangrove Species: Mangrove ecosystems
Location: Caye Caulker
Land Tenure: Private lands (Vega Inn and Gardens, Belize Family Forest), Caye Caulker BTIA Mini Reserve
Area Protected: 30+ acres
Multi-generational family mangrove protection and restoration since the 1850’s and into the future
Restoration
Mangrove Species: Red mangrove, Mangrove ecosystems generally
Restoration Site: Mangroves in front of Vega Inn and Gardens
Land Tenure: State owned / public land
Number of Participants: 30 people
Sectors Engaged: CBOs, NGOs, Village Leaders, Environmental Groups, Youths, Tourism Sector, Fishing Sector, Private Sector
Education
Mangrove Species: Red, black and white mangroves, Mangrove ecosystems generally
Location: Caye Caulker
Targeted Audience: Youths, Tourism sector, Private sector
Number of participants: Approx. 150 people
Mangrove Species: Red, black and white mangroves, Mangrove ecosystems generally
Location: Caye Caulker
Targeted Audience: CBOs, NGOs, Village Leaders, Environmental Groups, Youths, Tourism Sector, Fishing Sector, Private Sector
Projected Number of participants: Est. 500,000 people over the five years