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Man & the Biosphere (MAB)

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Man & the Biosphere (MAB)
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  • Biosphere Reserve Zonation

Biosphere reserves are physically organized into 3 inter-related zones in order to enable them to carry out complimentary activities related to conservation of biological diversity and sustainable use of natural resources.

These 3 elements are known as (1). the core area which is securely protected area for a long-term conservation of biological diversity, monitoring, research, awareness education, and other low-impact activities; (2). the buffer zone is usually situated surrounding or adjoining the core zone and used for ecologically-sound and cooperative activities, including environmental education, recreation, eco-tourism, and research; and, (3). the transition area is usually used for agricultural, settlement and other relevant activities, of which local communities, management agencies, scientists, non-governmental organizations, cultural groups, economic interests and other stakeholders work together to manage and develop the area`s resources in a sustainable manner.

The World Network of Biosphere Reserves: a challenge for improved conservation and sustainable management
Within the World Network of Biosphere Reserves, cooperative research, monitoring, exchange of information and experiences are promoted. The World Network of Biosphere Reserve is made up of a number of regional Biosphere Reserve sub-networks such as in East Asia, or thematic networks for example for studying biological diversity. Activities of the World Network are guided by the Seville Strategy for Biosphere Reserve, drawn up at the Experts International Conference on Biosphere Reserves organized by UNESCO and held in Seville, Spain in March 1995. This Strategy was set aside to support the future development of biosphere reserves at the global level. The Network is governed by a Statutory Framework formally adopted by the General Conference of UNESCO at its 28th session, in November 1995. This Framework defines the functioning of the World Network and foresees a periodic review of biosphere reserves. The review aims to encourage the national authorities concerned to revise the status and functioning of their biosphere reserves in the light of the Framework. The Statutory Framework has been formulated with the aims of enhancing the effectiveness of individual biosphere reserves and strengthening common understanding, communication and cooperation at regional and international levels.

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