Challenging the win-win discourse on conservation and development: analyzing support for marine protected areas
This study uses data from focus groups, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews at 3 marine protected areas in the Philippines
Abstract
Conservation designations such as protected areas are increasing in numbers around the world, yet it is widely reported that many are failing to reach their objectives. They are frequently promoted as opportunities for win-win outcomes that can both protect biodiversity and lead to economic benefits for affected communities. This win-win view characterizes the dominant discourse surrounding many protected areas. Although this discourse and the arguments derived from it may lead to initial acceptance of conservation interventions, this study shows how it does not necessarily result in compliance and positive attitudes toward specific protected areas.
This research was supported by the Ecosystem Services for Poverty Alleviation (ESPA) programme
Citation
Chaigneau, T., Brown, K., Challenging the win-win discourse on conservation and development: analyzing support for marine protected areas, Ecology and Society, vol.21, issue7, 2016