Help improve the functional relationship between the Protected Area and its periphery, reconciling the needs of neighbouring populations with biodiversity conservation requirements.
Mission
Actions
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Defending the biodiversity of the Pendjari Biosphere Reserve alongside its managers
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Strengthening co-management
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Working to improve the economic and social wellbeing of neighbouring populations
History
The Union des AVIGREF is an umbrella organisation based in Tanguiéta, legally recognised as an association since 2001. It brings together 28 village associations located around the periphery of the Pendjari Biosphere Reserve.