Social safeguards for protected area tourism: Safeguard measures for the protection of indigenous and local populations in sub-Saharan Africa

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This report was produced as one of the outputs of a study entitled ‘Strengthening and replication of ecotourism achievements in the protected areas of sub-Saharan Africa’. 

It does not constitute a new standard for social safeguards, but rather aims to provide a useful overview and background on a series of international best practices as well as outlining processes and tools for their application. The analysis is structured around different stages of the project cycle (from design and implementation to closure) and integrates best practices for screening, mitigation plans, monitoring, disclosure and grievance management.

The document was produced in 2023, intended as internal guidance for development cooperation officers. It is now made accessible to a broader public.