Participatory Socio-Ecological Mapping for Nature Restoration
Participatory Socio-Ecological Mapping for Nature Restoration
Mapping technologies like drones are powerful tools for nature restoration, but they often miss the human perspective.
Local communities hold valuable knowledge about land use, traditions, and priorities that remote sensing alone cannot capture.
This presentation explores how participatory mapping can integrate local voices into spatial planning, ensuring more effective and equitable restoration efforts. It highlights the importance of trust-building, community engagement, and balancing conservation with livelihoods.
Dr. Eric Mensah Kumeh, Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Oxford, shares insights from Ghana’s mosaic landscapes, demonstrating how inclusive approaches to mapping can lead to better outcomes for both people and nature.