What is needed for Conservation: Initiatives at the University of

Goroka,PNGby Sangion Appiee Tiu

Outline

• Brief background of RCF

• Challenges

• Diploma in Environment & Conservation studies: – course design,

– types of graduate anticipated

• Lessons Learnt

Brief background of RCFNational NGOGoal – promote biodiversity conservation

Projects

- Crater Mountain WMA Project

- Conservation Education Program

Challenges

Adult population

Lack of well informed officers to effectively implement project activities

Diploma in Environment & Conservation Studies

Course design – 2 year program at UOG– Third year of implementation (since 2007)– 7 out of 16 courses designed by RCF. – 4 weeks work experience in the second year

Types of graduate anticipated

- Community/Conservation liaison officers

- Environmental advocators

- Community/environmental educators

- Teachers

- Others

Lessons learnt

The challenges in identifying relevant need areas and designing appropriate courses to meet these needs