Institutional arrangements for forest management in Prinzapolka: relations between actors at different levels

Abstract

As a result of globalization and the particular forest management techniques used in the autonomous regions of Nicaragua, new opportunities for reforestation of community lands are emerging in Prinzapolka municipality.  Based on the six operational levels utilized in current forest management projects in Miskito communities, this paper analyzes the alliances between government agencies, international development initiatives, private companies and the native population. The cases analyzed include: 1. A high quality genetic reserve established for the protection of the Caribbean Pine and to support the generation of a market for certified seeds. 2.  A forestry project known as indigenous to indigenous supported by the Council of a Canadian tribal group.  3. An internationally certified concession for forestry exploitation.  4.  A project to develop plantations with a view to generating a carbon re­serve biomass. 5. A network of sustainable reforestation projects which promotes joint decentralized management. 6. The comprehensive implementation of the Mesoamerican Biological Corridor project.