SRP stalkholders grouping
In the SRP, international donors and government agencies hold the greatest influence, directing funding, policy approvals, and overall project strategy. Local communities, however, remain the primary beneficiaries, experiencing reduced climate vulnerability and improved wellbeing.
Manage Closely: The Ministry of Disaster Management and Relief, international donors, and the national SRP Project Steering Committee. They provide policy guidance, allocate resources, and coordinate activities. Their decisions are critical to project success.
Keep Satisfied: Other national ministries and central regulatory agencies. They oversee budgets and frameworks but are less engaged in daily operations. Proper engagement prevents political delays or resistance.
Keep Informed: Local communities, NGOs, civil society organizations, community leaders, and local government authorities. While lacking formal authority, their cooperation is essential for adopting alternative livelihoods, complying with conservation rules, and ensuring mangrove restoration success.
Monitor: Academic and research institutions, independent monitoring groups, and media outlets. They contribute research, data, and awareness but do not directly shape decisions or community behavior.
Power imbalances are evident. Despite being the main beneficiaries, local communities often lack formal decision-making authority. Marginalized groups—including women, the elderly, and forest-dependent households—are particularly at risk of exclusion. Inclusive and participatory engagement is therefore essential for project sustainability.