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There are opportunities to capture more experience from initiatives at the local level, which can support objectives of the NBSAP and strengthen national reporting. Further research on gender and biodiversity can usefully build on the knowledge base on gender and environment themes, and gender and climate change in particular. Research and sharing of experience are also needed to promote and strengthen understanding and awareness of the relevance of gender to biodiversity conservation and sustainable use in the nation context.

This map presents a summary of data published in that report (Marine Managed Areas in the Pacific (Govan et al, 2009)), as well as additional information that illustrates linkages between coastal communities & livelihoods, critical habitats & biodiversity and MMAs of Pacific Island Countries and Territories.