Building a community of practice for sustainability: Strengthening learning and collective action of Canadian biosphere reserves through a national partnership

Reed, Maureen G.; Godmaire, Hélène; Abernethy, Paivi; Guertin, Marc-André

doi:10.1016/j.jenvman.2014.06.030

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“…One of the most difficult issues in such integration is how various stakeholders can work together. Reed et al (2014) showed the importance of building trust and effective flow of information. In this respect, as the Shiretoko World Natural Heritage area case shows (Fig.…”

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Institutional and Economic Analysis of Japanese Fisheries Management and Its Expansion into Marine Ecosystem Conservation

Makino¹

2017

AGri-Biosci. Monogr. (AGBM)

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Institutional and Economic Analysis of Japanese Fisheries Management and Its Expansion into Marine Ecosystem Conservation

Makino¹

2017

AGri-Biosci. Monogr. (AGBM)

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“…These different actors are likely coming together to co-produce new insights and to make sense together of complex sustainability situations van der Wal et al, 2014). Similarly, cognitive learning may be linked to greater awareness of the values and worldviews of other actors in a governance setting, critical reflection on the situation at hand, and a willingness to be part of and support a more effective collaborative process (Reed et al, 2014).…”

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An Approach to Assess Learning Conditions, Effects and Outcomes in Environmental Governance

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We empirically examine relationships among the conditions that enable learning, learning effects and sustainability outcomes based on experiences in four biosphere reserves in Canada and Sweden. In doing so, we provide a novel approach to measure learning and address an important methodological and empirical challenge in assessments of learning processes in decision-making contexts. Findings from this study highlight the effectiveness of different measures of learning, and how to differentiate the factors that foster learning with the outcomes of learning. Our approach provides a useful reference point for future empirical studies of learning in different environment, resource and sustainability settings.

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“…Canadian BRs today are active organizations engaged in collaborative management for regional sustainability but they face significant challenges to operating as a national network including the lack of core funding, large geographic distance and multiple time zones, and cultural differences. However, their engagement in a national partnership initiative helped them identify common concerns, systematically evaluate and practices related to the provision of ecosystem goods and services, sustainability education, and sustainable tourism (Reed et al 2014). Canadian BRs raised their international profile in 2013 when they hosted the EuroMAB conference, showcased the outcomes of their partnership and demonstrated leadership in two key international networks-NORDMAB (a consortium of northern countries with BRs) and the Working Group for Indigenous Peoples.…”

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“…Additionally, I draw on a 2011 survey of the then-15 BR managers to better understand how they interpreted their mandate. The survey was conducted at the beginning of a 4-year action research project designed to help Canadian BR managers become more effective through social learning and networking strategies (Reed et al 2014). Managers came to their positions with backgrounds in natural and social science education, community organizing, and business.…”

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Conservation (In)Action: Renewing the Relevance of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves

Reed

2016

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The research and policy landscape for biodiversity conservation is changing. Protected areas are now expected to meet a broad range of objectives including effective and equitable management. In this new landscape, organizations strive to find ways to ensure the rights of local and Indigenous peoples are respected while conservation scientists have endorsed the need for platforms for international research and practice. For 40 years, a growing international network of sites support such research and practice, yet, it has been underutilized and largely ignored by scientists and decision-makers alike. To better understand this paradox, this article explores the evolution of the World Network of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves internationally and its application in Canada. Analysis of archived materials, a national survey of practitioners, and interviews with past and present members of Canada's national committee reveals an expanded mandate for biosphere reserves beyond conservation science and biodiversity protection. The article recommends that to support the expanded conservation agenda, biosphere reserves work with governments and conservation scientists to connect more effectively with global concerns and initiatives such as the Convention on Biological Diversity and Sustainable Development Goals; establish appropriate, reliable, and active transdisciplinary partnerships; and meaningfully engage a broader range of knowledge holders.

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Building a community of practice for sustainability: Strengthening learning and collective action of Canadian biosphere reserves through a national partnership

Cited by 53 publications

References 20 publications

Institutional and Economic Analysis of Japanese Fisheries Management and Its Expansion into Marine Ecosystem Conservation

Institutional and Economic Analysis of Japanese Fisheries Management and Its Expansion into Marine Ecosystem Conservation

An Approach to Assess Learning Conditions, Effects and Outcomes in Environmental Governance

Conservation (In)Action: Renewing the Relevance of UNESCO Biosphere Reserves

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