This study aims to investigate the socioeconomic issues of a protected area and determine the income as well as participation of the local stakeholders in conservation. It was conducted at seven villages in Hamedan province in the midwest part of Iran. The results may help the conservation and maintenance of biological diversity, natural and cultural resources as well as management of the region.

Type of Case
Printed publication (book, sourcebook, journal article…)

Publisher
Environmental & Socio-economic Studies - Journal

Region
Asia Pacific

Biome
All

Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)

Primary Designated Function
All