The aim of this report is to summarize the scope and scale of ASM in protected areas and critical ecosystems worldwide, describe its known effects, document and study attempted solutions, and offer an initial set of recommendations. While this report provides background on some of the current issues in the ASM sector, it does not seek to provide a comprehensive overview of ASM around the world. Instead, this report focuses exclusively on ASM occurring in and around protected areas and critical ecosystems.

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

Publisher
Estelle Levin Limited & WWF

Region
Africa

Biome
Tropical

Forest Type
All forest types (natural and planted)

Primary Designated Function
Conservation of biodiversity