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Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMAs)
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Locally Managed Marine Areas (LMMAs)

IntermediateE-Learning·5 hours·6 modules · 24 lessons·
4.8 (147 ratings)

About this course

Dive deep into the design, implementation, and monitoring of Locally Managed Marine Areas. Learn how LMMAs can effectively protect biodiversity, restore fish populations, and support community livelihoods across Madagascar, Kenya, and other Blue Ventures regions.

Available in: English

What you'll learn

Design an effective LMMA for your community context
Apply monitoring and evaluation frameworks to track LMMA success
Engage diverse stakeholders in LMMA governance
Understand the biological basis for temporary closures and other management measures
Link LMMA outcomes to livelihoods and food security

Course Content

6 modules · 24 lessons · 5 hours

01Introduction to LMMAs
50 min
What is an LMMA?
15 min
The science behind temporary closures
20 min
Global LMMA case studies
10 min
Quiz: LMMA Basics
5 min
02Designing Your LMMA
60 min
Site selection principles
20 min
Boundary setting with communities
25 min
Management measure options
10 min
Quiz: Design Principles
5 min

Prerequisites

523
Completions
4.8
147 ratings
LevelIntermediate
Duration5 hours
FormatE-Learning
Modules6 modules
CertificateYes, upon completion

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