In this episode, we travel to Madagascar, where efforts are underway to designate several areas as UNESCO Biosphere Reserves. These sites aim to blend ecological conservation with local community development, offering a model for sustainable practices in one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.

We hear from volunteer expert Djafarou Ali Tiomoko, Director of Pendjari National Park, and Hélène Le Brun from the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme. Djafarou shares his experiences from a recent mission to Madagascar, where he and his colleagues worked closely with local stakeholders to navigate the complex process of becoming part of the World Network of Biosphere Reserves.

Hélène explains the importance of Biosphere Reserves and how they serve as models for balancing conservation with sustainable development.

This episode also takes us to the heart of Madagascar’s conservation efforts, exploring how local communities, science, and policy are coming together to protect the island’s incredible biodiversity while promoting long-term sustainability.

Tune in to discover how Madagascar’s journey to becoming a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve can inspire global solutions to environmental challenges.

An episode hosted by Katharine Lovatt and produced by Ilse Campos and Emmanuel Rudowski.

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