What Do People Perceive
the Effect of MPAs Will Be on Their Jobs and Livelihoods?
When an MPA is created, the primary concern for most people is how
it might impact their lives. Their support for opposition to the MPA
could be based on this factor. While some may think their source of
livelihood is at risk, others may expect the MPAs to provide them with
more jobs and a better livelihood. Others may not see the impacts of
the MPA until decisions are made. MPA managers and staff need to understand
who will be impacted and how they will be impacted, and in some cases
address these expectations to avoid future conflict.
How Can Knowing This Help Me?
Knowledge of how people perceive the impacts MPAs might have on their jobs and livelihoods will help managers
- Identify the primary areas of fear and over expectations
- Determine which individuals are opposed to or support the MPA and why
- Focus education and outreach efforts
- Modify management strategies to reduce any negative impact on users
What Are Some Tools I Can Use?
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