Common use of Regional Non-Site-Specific Priority Actions Clause in Contracts

Regional Non-Site-Specific Priority Actions. 1. Promoting Education and Awareness Given the large number of people living around and within the range of Cross River Gorillas, raising awareness about the value of conservation in general and the uniqueness of these gorillas in particular must be a major component of a long-term conservation programme. Education and awareness efforts already undertaken at a number of sites in Nigeria and Cameroon have contributed to a significant reduction of gorilla hunting. These initiatives have included regular radio broadcasts in the Bokyi language in Cross River State, Nigeria, the establishment of an “outreach” program in Cameroon, and the distribution of Cross River Gorilla conservation posters in both Nigeria and Cameroon. These efforts need to be continued and expanded. Priorities for Awareness Raising and Education Time Frame Funding needed • Further develop and expand conservation education and outreach programs throughout Cross River Gorilla range based on school conservation clubs, use of radio and TV broadcasts, and conservation / ape films shown to local communities. 5 years $160,0001 • Develop locally made Cross River Gorilla conservation film/DVD for use in local villages. 1 year $2,000 • Update education materials, such as posters and leaflets, at regular intervals. 5 years $15,000 • Creation of regular newsletters on conservation issues and activities. 5 years $8,000 1 In Cameroon, KfW , the German Development Bank, is currently contributing around €40,000 per year to conservation awareness activities in the 31 villages surrounding the proposed Takamanda National Park.

Regional Non-Site-Specific Priority Actions. 1. Promoting Education and Awareness Given the large number of people living around and within the range of Cross River Gorillas, raising awareness about the value of conservation in general and the uniqueness of these gorillas in particular must be a major component of a long-term conservation programme. Education and awareness efforts already undertaken at a number of sites in Nigeria and Cameroon have contributed to a significant reduction of gorilla hunting. These initiatives have included regular radio broadcasts in the Bokyi language in Cross River State, Nigeria, the establishment of an “outreach” program in Cameroon, and the distribution of Cross River Gorilla conservation posters in both Nigeria and Cameroon. These efforts need to be continued and expanded. Priorities for Awareness Raising and Education Time Frame Funding needed •  Further develop and expand conservation education and outreach programs throughout Cross River Gorilla range based on school conservation clubs, use of radio and TV broadcasts, and conservation / ape films shown to local communities. 5 years $160,0001 •  Develop locally made Cross River Gorilla conservation film/DVD for use in local villages. 1 year $2,000 •  Update education materials, such as posters and leaflets, at regular intervals. 5 years $15,000 •  Creation of regular newsletters on conservation issues and activities. 5 years $8,000 1 In Cameroon, KfW , the German Development Bank, is currently contributing around €40,000 per year to conservation awareness activities in the 31 villages surrounding the proposed Takamanda National Park.

Regional Non-Site-Specific Priority Actions. 1. Promoting Education and Awareness Given the large number of people living around and within the range of Cross River Gorillasgorillas, raising awareness about the value of conservation in general and the uniqueness of these gorillas in particular must be a major component of a long-term conservation programmeprogram. Education and awareness efforts already undertaken at a number of sites in Nigeria and Cameroon have contributed to a significant reduction of gorilla hunting. These initiatives have included regular radio broadcasts in the Bokyi language in Cross River State, Nigeria, the establishment of an “outreach” program in Cameroon, and the distribution of Cross River Gorilla gorilla conservation posters in both Nigeria and Cameroon. These efforts need to be continued and expanded. Priorities for Awareness Raising and Education Time Frame Funding needed • Further develop and expand conservation education and outreach programs throughout Cross River Gorilla gorilla range based on school conservation clubs, use of radio and TV broadcasts, and conservation / conservation/ape films shown to local communities. 5 years $160,0001 • Develop locally made Cross River Gorilla gorilla conservation film/DVD for use in local villages. 1 year $2,000 • Update education materials, such as posters and leaflets, at regular intervals. 5 years $15,000 • Creation of regular newsletters on conservation issues and activities. 5 years $8,000 1 In Cameroon, KfW , the German Development Bank, is currently contributing around €40,000 per year to conservation awareness activities in the 31 villages surrounding the proposed Takamanda National Park.