Assessing governance of biosphere reserves in Central Europe

摘要: Abstract The biosphere reserve (BR) concept, developed within UNESCO's Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme, represents a hallmark in seeking to reconcile conservation sustainable use of biodiversity. MAB Programme functioning mechanisms leave responsibility for translation its BR objectives management authorities participating countries. While shift broad social livelihood perspectives is emerging reflecting contemporary requirements larger territories including protected areas, it suffers from implementation deficits at local level. This study analyses governance structures highlight relevance institutional interaction successful application concept. We assess BRs Central Europe using qualitative interviews with stakeholders relevant actors. purpose test effectiveness vision business plan Data were systematised identify strengths weaknesses as well opportunities threats pertinent arrangements case studies. assessment shows that structural flaws system institutions are amplified by three revealed national matrices, professional expertise, communication efforts active participation management. There lack both vertical integration regarding authorities, sufficient appropriately trained personnel, funding political back-up implementation. conclude existing concept regions can be corrected enhancing among stakeholders, fostering pushing capacity development. Despite these context, should consider strengthen role National Committees hub facilitator dialogue on