Published 1 July 2024
Buckie Got It, St. Kitts, and Nevis News Source
MAN AND THE BIOSPHERE (MAB) PLANNING COMMITTEE MEETINGDISCUSSES ST. MARY’S BIOSPHERE REVIEW.
Basseterre, St. Kitts, Monday, July 01, 2024: The Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Planning
Committee convened a series of meetings on Monday, July 1, to discuss the forthcoming review
of the St. Mary’s Biosphere. This critical meeting brought together key stakeholders to deliberate
on the strategies needed to ensure the effective management of the biosphere.
A significant highlight of the meeting was the participation of Mrs. June-Marie Mow Robinson,
a consultant sent by UNESCO. Mrs. Robinson’s presence underscored the importance of the
review and the global commitment to preserving the unique ecological and cultural landscapes of
the St. Mary’s Biosphere.
During the meeting, the committee outlined several key objectives for the review, focusing on
biodiversity conservation, sustainable development, and community engagement. Mrs. Robinson
provided valuable insights and recommendations based on UNESCO’s extensive experience in
managing biosphere reserves worldwide.
The next steps include detailed field assessments and stakeholder consultations to collect data for
the review.
