Regional action to improve the protection of pollinating insects and pollination services in Oxapampa - Poli-LAC

Expand management and governance practices in the Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve (BIOAY) to promote the ecosystem service of insect pollination in Peru. This initiative is part of the project «Regional action to improve the protection of insect pollinators and pollination services in Latin America and the Caribbean» (PoliLAC), led by the German Society for International Cooperation (GIZ) and implemented in 5 countries in the region (Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico, Paraguay and Peru).

Contributing
Entity:

Government of Germany, International Climate Initiative (IKI) and German Cooperation (GIZ).

In Peru, the project The regional Poli-LAC project is executed by the German development cooperation, implemented by GIZ, in partnership with Profonanpe, commissioned by the International Climate Initiative (IKI) of the German Federal Government. The IKI is attached to the Federal Ministry for the Environment, Climate Protection, Nature Conservation and Nuclear Safety (BMUKN).

Ministry of the Environment and Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation

The Poli-LAC regional project in Peru is led by the Ministry of the Environment (MINAM), the entity responsible for promoting sustainable development and the conservation of the country's natural resources. It works to address the challenges of climate change and ensure a healthy environment for all. The Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (MIDAGRI) also participates, promoting the sustainable development of the agricultural and rural sector for the benefit of rural communities. It fosters efficient water management, productive innovation, and food security in the country.

Executing
Entity:

Profonanpe

We are the first national private institution accredited by GCF, and the project is the first approved worldwide by this fund.

Location:

Pasco

Oxapampa

Beneficiary:

Local agents of the Oxapampa-Ashaninka-Yanesha Biosphere Reserve

Environmental and agricultural authorities (at the technical and political level); the agricultural sector, especially small and medium-sized enterprises and agricultural producers, private companies and their associations and professional networks in other sectors; communities in vulnerable situations (men, women, youth and older adults), conservation organizations and others linked to these communities; independent and associated beekeepers; the general public (rural and urban inhabitants).

Main
achievements

Signing and implementation of the Interinstitutional Agreement between the MPO and Profonanpe, strengthening institutional coordination for biodiversity conservation.

Installation of 2 Insect Hotels in Oxapampa and Villa Rica, as pilot actions for the protection of pollinating insects and environmental awareness in strategic areas.

Awareness of 301 people through 3 educational fairs, with a majority participation of women (67 %), on the importance of pollinating insects.

Identification and characterization of 84 bio-businesses with the potential to move towards sustainable production models aligned with pollinator conservation.

Strategic coordination with PROCOMPITE, promoting support and investment mechanisms that integrate the protection of pollinating insects into local productive initiatives.

Signing and implementation of the Interinstitutional Agreement between the MPO and Profonanpe, strengthening institutional coordination for biodiversity conservation.

Installation of 2 Insect Hotels in Oxapampa and Villa Rica, as pilot actions for the protection of pollinating insects and environmental awareness in strategic areas.

Awareness of 301 people through 3 educational fairs, with a majority participation of women (67 %), on the importance of pollinating insects.

Identification and characterization of 84 bio-businesses with the potential to move towards sustainable production models aligned with pollinator conservation.

Strategic coordination with PROCOMPITE, promoting support and investment mechanisms that integrate the protection of pollinating insects into local productive initiatives.

Documents
of the project

Complaints and Suggestions Handling Mechanism

Authors: Profonanpe

Publication date: 2025-08-01

This document establishes an integrated, accessible, and transparent process for receiving, addressing, and resolving complaints and suggestions from various stakeholders involved in the Poli-LAC project within the Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve (BIOAY). This mechanism aims to channel concerns arising from project activities and address them appropriately and promptly, fostering responsibility and commitment among all involved parties.

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Learn more about pollinating insects!

Authors: Poli-LAC

Publication date: 2025-12-22

The infographic explains what pollinating insects are and why they are essential for food production. It highlights their role in maintaining ecosystem balance, which is key to biodiversity and environmental sustainability. It also presents Pollinator-Friendly Practices (PFPs), promoted by the Poli-LAC Project in the Oxapampa-Asháninka-Yánesha Biosphere Reserve (BIOAY) in Peru. These practices aim to protect pollinators, encourage their conservation in the local environment, and generate benefits for both the community and nature.

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Complaints and Suggestions Mechanism

Authors: Poli-LAC

Publication date: 2025-12-22

The infographic presents the Complaints and Suggestions Mechanism (CSM) of the Poli-LAC Project, designed to receive and record comments. This procedure allows for the tracking of complaints or suggestions related to the project's activities. It summarizes the response process from initial registration to formal closure of each case, ensuring transparency. It includes the established deadlines for providing a response or solution, as well as the available channels for direct communication: contact with the team, in-person drop box, and institutional email. Additionally, it includes a QR code or link to access the full document.

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