Currently, the Romanian Government is responsible for implementing the Habitat Directive. Due to inadequate funds and personnel, the process of establishing the Natura 2000 network has not reached its full potential. The involvement and cooperation between Romanian NGOs and the government is crucial to ensure proper and effective implementation of Natura 2000.

This grant gives scientists and specialists in a variety of Romanian NGOs a chance to come together and actively participate in the development of the Natura 2000 network. It will increase communications between the government and NGOs, as well as promote public awareness about the importance of the Habitat Directive.

To promote cooperation between the government institutions, stakeholders and NGOs, there are already meetings between the NGO Coalition Natura2000 Romania. This way priorities and proposals regarding the work plan and activities can be established during the meetings. There are also specialist meetings (7 groups) to develop documents relevant for the activity of the Coalition. Such as GIS and data anlysis. Other seminars and meetings will address the importance of lobbying and information sharing between scientists, decision makers, land owners and administrators. By increasing the role of NGOs and promoting communications among all the parties involved, natural areas can be better monitored. This in turn leads to improved management plans and more efficient conservation of the Romanian environment.

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