Strategy and Action Plan for the Development of the System of Protected Areas of Georgia

The Strategy and Action Plan for the Development of the System of Protected Areas of Georgia is a national sectoral strategy. Its main vision is, by 2030, the system of the protected areas of Georgia is planned and managed according to the international standards and is a unified network of protected areas of a variety of status connected with ecological corridors, which are in harmony with the local communities and is effectively providing long-term natural and cultural services important for the human life. Among others, the Strategy also provides for forming an effective network of protected areas; improving the management of the system and its specific areas; long term conservation of biodiversity – protection of species and habitats and restoration as needed; sustainable management of natural resources in order to protect the local agricultural activities and to provide the livelihood services to the local communities; creating the recreational potential of protected areas and sustainable development of tourism; supporting the conservation of the historical and cultural value of the protected areas; and strengthening the support from the public and a variety of agencies.