INTRODUCTION Rosander (2008), states that illegal logging is linked to corruption and organized crime; it fuels poverty and restricts access to natural resources. In addition, it has economical, social and ecological impacts (Lawson & MacFaul 2010; Li et al. 2008; Rosander 2008; Sheikh 2008; World Bank 2008). The World Bank (2006) estimates that in developing […]

The Magic of the Chiquibul Telethon In 2013 one of our wildest dreams was to have 18 park rangers in place at FCD. The Park Manager, Derric Chan, being a vociferous leader, repeatedly made it known that to cover the range and to have a more impact oriented enforcement program it was vital to have […]

MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR There are moments in history that changes the way we see and do things, and this year has been one of many challenges with a moment that have made us revisit our strategies and interventions. The fatal incident that occurred in Caracol has marked, particularly for FCD, that optimum point […]