In Colombia, rainforests face multiple threats, including gold mining, palm oil production, cocoa farming, and cattle ranching. These activities harm biodiversity and negatively impact ecosystems. At the same time, local organizations are working to preserve and protect these vital areas. One such organization is Serraniagua, which has been promoting sustainable agriculture and protecting Colombia’s natural resources since 1996.

Serraniagua has been a key partner in efforts to conserve the forests of Tatamá and the San Juan Basin. By connecting various protected areas, such as the Cerro El Inglés and Galápagos nature reserves, they work to strengthen the link between forests. This allows flora and fauna to move freely between different areas, ensuring long-term biodiversity.

The project, initiated with the help of Rädda Regnskog, has included several important efforts, such as updating management plans for the nature reserves and monitoring mammals. Measures have also been taken to manage conflicts between humans and predators, such as the jaguar, and to install systems to deter predators from communities. All these efforts aim to create a coexistence where humans and nature can live side by side.

Another central part of the work has been supporting local communities in their conservation efforts. By offering education, creating informative materials, and supporting small-scale projects, Serraniagua has helped strengthen local capacity to protect nature while improving the economic conditions for those living in the area.

In summary, through its long-term conservation efforts and collaborations, Serraniagua has created a model for sustainable development and protection of natural resources in the region. Their work has been significant in preserving biodiversity and enhancing the community’s ability to live in harmony with nature.