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March 2006
The Charles Darwin Foundation has undergone substantial change over the past ten years, occasioned by rapid changes in Galapagos that, in turn, have been triggered by economic and population growth. To keep step with these changes, the National Park Service and the CDF have modified their approach to move toward people-oriented conservation, in accord with the Special Law of Galapagos. At the same time, we have seen a period of important contributions to the conservation of Galapagos by bilateral and multilateral donors begin to decline, as funds are required for emergencies in other parts of the world. In response to these new and emerging challenges, the CDF has recognized the need to set a new course for change. In 2005, we began discussions with external stakeholders to help us strengthen alternative income sources, such as our travel partnerships and the support of individuals. We are also moving toward managing the institution more effectively, a process that will continue well into 2006. We began the year by appointing, on January 1, an executive management team that will lead institutional change. On January 11, the Board approved the CDF Strategic Plan for 2006-2016, giving us a clear framework for action. Our stakeholders have also responded well to the idea of change and welcome the renewed CDF vision and its changes in leadership. We are enthused about the idea of moving toward an institution that will conserve Galapagos while leading by example, being open and transparent, working closely with people, and focusing on excellence in all aspects of our work. We hope to see, in ten years’ time, a Galapagos that will serve as an example to the world: a Galapagos with strong local institutions, that makes decisions based on the available knowledge, and whose economic base is founded on sustainable and equitable businesses. We also hope to see a Galapagos with a strong island culture of collaboration, that understands the local ecology and the limits to growth, and whose people behave in a way consistent with living in these unique islands. We see the CDF supporting the development of this shared vision for the future of Galapagos by serving as the principal international institution in the islands that provides the information required for sound decision making, supports capacity building, and that helps build the island culture. I hope you find this vision reflected in this first edition of the CDF E-Newsletter for 2006. If you have any questions about the CDF please do not hesitate to contact us at cdrs@fcdarwin.org.ec All my best,
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