Implement a conservation program for nesting and foraging turtles in the kalpitiya peninsula

Ended Project Grant Awarded Last action

Award ID
F19AP00350
Recipient
Awarding agency
Obligated
$29,260

Award facts

Assistance listing
15.645 Marine Turtle Conservation Fund
Completion date
Originally
Funding
  • $11,700.00 Federal
  • $17,560.00 Non-federal
Place of performance
Sri Lanka

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Description

The intent of the project is to address the threats from accidental capture and resulting injuries and mortality from local fisheries. Activities include- (1) conduct 12 workshops to train fisherman in safe handling and release of marine turtles; (2) consult with fisherman to develop strategies and methods to minimize captures of sea turtles; and (3) conduct awareness and outreach campaign with schools, fisherman groups and local communities to raise awareness of sea turtle status and conservation issues as well as coastal biodiversity and sustainability.

Transactions

Action Federal Non-federal Date
Amendment $0 $0
Amendment $0 $8,780
Original award $11,700 $8,780

Quick answers

Who received award F19AP00350?

F19AP00350 was awarded to Bio Conservation Society by DOI Fish and Wildlife Service Headquarters Region 9 (Fish and Wildlife Service) on June 5, 2019.

How much is award F19AP00350 worth?

$29,260 has been obligated on F19AP00350: $11,700 in federal funding and $17,560 in non-federal funding.

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