Nature for All

As part of the project, DAPHNE organized the collection of data on habitats and species that are subject to protection in Sites of Community Importance (SCI) but for which information was lacking. At the same time, we are preparing to establish a system for assessing the impact of management measures on species and habitats as part of the implementation of management plans for Sites of Community Importance.

The DAPHNE Institute of Applied Ecology, in cooperation with the State Nature Conservancy of the Slovak Republic (ŠOP SR), is also responsible for environmental education. The goal is to strengthen the capacities of staff at protected areas and educators at eco-centers, information centers, and nature centers; to prepare materials on endangered species and habitats for schools; and to organize various events for the public. We have created an educational program on Natura 2000 species and habitats called “Get Your Paws Moving.”

To raise awareness about nature conservation and the Natura 2000 network, DAPHNE produces reports, articles, social media posts, and videos that introduce the rare sites and species, the lives of people managing Sites of Community Importance, as well as the work of experts in collecting important data on species occurrence and the condition of habitats in Natura 2000 sites.

The official name of the project is the Integrated LIFE-IP NATURA 2000 SVK Project (LIFE19 IPE/SK/000003). Detailed information can be found on the project website.