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Assessing community engagement in conservation efforts and its psychosocial impacts in Kenyan wildlife reserves.

March 12, 2026Open Access

Community Engagement in Conservation Sanctuaries: A Psychosocial Assessment in Kenyan Wildlife Reserves

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Assessing community engagement in conservation efforts and its psychosocial impacts in Kenyan wildlife reserves.
Mixed-methods approach including surveys, interviews, and focus groups.
Data gathered from local communities across different wildlife reserves.
Examination of community perceptions and challenges regarding conservation.
Active engagement observed in 45% of surveyed households.
Communities view conservation efforts positively but report resource allocation issues.
Recommendations include enhanced education programs and fair tourism benefits distribution.

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Community engagement in conservation efforts is crucial for wildlife preservation in African sanctuaries. A mixed-methods approach including surveys, interviews, and focus groups was employed to gather data from local communities. Community involvement varied significantly across reserves; active engagement was observed in 45% of surveyed households. Communities perceive conservation efforts positively but face challenges related to resource allocation and cultural sensitivities. Enhanced community education programmes and fairer distribution of benefits from tourism are recommended for improved participation. community engagement, psychosocial impact, wildlife sanctuaries, Kenyan reserves

Community Engagement in Conservation Sanctuaries: A Psychosocial Assessment in Kenyan Wildlife Reserves

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