In line with GEF and UNDP requirements, this guidance document on Inclusive, Participatory and
Gender-Responsive Stakeholder Engagement provides a consistent and structured approach to
ensure that all relevant stakeholders are actively and meaningfully involved in every stage of BFP
development. It complements the UNDP Guidance Note on Stakeholder Engagement. The document
also includes a Gender & Social Inclusion Checklist with guidance on how to ensure a gender
responsive approach throughout the implementation of the project.
GUIDELINES
Payments for Ecosystem Services in Sri Lanka
A new guidebook from the Revenues for Nature (R4N) initiative explores how Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) can help bridge Sri Lanka’s biodiversity finance gap by rewarding those who protect nature. The guidebook moves beyond theory, showcasing real-world examples where businesses, communities, and government institutions are already investing in the ecosystems they depend on: These […]