ERFP STRATEGIC PLAN Andreas Georgoudis 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

 1 st phase: discussions about the creation of ERFP  2 nd phase: establishment – organisation and action  Now? Enhance role and actions… 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Background (1)  1997 Vienna Discussions – need to establish a regional focal point  1998 Warsaw Light structure Respect national sovereignty  1999 Zurich An agreement has not been met 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Background (2)  2000, the Hague Creation of ERFP  2001, Cairo ERFP became operational 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Mission / Objectives  assist and enhance the AnGR activities of NFPs at European level  develop and maintain regular contact and exchange of relevant information on AnGR between European NFPs and with the Global Focal Point in Rome  stimulate the funding and organisation of regional projects, workshops and national programmes on AnGR within European Region  maintain liaison with the European Union, the Permanent Secretariat of the CBD and other bodies involved in the management of FAnGR 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Valuation of the current situation 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

SWOT analysis (1) STRENGTHS:WEAKNESSES: The ERFP is established and well recognised. ERFP has developed strong links between NCs. ERFP has developed strong links with FAO, EAAP, EU. ERFP are able to respond very quickly to EU demand. ERFP has a light structure without red tape, no need for higher management approval. ERFP has launched 11 projects in various domain of AnGR ERFP has developed 2 programmes in the frame of EU regulation 870/04. ERFP web site exists Good position of ERFP in AnGR cryopreservation approach. ERFP is not well-known, no reputation ERFP has a small staff and is even disconnected from others NCs. NCs have only 10% of their time to work in the frame of AnGR. Some countries have no official NC. The role of NCs in their countries is not well recognised. ERFP is vulnerable to one country decision. ERFP has not a permanent funding system. ERFP has not yet a database on AnGR ERFP has not established a clear situation with EAAP WG-AnGR. Lack of competitive strength. 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

SWOT analysis (2) OPPORTUNITIES:THREATS: The management of AnGR and conservation of biodiversity is an issue that attracts the attention of politicians / experts and the society. Some actions in the frame of EU regulation 870/04 are supported by EU. The new FP7 is being establishing by EU – DG research. FAO is finalising the SoW. FAO –ITWG-AnGr is postponed to December ERFP can be an example for others regions. Some countries ask for a more formal funding system. EFABIS is a step towards an integrated European database. New contacts and new work in collaboration with TAIEX EU New collaboration with European Environment Agency ERFP has not a substantial impact on EU policy. Not all the NCs have a substantial impact in the relevant structures of their own country working in the frame of AnGR. ERFP actions depend on FAO developments New EU regulations (like 870/04, 1750/99 etc..) Demands from EC, demands from developing countries and competitors vulnerabilities. Not flexibility to respond to new demands. Not well established interaction between EAAP- WGAnGR EFABIS is not yet adopted by NCs and countries Lack of Sustainable financial backing 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Role  More active role in the development of strategies related with AnGR - Enhance connection with EU Commission  Improve the involvement of NCs in ERFP activities  Strengthen their role in their countries ERFP is not well-known, no reputation ERFP has not a permanent funding system. Lack of competitive strength Role of NCs in country not well recognised Not substantial impact in the relevant structures 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  Annual Workshop – Annual Report Include a technical meeting of the projects coordinators with the secretariat and the SC Include a session on proposals for future actions A country report more useful for communication with the public 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  ERFP Website Continue to be hosted by BLE - New contract Further development as a useful tool for the work of NCs and other interested persons/bodies Organisation of a Workshop 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  Convention on Biological Diversity SEBI2010 – in collaboration with EEA, ECNC and UNEP-WCMC Develop a European Working Group regarding the specificity of AnGR in the frame of SEBI2010 A concerted action submitted under EU Regulation 870/04 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  European Commission Ensure the role of ERFP in the development of strategies related with AnGR  A concerted action submitted under EU Regulation 870/04 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  EAAP WG-AnGR Not established a clear interaction 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  European Database ERFP promotes the study, documentation, cataloguing and appropriate development of AnGR in Europe 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  Call for Action Successful over the years This format has fulfilled its role New proposal  Discussion on specific topics  Summarized  Decision on the Annual Workshop (special session)  Call for these specific actions 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Future Strategies and Workplan Activities  Actions to support NCs Not all NCs have substantial impact in the relevant structures in their country Proposal submitted under EU Regulation 870/04 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

Funding mechanism  Annual payment based on internationally accepted scales 12 th Annual Workshop for NCs, , Antalya, Turkey

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