This category highlights the participation of local residents, visitors and partner institutions in conservation efforts across Pontal do Sul and Ilha do Mel. It features activities that connect the community to nature, including educational workshops, citizen-science initiatives and collaborative projects led by the Ilha do Mel Nativo – Guardians of Native Bees and Coastal Biodiversity. The goal is to strengthen local stewardship and inspire long-term commitment to protecting coastal ecosystems and native pollinators.
Community Engagement
Species in the photo: Mandaçaia (Melipona quadrifasciata) – Brazilian native stingless bee. Photo credit: Denis Ferreira Netto. Originally published by: Secretariat for Sustainable Development of Paraná (SEDEST/PR).