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Environment and development in coastal regions and in small islands |
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Environment and development in coastal regions and in small islands |
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CSI papers 1
Community Based Approaches to Beach Management in St. Lucia
Keith E. Nichols, Department of Fisheries,
Christopher Corbin, Ministry of Planning, Development &
Environment,
St. Lucia
Abstract
Problems facing beaches in St. Lucia, such as erosion, beach sand mining, shoreline alterations and pollution are discussed within an Island Systems Management Approach. Since there is no clear authority in St. Lucia for the management of the use of beaches, a community participation approach is discussed. It is proposed to establish local management authorities which will consist of government agencies, community groups, schools, non government organizations, hotels and the private sector to provide for solutions to some of the problems facing beaches.
