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TEN YEARS OF ACHIEVEMENT AT EL PILAR: 1992-2002

COMMUNITY AND NATURE AT EL PILAR:
	A PHILOSOPHY OF RESILIENCE FOR THE MAYA FOREST

Appendix VI: History of Community Participation

The development of El Pilar and the cross-border aspect is unique in the Maya forest and in Central America. El Pilar is now two contiguous areas protecting one cultural resource in two countries. This evolution has been an experience worth sharing and gives the overview of the events that have built the El Pilar Program. Key activites and steps are included. We undoubtedly leave some details out, but the compilation is comprehensive.

The sequence has focused on community and management activities as they relate to the research process at El Pilar. The outline of the major events over the past ten years is presented in the following table. Activities are shown by year demonstrate the parallel process and links in the development process.

Go to Historical Timeline of Research and Community Development at El Pilar

Table of Contents

Executive Summary | Understanding the Culture of the Maya Forest | The Maya Forest as a Garden | Community Participation and the Development of the El Pilar Archaeological Reserve for Maya Flora and Fauna | The Beginnings | The El Pilar Vision Unfolds | Managing One Resource in Two Countries | Community Opportunities | Inclusive Management Planning | Community Development Opportunities | Education in the Maya Forest | Asset Building and Livelihood Opportunities |The Way Forward |Reflections | Acknowledgements

Appendices

 Appendix I - Statutory Instrument for El Pilar |  Appendix II - CoCEP Advisory Team |  Appendix III - El Pilar Program Organization |  Appendix IV - Ten Years Asset Building at Be Pukte | Appendix V - List of AdEP Members |Appendix VI- A History of the Community Participation | Appendix VII - Acronyms |  Bibliography

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