Overview
Although full monitoring information was not available, the Programme is on track to achieve the majority of its targets. The results are substantial compared to the limited available resources, thanks to the mobilisation of numerous partners and synergies with other UNESCO, UN and non-UN programmes. The MAB Programme effects mainly benefit sustainable livelihood of populations and are mainly visible within the Biosphere Reserves, with little outreach. Their sustainability highly depends on the involvement and ownership of key local persons. The bottom-up nature of the MAB Programme is a key strength. Further efforts should be made to make the MAB Programme’s impacts visible and to support Biosphere Reserves and National Committees facing difficulties..