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This policy brief by the International Institute for Sustainable Development outlines social and environmental safeguards for mangrove restoration to prevent ecological disruption and social harm, emphasizing that effective restoration requires scientific planning, inclusive engagement, and strong governance.

The Stockholm Environment Institute is implementing a 'living lab' in Montecristi, Dominican Republic, as part of the Resilient Coasts – Caribbean Sea project to rehabilitate mangrove and coastal lagoon ecosystems facing degradation and human pressure.

This report presents a sustainable asset valuation (SAVi) assessment of mangrove restoration in the Mallorquín Swamp in Barranquilla, Colombia, comparing nature-based infrastructure (NBI) against grey infrastructure alternatives over a 20-year period.

This policy brief by the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) discusses the integration of social and environmental safeguards into mangrove restoration projects to ensure climate resilience for both ecosystems and communities. It emphasizes that effective restoration must move beyond simple planting metrics to include biophysical variables and socio-economic indicators. The document provides a framework of safeguards based on Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) guidelines and illustrates their application through the Natur’ELLES project in Senegal, which focuses on gender equality, climate adaptation, and economic development.