The summer of 2025 has once again placed Albania at the centre of a wildfire emergency. By the end of July, over 12,600 hectares of land had burned, and by mid-August, the total area scorched had reached 55,154 hectares (EFFIS 2025). Entire villages in Gramsh and Delvinë were evacuated, fires threatened beloved protected areas such […]| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
For the sixth consecutive year, the Macedonian Ecological Society (MES) has successfully coordinated the seasonal mowing of wet meadows in the Prespa region. This is a vital conservation effort delivered in collaboration with the Municipality of Resen, Ezerani Nature Park, Galicica National Park, local livestock farmers and agricultural communities. This year’s mowing campaign resulted in […]| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
“The documentary film titled Harmony Between People and Nature – Monument of Nature Vevchani Springs (2025) explores the profound and inseparable connection between the people of Vevchani and the natural monument — Vevchani Springs. Through testimonies from prominent figures and residents, the film reveals the richness of the natural, cultural, and historical heritage of this […]| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
Albania is working hard to improve the management of its protected areas and achieve the objectives outlined in their Management Plans. These efforts are supported through a partnership between PONT and the National Agency for Protected Areas (NAPA). As part of this, a thorough mid-year review of the grant programme was conducted. During this review, […]| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
On the 29th May 2025, the Municipality of Resen hosted a cross-border coordination meeting bringing together management authorities of all protected areas in the Prespa region. Supported by the Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust (PONT), the event was held at the municipal offices in Resen and served as an important opportunity for authorities to share the […] The post Strengthening Borders for Nature: Resen Hosts Prespa’s Protected Area Authorities appeared first on Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust.| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
2024 has marked another significant chapter in the ongoing efforts to protect and preserve the natural and cultural heritage of the Prespa region. Through the continued implementation of our major transboundary conservation project (supported by PONT) in collaboration with our PrespaNet partners from Albania and Greece, the Macedonian Ecological Society (MES) advanced its goals for […] The post Prespa in Focus: 2024 Conservation Highlights from the Macedonian Ecological Society appeared fir...| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
In a significant step toward strengthening cross-border conservation efforts, the first joint patrol mission was carried out on June 30, 2025, across the Sharr-Korab mountain massif, connecting the protected areas of Mavrovo National Park in North Macedonia and the Korab-Koritnik Protected Area in Albania. This milestone is part of the project “Protection and Sustainable Use […] The post Stronger Together: Cross-Border Effort Boosts Sharr-Korab Conservation appeared first on Prespa Ohrid ...| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
“Nature is not simply a resource for human use, but a community to which we belong.” The “Unë, Gruaja” Association organised an awareness-raising activity with students from the University in Korça city on the topic “Ecotourism and ecosophy as pathways of sustainable economic development and environmental awareness in the community”. The activity brought together 26 […] The post Ecosophy: How we can live differently with nature appeared first on Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust.| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
Remzie Noka, a member of the rural women’s group in Kukes, has benefited from a grant dedicated to the cultivation of yellow gentian (Gentiana Lutea) within her village. Like many residents of Novosej (a village in Korab-Koritnik National Park), Remzie earns a significant part of her family’s income from harvesting Medicinal Aromatic Plants (MAPs). Recently, […] The post Sub-Grants as a Catalyst for Impact: Connecting Conservation and Community Development leads to effective Protected A...| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
The health of any protected area is inherently linked to its management. Effective governance is not just a responsibility; it is crucial for preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable practices. This understanding has guided the approach taken at Shar Mountain National Park, located in the picturesque Shar Mountains of North Macedonia, known for its rich biodiversity […]| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
PONT is a Conservation Trust Fund dedicated to conserving the PrespaOhrid region covering parts of Albania, the Republic of North Macedonia and Greece.| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
On June 3rd and 4th, a comprehensive Training for Trainers workshop on Holistic Landscape Management and Restoration was successfully held, bringing together approximately 25 participants from various local organisations. Attendees included representatives from REC, ALCDF, INCA, PPNEA, Eco Albania, CNVP, World Vision Albania and PONT, all committed to advancing sustainable environmental practices in the region. […]| Prespa Ohrid Nature Trust
