Effective forest restoration requires more than planting trees; it demands strong governance, accountability, and coordinated action. The Governance, Monitoring, and Resource Mobilization component of MFC-ICLIP ensures that the programme is implemented efficiently, transparently, and sustainably, with all stakeholders working toward shared goals.

Multi-Stakeholder Coordination and Roundtables:
Restoring the Mau Forest is a complex task that involves multiple actors, including national and county governments, community forest associations, NGOs, private sector partners, and research institutions. Through regular coordination forums and roundtables, MFC-ICLIP fosters collaboration, aligns priorities, and ensures that everyone involved can contribute effectively to restoration, conservation, and livelihood initiatives.

Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) Framework:
To track progress and guide decision-making, the programme implements a robust MEL framework. This system monitors ecological recovery, socio-economic impacts, and programme performance, providing real-time insights to improve interventions. By integrating learning into every stage of the programme, MFC-ICLIP can adapt strategies to emerging challenges and ensure lasting impact.

Communication, Visibility, and Stakeholder Engagement:
Clear and consistent communication is vital to sustaining support and building trust. MFC-ICLIP actively engages communities, partners, and the public through awareness campaigns, reporting, and participatory platforms. This transparency encourages accountability, fosters community ownership, and highlights the programme’s achievements and lessons learned.

Establishment of the Mau Water Fund:
To secure long-term financing for forest conservation and restoration, MFC-ICLIP is establishing the Mau Water Fund, a sustainable financing mechanism. This fund will support continuous restoration activities, climate adaptation projects, and community initiatives, ensuring that financial resources are available beyond the programme’s initial 10-year timeline.

Expected Result:
By combining strong governance, transparent monitoring, and sustainable financing, this component ensures that MFC-ICLIP delivers measurable results, maintains accountability, and mobilizes resources effectively to protect the Mau Forest Complex for generations to come.