The Framework for management effectiveness developed by the IUCN World Commission for Protected Areas was published in the first version of this Best Practice Guideline. It is further explained and interpreted, although not substantially altered, in this version. A number of key guidelines for good practice in evaluation are presented from many practitioners around the world, and important needs and directions for the future are identified.
Includes bibliographic references. Also available in English. Separate language editon.
The definitions of protected areas and related concepts in this title are out of date. Readers should consult BPG 21 and later titles for current definition.