Creating Effective Partnerships in Ecosystem-Based Management: A Culture of Science and Management

A successful ecosystem-based management partnership between the Hawai‘i Institute of Marine Biology and the Office of National Marine Sanctuaries, focusing on Papahānaumokuākea, demonstrates how organizational culture analysis can enhance collaborative communication among stakeholders. The study identifies key factors that facilitate effective integration of scientific research into management plans, such as symposia and semiannual reports, while also highlighting obstacles to success. By evaluating cultural differences and communication styles, the partnership provides a model for improving science-management integration in protected areas.

Wiener, C. S., Rivera, M. A. J., Toonen, R. J., Leong, J.-A. C., Kosaki, R. K., Karl, S., Keller, K., & Johnson, H. (2011). Creating Effective Partnerships in Ecosystem-Based Management: A Culture of Science and Management. Journal of Marine Biology, 2011, 1–8. https://doi.org/10.1155/2011/241610