OECMS stands for Other Effective Area-Based Conservation Measures. OECMS are conservation measures beyond protected areas that effectively contribute to the conservation of biodiversity. They may include indigenous conserved territories, community-managed areas, privately protected areas, and other conservation initiatives.
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