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Perceptions of Ecosystem Services and Conservation: The Role of Gender and Education in Northeastern Algeria

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  • Farrah Samraoui

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Ecology, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, BP 4010, Guelma 24000, Algeria)

  • Chahrazed Nahli

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Ecology, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, BP 4010, Guelma 24000, Algeria)

  • Sarra Snani

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Ecology, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, BP 4010, Guelma 24000, Algeria)

  • Riad Nedjah

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Ecology, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, BP 4010, Guelma 24000, Algeria)

  • Abdallah Aouadi

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Agronomy, Chadli Bendjedid University, El Tarf 36000, Algeria)

  • Yacine Rouibi

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Natural and Life Sciences, University of Msila, Msila 28000, Algeria)

  • Abdellatif Satour

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Ecology, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, BP 4010, Guelma 24000, Algeria)

  • Boudjéma Samraoui

    (Laboratoire de Conservation des Zones Humides, Université 8 Mai 1945 Guelma, Guelma 24000, Algeria
    Department of Biology, University of Badji Mokhtar, Annaba 23000, Algeria)

Abstract

Wetlands in northeastern Algeria’s Numidia region provide vital ecosystem services, yet their cultural and intangible values (e.g., spiritual or aesthetic benefits) remain under-recognized in policy and practice. This study explores how gender, education, occupation, and wetland protection status influence local perceptions of provisioning, regulating, and cultural ecosystem services. Based on surveys ( n = 552) across 12 wetland communities, results show that women place greater importance on cultural services, while those with higher education display more ecological awareness but less connection to traditional practices. Occupation and residence in protected areas also significantly shape valuation. These findings highlight the need for inclusive conservation strategies that integrate gender perspectives and local knowledge, promoting community-driven stewardship. This research supports more equitable and resilient environmental governance.

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  • Farrah Samraoui & Chahrazed Nahli & Sarra Snani & Riad Nedjah & Abdallah Aouadi & Yacine Rouibi & Abdellatif Satour & Boudjéma Samraoui, 2025. "Perceptions of Ecosystem Services and Conservation: The Role of Gender and Education in Northeastern Algeria," Land, MDPI, vol. 14(7), pages 1-15, July.
    • Handle: RePEc:gam:jlands:v:14:y:2025:i:7:p:1454-:d:1700567
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