The study identifies four key effects—Goodwill, Governance, Debt Cycle, and Human Capital—that mediate the relationship between financial inclusion and community conservation.
Financial inclusion was found to improve community governance and increase financial security, enhancing the overall effectiveness of conservation efforts.
Financial activities within Community Governance Bodies (CGBs) positively impacted health and education, which, in turn, boosted participation in conservation initiatives.
Community finance programs can break the debt cycle for small-scale farmers and fishers by strengthening and making their livelihoods more sustainable.
The findings suggest that integrating financial inclusion activities into conservation programs can address broader social-ecological issues, making it a valuable tool for community-based conservation, especially in rural areas.
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