Trailing Appropriate Sustainable Development in Yasawa- Fiji Islands

Abstract

This paper primarily studies the difference between development and sustainability prospects involving the people of Yasawa Island with initiatives of appropriate natural resource management. To achieve sustainability we seek to empower people to take decisions involving social, economic and environmental aspirations with a consistent and holistic approach. Sustainable development practices should be pursued in all facets of development activities. Today the environment is threatened by the impact of development activities coupled with increased population growth and land use activities. Emphasis should be self-determined and development integrated that enrich people while safeguarding the authenticity of environment for the population today and tomorrow. The objective of the paper is proper land use and management of resources integrated with holistic development prospects combined with participatory decision making. A need has emerged for more sustainable planning, policies, and programs that consider proper resource management as well as the needs of the local communities. Data mostly qualitative has been collected by means of literature review for this paper. The outcome of the study is to benefit the village people today and generations of tomorrow with better resource management addressing the threats to the resources. Success should not be solely measured in financial or economic terms, rather have a balance between traditional and business obligations.