Evaluation of Suitable Decision-making Methods to Select the Best Method for Parishan Wetland Restoration Management

Irregular agriculture and frequent droughts are the most important causes of drought in Parishan International Wetland. In order to restore this wetland, management actions are required, and the role of local communities and their participation in this serious matter will be very important. The purpose of this study is to identify the correct management option for the restoration of the Parishan wetland and to measure the level of participation and awareness of local communities in implementing the ecological approach. The target community is local communities living in the villages of Parishan Basin. A questionnaire was provided for social study, and to select the best decision-making option, SWOT and analytical hierarchy process (AHP) were used. In AHP, three criteria and three options were considered. Surveys of local communities showed that the attitude of the people of the region towards the restoration of the wetland and water transfer is positive, and 70% of the local people are willing to cooperate in the cases of changing the pattern of cultivation and applying restrictions. However, they do not want to close their wells. However, the ecological values of the wetlands are still unknown to them, and they need education. According to the SWOT method, the research strategy will be the diversity strategy (ST). According to the AHP, the most important criterion is environmental characteristics, and the most important option is agricultural management and then water transfer from Nargesi dam.