Table 1. Estimated effectiveness of conservation projects in Samoa based on the likelihood of achieving stated outcomes. Likelihood of achieving project outcomes % of all projects (n= 27) Demonstrated impact – high likelihood of achieving successful outcomes 22% •  e.g., removal of an invasive species at national level Achieved a significant amount that will contribute to outcomes 11% •  e.g., observed growth of mangroves by project manager and perception of success among local community committee Made some contribution to outcomes 41% •  e.g., some activities halted midway through implementation because of conflict between community and project staff; however training was completed Largely unsuccessful – achieved little that will contribute to outcomes 15% •  e.g., project terminated early because of a lack of implementation and mismanagement of funds Information insufficient to assess project outcomes 11%