Nalma Village, Nepal. Photo: Mokhamad Edliadi/CIFOR

In 2017 CIFOR helped influence new subnational, national and international policy processes on the sustainable use of forest landscapes, and mobilized thousands of people around the Global Landscapes Forum and other key events worldwide.

Our strategic combination of rigorous research, capacity development and targeted outreach and engagement brought science to policy processes on peatland fires and oil palm in Indonesia, and tree plantations in Peru – as well as to global decisions on sustainable wild meat and the value of forests for food security and nutrition. Global comparative research is uncovering patterns in REDD+ initiatives and tenure reform processes in countries across Africa, Asia and Latin America. Other key highlights include migration, gender, inclusive business models, and online mapping tools for transparency.

Read the full report for more about CIFOR’s ongoing search for answers to the world’s thorniest problems – and how a focus on forests and landscapes can help solve them!

THE TIME IS NOW FOR BLUE CARBON, RESTORING AFRICA’S LANDSCAPES AND TURNING COMMITMENTS INTO ACTION

The Global Landscapes Forum is soon tackling three issues paramount to curbing global greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation and degradation.

• Dig deep into policymaking around carbon stocks of coastal ecosystems at the Blue Carbon Summit in Jakarta on 17–18 July.
• Register now for GLF Nairobi on 29–30 August to help push AFR100 and other restoration initiatives toward success.
• GLF Bonn 2018 dates now announced! Leading up to COP24 on 1–2 December, come together with millions of others to accelerate action on major global climate commitments.

Visit GLF for more information on how to attend or tune into livestreams for change-making discussions, panels, Digital Summits and more.