CIFOR in collaboration with the University of Indonesia and the University of Brighton, organized a discussion bringing together multiple actors related to the oil palm sector. Advocacy organizations, certification bodies, government agencies, indigenous communities, private sector representatives, researchers and women’s rights groups discussed the challenges and opportunities that oil palm represents for women.
Press releases
2017
CIFOR and IPB renew their commitment to Indonesian forests, science and development
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CIFOR and IPB renew their commitment to Indonesian forests, science and development Bogor (Indonesia), February 17, 2017…
Study shows that involving communities in mangrove management makes them more sustainable
Mangrove forests that incorporate local communities into their management fare better, a new study finds. Recognizing the importance of gender and community rights in mangrove use and planning prevents the deterioration of these fragile ecosystems.
Illegal logging continues to thrive worldwide and proliferate in domestic markets
MEDIA ADVISORY Illegal logging continues to thrive worldwide and proliferate in domestic markets 26 January 2017- A new report indicates that…