Building sustainable and robust forest futures for people, planet and profits
Empowering Communities. Formalising Forest Economy.
About Initiative on the Forest Economy (IoFE)
We are a collaborative platform advancing research, dialogue, and solutions that drive inclusive forest-based economic systems. Our work strengthens forest governance while ensuring economic security for the communities who depend on them.
Our Latest Work
Andhra Pradesh Drives Economic Transformation Through Forest-Based, Women-Led Community Enterprises
To strengthen the local economy and forest-based livelihoods of tribal and other forest-dwelling communities, GoAP, in collaboration with IoFE, convened a high-level strategy meeting on July 23-24, 2025.
Women Transforming Forest Economy: The Sona Buru Jungle Producer Company’s Journey
The women-led Sona Buru Jungle Producer Company (SBJPC) aggregated and sold 38.15 tonnes of sal seeds for ₹11,97,432 to AAK India Private Limited (AAKIPL) in just one month of incorporation.
350 Women Shareholders Gather to Celebrate Jungle Producer Company’s Success
Pangi Valley's Annual General Meeting showcases the success of Himachal Pradesh's first women-led jungle producer company.
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Building Multi-stakeholder Partnership
