Building Sustainable and Robust Forest Futures for People, Planet, and Profit
Empowering Communities. Formalising the Forest Economy.
About the 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
A Historic First: Bamboo Sale from Community Forest Rights Area Through a Tribal Women-Owned Producer Company
A landmark bamboo sale from Nandurbar showcases how tribal women-owned enterprises are turning Community Forest Rights into sustainable livelihoods and economic empowerment
Sona Buru Jungle Producer Company Holds First Annual General Meeting in Simdega, Jharkhand
The first AGM brought together over 1,600 stakeholders, highlighting the strength of women-owned forest enterprises in advancing sustainable livelihoods and community growth.
BIPP–ISB and Terviva Partner to Strengthen Karanj-Based Forest Value Chains through Women-Owned Enterprises
The three-year collaboration will improve market systems, institutional capacity, and supply chain efficiency to create sustainable livelihood opportunities in forest-dependent communities.
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Building Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships
