Tag: forest management
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Decentralizing forest management : pretense or reality? : in the context of Forest rights act in India
Abstract: After more than a century of centralization, the Forest Policy of 1988 was the first step to hand back ownership of local resources to the local communities. More is needed to go beyond granting of recognition to ‘cultivated areas on forestland’. Author(s): Ghate, Rucha Source(s): , 27 p., ill., maps Published: 2009 Indiana university.…
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Authority over forests : empowerment and subordination in Senegal’s democratic decentralization
Abstract: Despite progressive new laws that transfer forest rights to rural councils, the Forest Service in Senegal continue to allocate access to lucrative forest opportunities to charcoal merchants. As a result, the councils cannot represent their populations and therefore cannot gain legitimacy. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): Development and change; 40(2009)1, p. 105-129 Development and…
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Analysis of Senegal’s draft forestry code : with special attention to its support for decentralization laws
Abstract: The effects of the Senegal’s Draft Forestry Code of 2009 on decentralization in the forestry sector is analysed. The analysis examines who is gaining what decision-making powers through this proposed reform in comparison with the previous code still in force. Author(s): Ribot, Jesse C. Source(s): , 59 p. Published: 2009 United States agency for…
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The benefits and constraints of participation in forest management : the case of Taita Hills, Kenya
Abstract: In 2007, local people’s perceptions about benefits and constraints of participatory forest management in the Taita Hills, Kenya, were investigated. Respondents felt that lack of updated information about management practices and legal rights, hampered both participation and conservation. Author(s): Himberg, Nina Source(s): , Fennia : international journal of geography; vol. 187, no. 1 p.…
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Does gender influence forest management? : exploring cases from East Africa and Latin America : paper
Abstract: A comparative study of varying proportions of women in forest user groups across 4 countries at varying stages of devolution shows that mixed female and male user groups may have the most positive impact on enhancing forest resource enhancing behaviour. Author(s): Mwangi, Esther; Meinzen-Dick, Ruth; Sun, Yan; Banana, Abwoli Source(s): , 35 p., ill.,…
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State building and local democracy in Benin : two cases of decentralised forest management
Abstract: The Benin decentralisation reform is outlined and issues of legitimacy, agency and power faced by local governments in forest resource management are discussed, using the cases of Lokoly and Toui-Kilibo. Author(s): Mongbo, Roch Source(s): , Conservation and society; vol. 6, no. 1 p. 49-61, ill Conservation and society vol. 6, no. 1 Published: 2008…
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Exclusion, poverty and inequality in decentralized Kenyan forests : bridging the divide
Abstract: This paper analyses the situation of women with regard to decentralization of forest management in Kenya. It highlights power relationships in gendered environments. Finally, it recommends strategies that can be used to overcome the constraints faced by women in NRM. Author(s): Obonyo, E. Source(s): , 21 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Indiana university. Digital…
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Decentralization and ignored local dynamics : a case study on CBFM in the Philippines
Abstract: An empirical study of community-based forest management (CBFM) in the Philippines was conducted to shed new light on how decentralized natural resource governance affects both user and non-user groups of a common resource. Author(s): Sugimoto, A. Source(s): , 9 p., ill., tabs Published: 2008 Indiana university. Digital library of the commons (DLC), [Bloomington, IN…
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A review of tools for incorporating community knowledge, preferences, and values into decision making in natural resources management
Abstract: The authors survey and evaluate selected participatory tools that have been proven effective in natural resources management and research with forest communities. Based on an analysis framework, each tool is evaluated and its strengths, weaknesses and adaptability examined. Author(s): Lynam, Timothy Source(s): , Ecology and society (E&S); vol. 12, nr. 1 [15] p., ill.,…