CIFOR, acronym for the Center for International Forestry Research, is an international scientific research organization that focuses on the issues and challenges pertaining to forests and their sustainable management. CIFOR was established in 1993 as a nonprofit institution and is headquartered in Bogor, Indonesia. It works in collaboration with various stakeholders including governments, policymakers, NGOs, local communities, and the scientific community to conduct research and provide evidence-based knowledge and solutions to promote sustainable forest management.
CIFOR's primary objective is to improve the understanding of the role of forests in sustainable development and their contribution to climate change mitigation and adaptation. Its research encompasses a wide range of topics such as forest governance, forest landscapes, biodiversity conservation, livelihoods, forest and climate change, forest policies, and sustainable forest management practices.
The organization conducts multidisciplinary research, using a combination of social, economic, and environmental approaches, to generate evidence and knowledge that can inform decision-making processes at local, national, and global levels. It aims to bridge the gap between research and policy implementation by directly engaging with policymakers and providing them with relevant information to support the formulation of effective forest-related policies and strategies.
CIFOR's research findings and publications are widely recognized and serve as a valuable resource for governments, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers in the field of forestry and environmental management. The organization also plays a significant role in capacity building, training, and promoting dialogue among different stakeholders to foster sustainable forest management practices and enhance the well-being of forest-dependent communities.
