This chapter advocates for increased consideration of local level needs in the planning, execution, and monitoring of Forest Landscape Restoration (FLR). The predominant emphasis on environmental and ecological outcomes limits FLR’s potential to equitably and inclusively support a wide range of ecosystem services for local people and their landscapes, underscoring the persistent challenges and trade-offs in balancing local needs and global objectives. This chapter anticipates the significant consequences of disregarding local well-being in FLR initiatives by exploring three key questions: (1) What is the potential of FLR to enhance local livelihoods and well-being? (2) What are the existing challenges and trade-offs in connecting restoration efforts with local livelihoods and well-being? (3) What are some approaches to enhance the socio-ecological benefits and co-benefits of FLR initiatives? Addressing these questions leads to recommendations for giving greater attention to local needs and aspirations within FLR processes and outcomes.
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.1093/9780197683958.003.0008Altmetric score:
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Publication year
2024
Authors
Djoudi, H.; Djenontin, I.N.S.; Colfer, C.J.P.
Language
English
Keywords
forest rehabilitation, landscape conservation, restoration, livelihoods, local community
