This module is intended for forest and land managers and stakeholders in all sectors involved in joint efforts to reduce deforestation. It provides specific guidance on the analysis of deforestation drivers and how to address them at different scales, and what forest managers can do within their spheres of influence and control. Readers may find it helpful to read this module in conjunction with the Reducing Forest Degradation module.
This module was developed with the kind collaboration of the following people and/or institutions:
Initiator(s): Maria Ruiz Villar - FAO, Forestry Department
This module was revised in 2018 to strengthen gender considerations.
Initiator(s): Gender Team in Forestry
Reviewer(s): Maria Ruiz Villar - FAO, Forestry Department