International Training on Tenure Security for Better Forestry

Applying the Voluntary Guidelines on the Responsible Governance of Tenure (VGGT) to strengthen forest tenure and sustainable forest management.

Course Background

Secure land and resource tenure is widely recognized as a foundation for sustainable forest management.
When forest users have clear and secure rights, they are more likely to invest in long-term stewardship.
Conversely, insecure tenure often leads to forest degradation and undermines global climate and development goals.

ECAS Institute recognizes tenure security as a powerful incentive for responsible forestry.
This course builds capacity to apply the Voluntary Guidelines on the Responsible Governance of Tenure (VGGT),
a globally endorsed framework for improving tenure governance in forestry.

Course Objectives

Explain national and global forest challenges linked to tenure insecurity.

Understand tenure concepts and VGGT principles.

Apply VGGT principles to strengthen forestry, especially non-state forestry.

Conduct forest tenure and governance assessments.

Identify additional resources on forest tenure and the VGGT.

What You Will Learn

Connections between forest challenges and tenure systems.

Core tenure concepts and VGGT principles.

Strengthening forestry through VGGT application.

Methods for improving tenure-related data quality.

Forest tenure and governance assessment techniques.

Accessing additional VGGT and forest tenure resources.

Duration and Program

This structured training course consists of four lessons designed to support learners
in understanding and applying VGGT principles for strengthening forest tenure.
Detailed session schedules will be communicated prior to training commencement.

Target Participants

This course is designed for a wide range of forestry stakeholders, including:

National land and forest policy makers and technical advisors

Forestry practitioners and programme managers

Non-governmental and civil society organizations

Forest user groups and producer organizations

Private sector forestry companies

Forestry academics and students

Training Modules

LessonModuleKey Focus1Secure Forest Tenure and Global Goals Links between tenure security, sustainable development, climate action,
and forest management challenges.2The VGGT and Forestry Tenure concepts, VGGT principles, and strengthening non-state forestry.3Assessing Tenure Using the VGGT Tenure and governance assessment methodologies and data quality improvement.4VGGT Best Practices Practical examples, implementation strategies, and further resources.

Training Style

The course is delivered through lectures, PowerPoint presentations, case studies,
field visits, breakout sessions, and interactive discussions. Guest speakers provide
real-world insights both in person and via online platforms.

General Notes

Training manuals and reference materials are provided.

Participants receive a certificate upon successful completion.

Tailor-made courses are available for organizations.

Contact: info@ecasiafrica.org

About ECAS Institute

ECAS Institute delivers independent training, research, and consulting services
focused on climate change, resilience building, carbon markets, renewable energy,
nature-based solutions, biodiversity conservation, agriculture, and food systems.

Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, ECAS Institute works across Africa and globally,
supporting partners in Europe and North America.

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