Table of Contents

The Challenge

The IMFN Secretariat and Objectives

"Internationalizing" the Network

Where to find model forests

What is a Model Forest?

Core Model Forest Attributes

1. Partnership
2. Commitment to Sustainable Forest Management
3. Scale
4. Scope of Activities
5. A Governance Structure to Address a Broad Range of Values
6. Cooperation, Sharing and Capacity-building

Networking

How is a Model Forest Implemented?

1.  The Initial Steps Taken to Create a Model Forest:

• Becoming Familiar with the Concept
• Proposal Preparation
• The Model Forest Workshop

2.  Options for Organization, Governance and Management

• Structure
• Accountability
• Technical Competence
• Capacity for Effective Self-Governance

3.  What does a Model Forest do?

• Program Selection
• Project Selection
• Administration/Management
• Internal Appraisal, Analysis, and Dialogue
• Engagement with SFM Developments Globally
• Partnership Development and Maintenance

Guiding Principles