Gender Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in Forestry-related Sectors

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duration
  • 8-35 hours
audience
  • Everyone
price free
online yes
self-paced yes
themes

Explore how gender equality, diversity, and inclusion drive sustainability and transformative change within forest-related sectors. 

By the course’s end, you’ll possess the knowledge and tools needed to assess and improve GEDI practices within your organisation and sector, contributing to a more equitable and sustainable future in forestry.

This course is in English

What will you learn?

  • Explore the concepts of gender equality, diversity, and inclusion, and their importance in the forestry context.
  • Examine various global case studies and best practices, illustrating the integration of GEDI principles in forestry.
  • Learn how to contribute to more sustainable and equitable forest management practices, benefiting ecosystems and communities alike.
  • Gain practical tools and strategies to foster inclusive practices within forest-related sectors.
  • Discover how to achieve a gender-balanced workplace and cultivate inclusive leadership, enhancing the resilience and sustainability of working life for everyone.

What resources do you need to do it?

Reliable internet access

More about this training

In today’s evolving forest-related sectors, understanding and integrating gender equality, diversity, and inclusion (GEDI) is crucial for fostering sustainability and facilitating transformative change.

This course delves into the pivotal role of GEDI within forest-related sectors, providing insights and practical approaches to fostering an inclusive environment.

Developed under the IUFRO Task Force on Gender Equality in Forestry, this course aims to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed to advance gender equality and promote diversity and inclusion in forestry-related fields.

This course is designed for students, educators and professionals in forestry, environmental science, natural resource management and related fields seeking to integrate GEDI strategies in forestry practices for sustainable and inclusive futures.

A certificate of completion is available at the end of the course for eligible learners.

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