Empowering communities: Ghana civil society's impact on the FLEGT VPA

Опубликовано: 07 Март 2024
на канале: European Forest Institute

Join us for an insightful discussion with Doreen Asumang-Yeboah, Director for Rights and Advocacy Initiatives Network and a dedicated representative of civil society in Ghana, as she highlights the invaluable contributions made by civil society to the Voluntary Partnership Agreement (VPA). Asumang-Yeboah sheds light on the proactive role of civil society in ensuring transparency, accountability, and community engagement within the VPA framework.

Discover how civil society spearheads independent monitoring initiatives, empowering trained observers to detect infractions and report them to the appropriate authorities for corrective action. Asumang-Yeboah emphasizes the crucial role of independent monitoring in maintaining the effectiveness of the VPA and promoting responsible forest management practices.

Learn how civil society engages in grassroots education efforts to raise awareness and foster understanding of the VPA among diverse stakeholders, including communities, landowners, and the private sector. Asumang-Yeboah underscores the importance of inclusive participation in the VPA process, highlighting civil society's efforts to ensure that all stakeholders are informed and engaged in driving successful implementation.

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▪️ All about the Ghana-EU Voluntary Partnership Agreement: https://flegtvpafacility.org/countrie...
▪️ The VPA Africa-Latin America Facility: https://flegtvpafacility.org/
▪️ The Forestry Commission of Ghana: https://newsite.fcghana.org/voluntary...

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