participated in the regional pre-validation workshop of the Yoko communal forest management plan, held in Yaoundé under the Forest-Environment-Climate Project (ProFEC) implemented by GIZ, in collaboration with MINFOF and MINEPDED.
This workshop is part of the implementation of Cameroon’s new forestry law adopted in July 2024 and represents a key milestone in participatory and sustainable forest management, emphasizing:Local consultation, involving traditional chiefs and surrounding communities.Consideration of Indigenous Peoples’ concerns, including the Bororo communities.Inclusive land-use planning, aiming for a fair balance between resource exploitation and biodiversity conservation.
Key Outcomes: Presentation of the consolidated management plan with integration of local and departmental recommendations. Technical and institutional validation of the document. Collective commitment toward equitable and sustainable forest governance.ECODEV’s Contribution:As an organization dedicated to socio-environmental issues and community rights, ECODEV actively supports this process, which aligns with SDG 13 (Climate Action), SDG 15 (Life on Land), and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). 
Special thanks to GIZ, technical partners, decentralized services, traditional authorities, and the Yoko Council for their exemplary engagement. Forest preservation starts with strong, fair, and sustainable local governance. Together, we are planting the seeds of a greener and more resilient future.
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