Haamro Ban Sampadha is a Nepali journal published by Forest Action Nepal, dedicated to promoting knowledge and discourse on forest management, biodiversity, and sustainable development. The journal serves as a platform for sharing research, policy analysis, and community-based experiences related to forestry and natural resource governance in Nepal. Written in Nepali, it aims to bridge the gap between researchers, policymakers, and local communities, fostering collaboration and empowering stakeholders to sustainably manage Nepal’s rich forest resources.
This year, I along with Sarada Tiwari coordinated the special issues of it on Economic Empowerment of Women through Forest Solutions
The latest issue of Haamro Ban Sampada (Volume 19, Issue 1, 2081) features a variety of articles focusing on women’s roles, contributions, and challenges in forestry, entrepreneurship, and natural resource management. The topics covered include:
- Gender Sensitivity in Community Forest Management Plans
- Experiences of Women Entrepreneurs in Forest-Based Enterprises
- Review of Forest Contributions to the National Economy: Practices and Alternatives
- Women-led Forest-Based Enterprises and Resource Conflicts
- Family-Owned Private Forests and Women’s Economic Empowerment
- Gender-Friendly Technologies as a Basis for Women’s Entrepreneurship
- Women’s Leadership in Climate Adaptation Efforts
- Opportunities and Challenges for Women’s Economic and Social Empowerment through Entrepreneurship
- Learning Journeys: Foundations of Women’s Entrepreneurship
- Inspiring Stories of Women Entrepreneurs
- A Journey from Being a Female Wood Entrepreneur to a Federation Leader
This issue highlights gender-sensitive approaches, personal experiences, and innovative solutions to empower women in forestry and related fields.
For full volume: https://forestaction.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/HBS_19_1_Economic-Empowerment-of-Women-through-Forest-Solutions_.pdf
