Abstract

This Working Paper analyzes the gender dimensions of forest tenure and forest tenure reform in Indonesia. Data were derived from CIFOR's research on forest tenure reform at the national and provincial levels, focusing on the provinces of Lampung and Maluku. Additional data were taken from training workshops on gender and community-based forest tenure reform held at these two sites. The study forms part of CIFOR's Global Comparative Study on Forest Tenure Reform <a href="https://www.cifor.org/gcs-tenure/">(https://www.cifor.org/gcs-tenure/).</a>

Highlights

  • Additional data were taken from training workshops on gender and community-based forest tenure reform held at these two sites

  • The study shows that, at the macro scale, the gender dimension of forest tenure reform is marked by the intersection of global efforts toward gender equality and women’s empowerment with the development of equitable and sustainable forest resources through forest tenure reform

  • The meso scale of provincial and district levels is marked by the implementation of gender-neutral national forest tenure reform policies and programs at landscape level

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Summary

Summary

This report considers the gender dimensions of forest tenure and forest tenure reform in Indonesia. The case study of Lampung Province shows that the implementation of forest tenure reform schemes has not significantly changed gender norms. The application of forest tenure scheme(s) at micro scale in Lampung has made women feel safe and secure in managing the land, without fear of intervention by authorities. They are able to manage non-timber forest products and earn cash income to cover living expenses. The case study of Maluku Province shows that the existing tradition of active participation of women in household and community decision making could contribute to the recognition and protection of their rights, and those of other marginal groups, over forest lands and resources

Introduction
Forest tenure reform in Indonesia
Macro scale
Meso scale
Micro scale
Macro scale of gender and forest tenure reform
Legal and policy frameworks for gender equality and women’s empowerment in Indonesia
Gender mainstreaming in forest-related policies
Provincial and district levels
How forest tenure reform policies, programs and schemes affect gender norms and women’s participation
Gendered daily economic roles of community-managed forest
Gendered demographic issues, forest tenure reform and the status of forest resources
Domestic roles and involvement in forest management
Intra-household dynamics
Gendered benefits and economic strategies
Conclusion

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