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Commonwealth NGOs
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 Uganda Forest Working Group
C/O Environmental Alert
Off Ggaba Rd, Behind Kirabo Kya
Maria Building, Kabalagala
P. O. Box 11259, Kampala
Uganda
Email: envalert@envalert.org
Website:
www.envalert.org/collaborations/ugandaforestworkinggroup.php
Type: NGO
Scope: national
Interest in Forestry: central
Description
The Uganda Forest Working Group (UFWG) is an informal network of civil society organizations, academic
and research institutions engaged in the development and sustainability of the forestry
sector in Uganda.
Rationale
It was formed in 2001 to provide a platform where the various stakeholders in forestry sector would
meet, deliberate on and influence developments in the sector as well as independently monitor the
implementation of the national forestry policy, legislation and plan.
Vision
A sustainably managed forestry sector contributing to improved livelihoods, national economy and ecological
integrity.
Mission
To promote the development of the forestry sector and stimulate all forestry stakeholders to respond
appropriately to changes and challenges within the sector.
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