Mission and Vision

We are a group of scientific researchers and practitioners affiliated with institutions and organizations in the United States and worldwide who are committed to natural resource conservation.

Our Mission is to increase the use of science-based forestry policies and practices throughout the world.

Our Vision is to conduct scientifically rigorous, interdisciplinary research to inform international forestry policies and practices.

We strive to achieve our mission and vision by incorporating our 6 areas of expertise into cohesive approaches to forestry, forest policy, and land-use/land cover change.