Int'l Day of Forests 2019 (video)

United Nations (un.org/en/events/forestsday); Xochitl, Crystal Q. (eds.), Wisdom Quarterly

Forests are part of our lives in more ways than we realize

When we drink a glass of water, write in a notebook, take medicine for a fever, or build a house, we do not always make the connection with forests. Yet, these and many other aspects of our lives are linked to forests.

Forests, their sustainable management and use of resources, particularly in fragile ecosystems, are key to combating climate change and to contributing to the prosperity and well-being of current and future generations.

Forests also play a crucial role in poverty alleviation and in the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Forests and Education: Learn to Love Forests

On Walden Pond's restored forests

Every March 21st the United Nations raises awareness of the importance of all types of forests.

This year the International Day of Forests promotes education to Learn to Love Forests. It underscores the importance of education at all levels in achieving sustainable forest management and biodiversity conservation. 

Healthy forests mean healthy, resilient communities, and prosperous economies. More