Free online course: Policy Analysis and Forest Governance

RECOFTC’s most popular e-course is now open for enrolment!

Policy Analysis and Forest Governance 101 equips you with practical skills to understand forest-related policies, participate in policy discussions and support community rights. This free, self-paced course is ideal for civil society members, forestry professionals, students and anyone working with forest communities who are interested in forest governance. You will learn how forest policies impact communities, how civil society can help shape better laws, and which tools support inclusive decision-making.

Since 2021, professionals throughout the Asia-Pacific region have taken this course to improve forest governance in their countries. Whether you work in government, civil society, academia or grassroots advocacy, you will gain practical knowledge that you can apply directly to your work.

What you’ll gain:

✅ A strong foundation in forest policy and governance

✅ Practical tools for analysing forest policies and engaging in reform

✅ Real-world examples from across Asia-Pacific

✅Confidence to advocate for more inclusive and effective forest governance

✅ A certificate of completion from RECOFTC

Course format:

💻 Fully online and self-paced

⏱️ Approximately 8 hours to complete

🗓️ Enrolment closes: 25 July 2025

📅 Course ends: 25 August 2025

🔗 Enrol now

For questions, contact app.elearning@recoftc.org.