The Center for the Study of Rural Populations and Forest Resources (RUPAFOR): IFRI CRC - Bangkok, Thailand

Abstract

"The objectives for RUPAFOR are:

To conduct research on the social interactions within and among rural SE Asian communities, and the subsequent impact on forest cover, condition, and the status of the resources therein;

To test current social and development theory through the acquisition of empirical data in rural environments of SE Asia;

To build site-specific, relevant capacity at the local and district levels using results and experiences from the study areas."