This leaflet provides an overview of AFoCO's portfolio and extent of operations in Member Countries. It also features the achievements of its capacity building initiatives such as the establishment of the AFoCO RETC.
TRAINING: PES as a financial instrument in the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030
AFoCO RETC is organizing the capacity building workshop on “Payments for Ecosystem Services: How PES services as a financial instrument or mechanism in the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030.” More than 80 government officials and experts from all 15 AFoCO member countries, the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), and the National Institute of Forest Science (NIFoS) of the Republic of Korea are participating in this workshop to share their knowledge and brainstorm over PES initiatives at the regional level.
National roll-out workshop on AFoCO project proposal development
The Philippines, through the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR), concluded its national roll-out of the AFoCO Online Training on Project Development and Proposal Writing last June 7-11, 2021, via Zoom. The national roll-out aimed to address the peculiarities, needs, and specific issues of the regions, contributing to the formulation and enhancement of forestry programs and policies.
AFoCO celebrates 3rd Anniversary
AFoCO and its member parties will stay committed to enhancing cross sectoral cooperation and broaden coordination among member parties and our partner institutions on the management of forests for the sustainable production of economic goods and ecosystems services, biodiversity conservation and climate change mitigation and adaptation.
NEWS
July 20, 2021
WEBINAR: Why restore Asian drylands? Introducing the Landscape Partnership on 13 July 2021
On 13 July 2021, Landscape Partnership Asia kicked off the first webinar in its series on how stakeholders are addressing dryland degradation across Asia. This series is part of the Asian Drylands Knowledge Hub, which brought together diverse individuals and groups to exchange lessons learned from successful restoration models in Central, South, East, and Southeast Asia. Catch the full video […]
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July 20, 2021
Training Brief: PES as a financial instrument in the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030
From 19 to 23 July, AFoCO RETC is organizing the capacity building workshop on “Payments for Ecosystem Services: How PES services as a financial instrument or mechanism in the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030.” More than 80 government officials and experts from all 15 AFoCO member countries, the Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR), and the National Institute of […]
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July 19, 2021
AFoCO launches project to conserve biodiversity in Cat Tien National Park, Viet Nam
Following the approval of the 3rd Session Assembly of AFoCO on 28-29 October 2019 and subsequent funding confirmation by the Republic of Korea at the 3rd Donors’ Meeting held on 26 February 2021, the Secretariat organized the technical meeting for the pre-project inception with the Cat Tien National Park of Viet Nam Administration of Forest, to facilitate the arrangements of […]
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July 07, 2021
Headquarters Agreement of AFoCO ratified on July 2
SEOUL – 2 July 2021 – The Korean National Assembly ratified the Headquarters Agreement of the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization. Under the Headquarters Agreement, the Korean government recognizes AFoCO as an “intergovernmental organization with international legal personality and capacity to perform legal acts required for the performance of its constitutional functions, in particular, to conclude treaties, to contract, to acquire […]
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July 07, 2021
Project personnel share experiences at 2021 Annual Technical Meeting
To provide a venue for discussions on project implementation progress, issues and concerns and share good practices on project management and achievement of outputs, the Secretariat organized the “Annual Technical Workshop (ATW) for Project Management and Performance Review” in two sessions on 23 and 24 June 2021. The workshop aimed to revisit the current year’s achievements, reflect and share lessons […]
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July 05, 2021
Indonesia launches AFoCO project to achieve national emissions reduction targets and work towards the SDGs
The government of Indonesia has committed to reducing the level of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 29% unconditionally with a target date of 2030 against the business as usual scenario and conditionally up to 41% with international support. Approaching the land-based sector would be one of the strategic solutions towards achieving GHG Emission reduction outlined in the Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC). Based on the NDC, Forestry sector will be the largest contribution to […]
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July 03, 2021
AFoCO inks project MoU with the Philippines to promote community engagement in wood production
Since 2011, Community-based Forest Management (CBFM) communities are the major beneficiaries of the National Greening Program (NGP) of the Philippines where tree growing up to protection and maintenance is being provided by the Government. Hence, there many tree plantations that are ready for harvest, but income remains limited to the selling of round logs the communities are unable to cut […]
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June 29, 2021
Inception Meeting for AFoCO-NIFoS project in Viet Nam
Consistent with the areas of cooperation under the MoU between the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) and the National Institute of Forest Science (NIFoS) of the Republic of Korea, the Secretariat has been working closely with the NIFoS researcher to sustain the development and implementation of joint research projects with AFoCO member countries. Under the 2021 call for research projects, […]
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June 29, 2021
AFoCO receives drone from ENORD Co. Ltd.
Since 2018, AFoCO has been facilitating donation activities to support capacity building in the forestry sector of AFoCO member countries, especially for training programs at the AFoCO RETC in Myanmar. Towards this endeavor, various types of forestry equipment and machines have been generously contributed to the AFoCO RETC as well as member countries who have expressed specific interest in acquiring […]
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NOTICE
July 29, 2021
TRAINING: AFoCO-ITTO Capacity Building Workshop on Forest Landscape Restoration in the Asia-Pacific Region (30 August - 3 September 2021)
REGULAR TRAINING COURSE Embarking the first year of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030 in the Asia-Pacific region and across the world offers an excellent opportunity to scale up restoration partnerships. In an effort to enhance restoration initiatives at the national and sub-national levels to help catalyze fast implementation of the UN Decade, the Asian Forest Cooperation Organization (AFoCO) […]
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July 09, 2021
[CLOSED] Vacancy Notice (Team Assistant for Management and Administration)
Publication/Transmission Date 09 July 2021 Deadline for Application 19 July 2021 Job Title Team Assistant for Management and Administration Type of Appointment Local Non-staff Personnel Type of Requisition Personal Services Agreement Duration of Appointment One (1) year with possibility for extension Indicative Annual Salary KRW 23,400,000 to KRW 30,501,120(To be decided after consultation) Eligible Nationality A national of the Republic […]
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July 06, 2021
[OPEN] 2022 Landmark Scholarship Program
The Secretariat would like to call for applications for the “2022 Landmark Scholarship Program”. The Secretariat will select a maximum of five (5) scholarship candidates – two (2) candidates for a doctoral degree course and three (3) candidates for a master’s degree course – among applicants nominated by the participating country in the Landmark Scholarship Program. The number of scholarship […]
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June 23, 2021
[CLOSED] Vacancy Notice (Resource Mobilization Consultant for Project)
Publication/Transmission Date 23 June 2021 Deadline for Application 22 July 2021 (Extended) Job Title Resource Mobilization Consultant for Project Type of Appointment Non-staff Personnel Type of Requisition Consultant by Personal Services Agreement Duration of Appointment 50 working days during six (6) months after appointment with a possibility of extension Gross Remuneration USD 30,000 including taxes applicable under the laws and […]
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June 23, 2021
TRAINING: Payments for Ecosystem Services (PES) (19 - 23 July 2021)
REGULAR TRAINING COURSE In accordance with the AFoCO training plan for 2021, the Secretariat would like to invite trainees for the Capacity Building Workshop on “Payments for Ecosystem Services: how PES serves as a new financial instrument in UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration 2021-2030” to be held virtually from 19 to 23 July 2021. The workshop aims to foster greater […]
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June 17, 2021
[CLOSED]Vacancy Notice (Team Assistant for Operations Management)
Publication/Transmission Date 17 June 2021 Deadline for Application 07 July 2021 Job Title Team Assistant for Operations Management Type of Appointment Local Non-staff Personnel Type of Requisition Personal Services Agreement Duration of Appointment One (1) year with possibility for extension Indicative Annual Salary KRW 23,400,000 to KRW 30,501,120(To be decided after consultation) Eligible Nationality A national of the Republic of […]
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June 17, 2021
[CLOSED] Vacancy Notice (Team Assistant for Project Management)
Publication/Transmission Date 17 June 2021 Deadline for Application 07 July 2021 Job Title Team Assistant for Project Management Type of Appointment Local Non-staff Personnel Type of Requisition Personal Services Agreement Duration of Appointment One (1) year with possibility for extension Indicative Annual Salary KRW 23,400,000 to KRW 30,501,120(To be decided after consultation) Eligible Nationality A national of the Republic of […]
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June 10, 2021
EVENT: 2021 Annual Technical Workshop for Project Management and Performance Review
Event Title 2021 Annual Technical Workshop for Project Management and Performance Review Date 23 & 24 June 2021 Time 15:00 – 17:30 PM (GMT+9, Seoul time) on both days Venue Virtual The Secretariat is pleased to organize the 2021 Annual Technical Workshop (ATW) for Project Management and Performance Review on 23 and 24 June 2021. The workshop will take place […]
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May 21, 2021
Call for Training Proposals for Community Development Training in 2021
In accordance with Decision 40-IV-20R at the 4th AFoCO Assembly approving the Work Plan and Budget for 2021, particularly Item F-01 Training Programs of the AFoCO RETC, we would like to call for the submission of proposals for Community Development Training in 2021. To maximize the impact of the training, the AFoCO RETC is implementing the said training with the […]
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STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
(2019 - 2023)
By developing and implementing new projects and
programs in line with our 5 Strategic Priorities,
AFoCO aims to contribute to member countries’ efforts
in achieving the global goal of increasing forest cover,
implementing the Paris Agreement on climate change,
and improving livelihoods and income opportunities
through forest-related activities.
Initiating Customized Restoration & Reforestation Models
Supporting Research and Development in Climate Change Adaptation Approaches
Introducing Systematic Management of Forest-related Disasters
Local Livelihood Improvement & Community-based Enterprise Development
Strengthening Institutional Capabilities, Diversifying Resources, Promoting Regional Actions
OUR WORK IN MEMBER COUNTRIES
AFoCO is committed to facilitating the transfer and translation of best policies and experiences into site-specific actions where it is most needed. Through its member-driven approaches, various contextualized projects have been developed and implemented to achieve its mission.
MOREPUBLICATIONS
(PUBLICATION) AFoCO - A Photo Journal (Jan 2019 to Dec 2020)
This photographic compilation presents selected highlights and events of AFoCO over the last two years (2019-2020). The photos are from the database maintained by the Secretariat and from the personal collection of the first executive director.
PUBLICATIONS
AFoCO ANNUAL REPORT 2019
The Annual Report 2019 highlights events, projects, and activities carried out in 2019 carried out in partnership with our member countries and partner institutions. The report also recaps the organization's progress to date and provides updates on project activities.
PHOTOS
March 19, 2021
2021 International Day of Forests
In celebration of and in support of the 2021 International Day of Forests under the global theme “Forest Restoration: a Path to Recovery and Wellbeing”, AFoCO joined the Korea Forest Service and the Global Green Growth Institute to take part in the tree planting at the Korea National Arboretum organized by the Korea Forest Service. AFoCO is promoting activities with […]
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March 17, 2021
AFoCO receives P4G invitation
Mr. Ricardo Calderon received a formal invitation from the President of the Republic of Korea for the upcoming Second P4G Summit. The P4G is a global initiative aimed at facilitating public-private partnerships to tackle climate change and achieve Sustainable Development Goals.#P4G: Partnering for Green Growth and Global Goals 2030.
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July 23, 2020
AFoCO meets Ambassadors to the ROK
AFoCO representatives attended a briefing session for Ambassadors to the Republic of Korea on 21 July 2020. The event was hosted by the Korea Forest Service to introduce how the Korean government and AFoco are reflecting global forestry policy trends in on-the-ground efforts in the region. Dr. Lee Yeongjoo, Director of AFoCO’s Planning and Budget Division, took the chance to […]
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June 08, 2020
Celebrating World Environment Day at the AFoCO RETC
On 5 June 2020, a tree-planting ceremony was held at the AFoCO Regional Education and Training Center (RETC) in Myanmar to celebrate World Environment Day, which aims to spread awareness and promote actions for the protection of the environment. The theme for this year’s World Environment Day is ‘Biodiversity’. Some 65 public officials from Hmawbi Township and the Central Forestry Development […]
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May 22, 2020
3rd Meeting of the Executive Director Selection Committee
The Secretariat organized the 3rd Meeting of the Executive Director Selection Committee on 19 May via video conference. The Meeting was organized to finalize the Rules of Procedure of the Committee as well as the schedule of the Committee. All 13 members of the Committee attended the full-day virtual meeting.
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May 13, 2020
AFoCO RETC cooperates with Hmawbi Township government departments to deal with COVID-19
Since the first COVID-19 case was confirmed on 23rd March in Myanmar, the regional and state governments have strengthened quarantine activities under the supervision of the central government. Protective and preventive measures against COVID-19 are underway and the Community Facility Quarantine has also been implemented. In line with the national policy of the Myanmar government, the AFoCO RETC is also […]
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