Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR)

CIFOR envisions a more equitable world where forestry and landscapes enhance the environment and well-being for all.

The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is a non-profit, scientific facility that conducts research on the most pressing challenges of forest and landscape management around the world. Using a global, multidisciplinary approach, we aim to improve human well-being, protect the environment, and increase equity. To do so, we help policymakers, practitioners and communities make decisions based on solid science about how they use and manage their forests and landscapes.

CIFOR’s work is based on three pillars, all of which are essential for achieving our mission:

Research for impact
Capacity development
Outreach and engagement
CIFOR is proud to work with local and international partners. CIFOR is a member of the CGIAR Consortium and leads the CGIAR Research Program on Forests, Trees and Agroforestry.

CIFOR is headquartered in Bogor, Indonesia, and maintains hubs in Nairobia, Kenya, Yaounde, Cameroon, and Lima Peru. Research in the six thematic work areas is underway in more than 50 countries.