Benefits for GFTN-West Africa Participants
- Technical assistants and logistical support to logging companies to meet the requirements and costs of forest certification and sustainable forest management;
- Higher reputation through a wider communication network within the GFTN family and an opportunity to demonstrate to stakeholders and shareholders responsible business practices.
- Access global market links and networks of companies and individuals committed to responsible forest management and responsible purchasing of timber and wood products
- Provision of a framework for a stepwise approach to certification and sustainable forest management thus, laying the foundation for addressing illegality in the forestry sector in West Africa.
- Enjoy improved company-community relations through GFTN-West Africa education and awareness creation in local communities.