The sixth edition of the RBP GCF REDD+ Central Sulawesi Newsletter for the January–April 2026 period highlights various achievements and collaborative practices in forest protection, forest conflict resolution, critical land rehabilitation, and strengthening commitments to greenhouse gas emission reduction in Central Sulawesi.
One of the main highlights in this edition is the effort to resolve conflicts within conservation forest areas through the identification and dissemination of Ministry of Environment and Forestry Regulation Number 14 of 2023. This initiative was carried out by the Tahura Office of the Central Sulawesi Provincial Forestry Service in collaboration with various stakeholders, including village governments, local communities, academics, and civil society organizations. This approach is expected to serve as a middle ground that accommodates community rights while maintaining the conservation function of forest areas.
This newsletter also features forest protection and security patrols conducted by 13 Forest Management Units (KPH) and Tahura across 67 villages in Central Sulawesi. These patrol activities have become an important measure to prevent forest encroachment, illegal mining activities, and road construction within forest areas, while also promoting social forestry-based solutions for local communities.
To support the greenhouse gas emission reduction agenda, the Government of Central Sulawesi Province together with KEMITRAAN also organized a public consultation for the preparation of the Regional Action Plan for Greenhouse Gases (RAD-GRK). This document is expected to serve as a strategic reference to ensure that emission reduction programs in Central Sulawesi are measurable, collaborative, and sustainable.
Forest and land rehabilitation efforts also became a major focus through the distribution of approximately 400 thousand seedlings to communities across various KPH areas. In addition to seedling distribution, communities received technical guidance on planting methods, maintenance, and rehabilitation monitoring to ensure ecosystem recovery is carried out effectively while providing economic benefits to local residents.
This edition also features the inspiring story of Rahimah, a member of the Loinang Lestari Forest Farmer Group (KTH) in Banggai Regency, who actively mobilizes communities in community forest rehabilitation efforts. Through her involvement in seedling management, mentoring group members, and ensuring transparent seedling distribution, Rahimah demonstrates the important role of women in preserving forests while improving community welfare.
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