The Socio-economic Impact of Forest resources to the Local communities in Ethiopia: Review
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https://doi.org/10.29327/2565368.3.1-11Keywords:
Forest, Socioeconomic, Livelihood,, NTFP, EthiopiaAbstract
Forests serve as a cornerstone of human livelihood and cultural heritage, particularly for rustic societies in unindustrialized countries. This review examines the multifaceted contributions of forests, specifically forest goods and services other than timber, to the life of non-urban people in Ethiopia. It highlights the critical role of forests in providing basic needs, generating income, and serving as a wellbeing for impoverished families, with over 1 billion of the globe’s poorest relying on forestry assets. Despite their significant economic contributions, the value of forests in Ethiopia remains poorly documented due to limited data and inadequate market structures. This paper discusses the socio-economic benefits of forest for the rural community. It emphasizes the importance of NTFPs not only for enhancing household income but also for women’s economic empowerment and poverty alleviation. By identifying and analyzing the socio-economic impacts of forest resources, this review underscores the need for effective policies and interventions aimed at sustainable forest management, which can increase the living of forestry-based populations while ensuring the ecological integrity of Ethiopia's forest ecosystems.
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