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This Module is about educating people and involving communities as foundational pillars to ForestWell initiatives and crucial for promoting well-being, conservation, and cultural appreciation in forested environments. You will learn how community engagement strategies should prioritise understanding and address community values, concerns, and aspirations related to forest wellness and tourism. By actively involving community members, businesses can drive intentional development while building trust and fostering a sense of shared responsibility. Learn how through initiatives like forest well-being workshops, school immersion programs, community events, and partnerships with indigenous communities, ForestWell can educate individuals about the benefits of forest experiences and foster a deeper connection to nature.

Activity 1

Instructions

To play this interactive game, click on the highlighted areas to learn about educating and involving communities within ForestWell objectives.

TAsk Description

This game presents an interactive map featuring various stations that focus on the importance of creating an engaged community.

Players engage by clicking highlighted regions to uncover crucial tips on educating communities within ForestWell. The game’s objective is to navigate through each stage and engage with the learning information.  

Activity 2

Instructions

See the video and check the case study of Bhutan community tourism

TAsk Description

  1. Research best practices in regenerative sustainable tourism from other regions or countries for inspiration.
  2. Think about: What is the current state of sustainable tourism enterprises, such as eco-lodges, agro-tourism farms, and community-based tourism initiatives in your own community?
  3. What is the current understanding of regenerative principles in your local community?

Activity 3

Instructions

Solve the questions that follow to gain an insight into your understanding of Cultivating Local Communities. Don’t worry if you get an answer wrong we will direct you to the area of learning to help you improve your understanding!

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