There are many advantages to developing a Model Forest, such as:
Access to a global network of Model Forest practitioners
Opportunity for collaborative projects
Involvement in broader national and international dialogue on sustainable development policy and practice
Added value of Model Forest brand recognition
Shared resources and shared risk among stakeholders
Developing tools to improve management and decision-making
Testing and demonstrating innovative practices
Building the public’s interest in becoming involved in sustainable development
Exchanging information on events and developments involving sustainable development at all levels.
Regional and IMFN-wide information and events on specific themes (e.g., biodiversity, forest and landscape restoration, local-level indicators of sustainable forest management and many more)
Access to case studies and experiences in economic diversification
Contributing to the public participation processes
Developing and sharing of tools that enable communities to integrate social, environmental and economic factors into decision-making
Access to technology transfer initiatives
Technical and expert exchanges between Model Forests