Graduate Research Assistant University of Vermont South Burlington, Vermont, United States
This study furthers an understanding of perceived institutional barriers to climate change adaptation and diverse knowledge systems among state agencies and Tribal Nations in present-day Maine’s forestry community. Through semi-structured interviews, this study amplifies participant voices to support cross cultural dialogue around climate change adaptation and social justice.
Learning Objectives:
Upon completion, participant will be able to demonstrate an applied understanding of the institutional barriers facing forest stewards in a cross cultural setting. They will gain a perspective on the complex role that governing institutions (rules, norms and behaviors) play in the how and why certain challenges impact forestry operations on the ground.
Upon completion, participant will be able to describe the value of bridging diverse ways of knowing to improve adaptive capacity for forest management.
Upon completion, participant will be able to extrapolate findings from this study to formulate solutions around overcoming barriers to climate change adaptation and knowledge exchange in their own unique context especially as it relates to enhancing collaboration across cultures.
