Historically viewed as a male-dominated field, the forest sector has faced challenges when it comes to increasing gender diversity, ironically due to the lack of representation in the field. Yet data indicates that more and more women are becoming responsible for managing their family’s land. It’s important that women landowners feel that they are being represented in the field and are provided with the resources and support they need to succeed.
On Women’s Equality Day, AFF recognizes the challenges that women have overcome and acknowledges the challenges that women continue to face in order to create a more equal society where the accomplishments of women are recognized and celebrated.