Communicative Action to Level the Playing Field in Forest Plantations in Indonesia
Resource information
Date of publication
Dezembro 2014
Resource Language
ISBN / Resource ID
AGRIS:US201500161169
Pages
337-357
The government of Indonesia allocated state land to private companies to establish forest plantations. However, ownership of this land was contested by some Sumatran communities. The plantation company, endorsed by the government, quickly developed a partnership to resolve the conflict, but this was unclear and inequitable. Action research was carried out to facilitate communication among stakeholders. This communicative action changed some perceptions and shared values began to emerge. A forum was established, which contributed to equitability producing a better partnership. This research is a model for empowering local communities in climate change, bioenergy, and food security negotiations.