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Social forestry is a concept that involves the management and conservation of forests and tree resources in collaboration with local communities for meeting their needs and promoting environmental sustainability. It aims to address socio-economic and ecological challenges by involving communities in the sustainable management, protection, and utilization of forest resources. Social forestry initiatives typically focus on the planting of trees, afforestation, reforestation, and agroforestry practices in non-forest areas such as degraded lands, wastelands, farmlands, and community spaces. The key objectives of social forestry include poverty alleviation, rural development, biodiversity conservation, watershed management, climate change mitigation, and enhancing livelihoods through sustainable forest-based enterprises. Social forestry programs engage local communities in planning, implementing, and monitoring forest activities, thereby promoting community participation, empowerment, and ownership of forest resources. By integrating environmental conservation with socio-economic development, social forestry contributes to sustainable land use, natural resource management, and ecological resilience, while addressing the needs and aspirations of local communities for improved livelihoods and well-being.