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Implications Of The Forest Charges Law To Rattan-Based Livelihoods Of Indigenous Peoples Of The Philippines, Vince Michael A. Docta, Ramon A. Razal
Implications Of The Forest Charges Law To Rattan-Based Livelihoods Of Indigenous Peoples Of The Philippines, Vince Michael A. Docta, Ramon A. Razal
Journal of Public Affairs and Development
This policy research investigated the question: "What are the implications of Republic Act 7161 (or the Forest Charges Law) as it is interpreted, imposed, and implemented towards sustainable rattan-based livelihoods of indigenous peoples (IP) communities in the Philippines?" An in-depth review and analysis of the Act was undertaken by examining the past policies, relevant administrative orders, and memorandum circulars issued by the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) and relevant forerunner agencies. The policy performance of forest charges via-a-vis collection and resource conservation targets and the perceptions of the IP communities towards RA 7161 were assessed. Results provide evidence …